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Our Partnership with the Texas Restaurant Association

We're partnering with the Texas Restaurant Association to launch the TRA Corporate Card, a first-of-its-kind modern corporate card built just for Texan restaurants

September 9, 2024

We’re excited to announe a major partnership with the Texas Restaurant Association.

Together, we are launching the TRA Corporate Card for Restaurants - the Official Corporate Card of the Texas Restaurant Association.

Powered by Tab Commerce, the TRA Corporate Card is the first of its kind corporate card built just for Texan restaurants. It unifies the benefits of a modern corporate card, powerful spend control software, and the leading business association for the $106 billion Texas restaurant industry.

"The TRA Corporate Card will put significant cash back in the pockets of Texan restaurants while enhancing financial control & profitability. The TRA is committed to the success of restaurants across Texas and our partnership with Tab Commerce furthers that mission."
- Emily Williams Knight, Ed.D., President & CEO, Texas Restaurant Association

The Benefits:

  • Real Cash Back: 1.25% unlimited cash back on all purchases using the card - a 25% higher cash back rate exclusive to restaurant members of the TRA.
  • Foundation Support: 0.05% of every purchase goes directly to the Texas Restaurant Foundation to support the critical work they do for Texas’ 57,000+ restaurants.
  • Cost Control: Our powerful, easy-to-use spend control software helps restaurants save 7%+(1) on total costs by eliminating overspending, enhancing financial security, and providing real-time visibility on every dollar spent.
  • Simple & Scalable: Our cards & software simplify spending across all levels of a restaurant group - from corporate expenses (Corporate Card) down to restaurant-level purchases (Purchasing Card) and manager-level purchases (Manager Card). Easily issue & manage unlimited physical or virtual corporate cards with custom limits, controls, and powerful fraud detection.

Everything we do at Tab has hospitality at its core. Getting started and fully onboarded with Tab and the TRA Corporate Card takes just 30 minutes. Our white glove onboarding, 24/7/365 live human support, and robust training ensures a seamless experience end-to-end for restaurants of all sizes - from independents to multi-location, franchises, and enterprise.

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Background:

We started working with the Texas Restaurant Association in early 2023 when we were still entirely based in Toronto. Over the last 17 months, we've spent a ton of time with the TRA team. From their incredible events at the National Restaurant Association Conference in Chicago to the TRA Show in San Antonio, and plenty of lunches and dinners at their member's restaurants in between. The energy of this organization is unparalleled and this is clearly seen in the success they've had driving positive change for Texan restaurants.

We believed so much in the TRA's work that it was a significant driver in our decision to move to Austin and open our first US office here, just a few blocks away from the TRA HQ.

We're incredibly excited for this partnership and to continue working alongside restaurants across the Great state of Texas.

About Tab Commerce

Tab Commerce is a financial technology company providing solutions that modernize how restaurants spend money and manage finances. Our team comes from background across the restaurant industry and have been building Tab alongside it for over 3 years.

We are incredibly excited for this first-of-its-kind partnership and to work hand in hand with the TRA on our aligned mission - help restaurants thrive.

To learn more or get started with the TRA Corporate Card, visit this page.

About the Texas Restaurant Association

The Texas Restaurant Association (TRA) is the leading business association for Texas’ $106 billion foodservice industry, which spans upwards of 57,000 locations throughout the state, employing a workforce of 1.5 million – 11% of the state’s employment.

TRA is dedicated to enhancing the business environment for its members. Whether it's navigating the ever-changing regulations, offering cutting-edge training and certification products, or empowering members with practical business solutions, TRA is an indispensable resource for the foodservice industry. Our diverse network includes restaurant owners, operators, staff, suppliers, educators, and students. From seasoned veterans to newcomers, we provide year-round support and an array of benefits. Learn more.

About the Texas Restaurant Foundation

The Texas Restaurant Foundation was established by the Texas Restaurant Association in 1994 as a 501c3 non-profit organization, to focus on providing the necessary resources to help restaurateurs confront educational and labor challenges with the latest innovations in education, technology, and training. The Foundation’s mission is to offer educational opportunities for restaurant careers in Texas. Learn more.

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  1. Our calculations are based on platform data, industry research, customer feedback, and info on alternative options. Your actual savings may vary.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Tab Commerce?

Our team grew up in the restaurant business, now we're building financial technology products right alongside it. See our Company Page for the full story.

How does the Tab Corporate Card work?

Get started in minutes with no credit checks or personal liability. The Tab Card works just like any other corporate card but with the benefits of powerful spend control software built just for restaurants.

What does it cost?

Access to the Tab Corporate Card and basic platform capabilities is free for the first 3 locations. After 3 locations, a flat fee of $25 per month per active location is applied. No hidden fees, ever. See Pricing.

Where can I use Tab Cards?

Anywhere that Visa is accepted (most places). Most restaurant vendors accept cards, but some might only be available upon request.

What are Purchasing Cards?

Purchasing Cards are the same as corporate cards but can be easily assigned and segregated to a single location for all spending across food, beverage, repairs, technology, and more.

What are Manager Cards?

Manager Cards are the same as corporate cards but can be easily assigned to a single employee for any business-related expenses they incur. Each card is embedded with powerful controls and limits.

Can I add my team to Tab?

You can create as many users as you would like. You can have Admins who can do everything across all locations and Employees who can only see the cards that you have assigned them. Managing this is incredibly easy from within the Tab Platform.

How is this different from my current corporate card?

First of, you don’t need to stop using any existing cards, you can use both. Existing corporate cards are likely credit-based, lack controls like limits, have limited software, and often only provide a single card.

This means that the card is likely only used for a portion of your total spending and is at high risk for fraud. Tab provides powerful software designed so the Tab Card can be used for the bulk of yours pending, meaning you maximize control and visibility, while earning cash back.