SwipeSave, a new Queens-based Merchant Services company, has launched with a clear focus: helping New York businesses lower their credit card processing fees while giving them access to free marketing support.

Founded by local entrepreneurs — Michael Nysirou, Joe Carrozza, and John Sanchez — who understand the day-to-day challenges of running a business, SwipeSave leads the way in bringing restaurants onto Clover POS platform, delivering fast, seamless transitions with no downtime, no monthly fees, and no setup costs—saving owners thousands from day one.

SwipeSave helps restaurants, bars, cafés, fast-casuals, dessert shops, retail stores, and more slash their processing costs and keep more of their hard-earned revenue.

For more than a decade, Michael Louca has helped local entrepreneurs thrive in the heart of Queens. He has invested his time and expertise into understanding the challenges and strengths of small businesses—especially within the restaurant community—supporting hundreds of local restaurants in cutting costs and improving operational efficiency.

“Most business owners don’t realize how much they’re overspending on every swipe,” says co-founder Michael, a longtime insurance agent who understands the financial pressures small businesses face. “We wanted to create a service that finally puts the power back in their hands.”

Louca’s deep knowledge of the insurance market, combined with strong relationships across major carriers, gives him the leverage needed to help business owners significantly lower their insurance premiums.

But SwipeSave doesn’t stop at lowering fees — it goes further.

Thanks to co-owner John Sanchez, SwipeSave includes complimentary marketing services powered by BQE Media & Marketing, the media company behind the Queens Ledger, Astoria Journal, Rockaway Wave, Rockland County Times and several other established newspapers across the tri-state area.

For over 40 years, John’s family business has been a trusted voice in local media. Today, he leads BQE’s marketing division, a mid–six-figure agency that specializes in elevating hospitality brands, neighborhood eateries, and fast-growing small businesses.

“Business owners need more than savings — they need visibility,” says John. “SwipeSave gives them both. We’re not just lowering their bills; we’re helping them grow.”

Whether it’s social media content, digital strategy, audience targeting, design work, or promotional features in major local publications, SwipeSave clients enjoy access to a robust suite of marketing perks unavailable from any other merchant processor.

Behind the scenes is co-founder Joe Carrozza, a technology and data professional with experience supporting major organizations and iconic destinations. He began his career at IBM’s Watson Research Center, where he helped streamline IT processes for clients such as Morgan Stanley, Honeywell, and Cigna, and developed an internal application used globally across IBM to improve workflow efficiency.

Most recently, Joe worked with the Empire State Building, helping modernize operations and playing a key role in launching the building’s first dynamic pricing strategy to improve the visitor experience and drive revenue growth.

SwipeSave may be headquartered in Queens, but its mission spans all of New York City. The company proudly serves businesses across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, delivering cost savings, better service, and marketing support that truly understands the heartbeat of NYC neighborhoods.

Businesses interested in cutting costs and elevating their brand can reach the SwipeSave team directly at 347-267-4990 or by emailing info@swipesavenyc.com or visit their website at SwipeSaveNYC.com.