VISA®, Worldwide FIFA Partner, and Commerce Bank launch Small Business Readiness program in advance of FIFA World Cup 26™
VISA® and Commerce team up to make sure small businesses can score big while serving thousands of soccer fans
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – VISA®, the Official Payments Services Partner of FIFA World Cup 26™, and Commerce Bank launched their Small Business Readiness program to help small businesses in Missouri and Kansas prepare for the many soccer fans and visitors expected in summer 2026.
Six FIFA World Cup™ games scheduled in Kansas City, Mo. and multiple potential base camp sites are estimated to attract hundreds of thousands of visiting fans from around the world spending considerable amounts of time and money in our region, where Commerce is focusing its preparation efforts.
VISA® and Commerce have identified six areas of preparation for small businesses:
- Fraud mitigation and cybersecurity
- Contactless and mobile payments
- Alternative forms of payment
- Payment infrastructure
- Language accessibility and cultural awareness
- Digital marketing and promotional efforts
“Commerce Bank knows small businesses are the backbone of thriving communities, and we’re committed to helping them capitalize upon this once-in-a-generation event,” said Kevin Barth, Chairman & CEO of Commerce Bank – Kansas City. “The FIFA World Cup™ will bring unprecedented economic activity and global attention to our region. Businesses that want to make the most of this incredible opportunity should prepare now.”
The Small Business Preparation Checklist offers a variety of suggested tasks that cover a variety of topics including staffing, signage and communication, loyalty programs, and many more. Those resources and other tips will be prominently promoted in Commerce branches and are available to be downloaded online at https://www.commercebank.com/soccer26.
About Visa
Visa is the Official Payment Technology Partner of the FIFA World Cup™ and has proudly supported the tournament for more than two decades. As a global FIFA partner, Visa uses this platform to bring fans and businesses together through secure, innovative payment solutions, exclusive experiences, and activations that celebrate the world’s most popular sport.
About Commerce Bank
Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBSH) is a regional bank holding company with $32.3 billion in assets¹, offering banking, payment solutions, wealth management and securities brokerage through its subsidiaries. Commerce Bank, its primary subsidiary, brings over 160 years of experience helping individuals and businesses through high-touch service and sophisticated, personalized financial solutions.
Commerce maintains an extensive network of banking centers, wealth offices, and ATMs throughout the Midwest, as well as commercial offices in 11 states and offers payment solutions nationwide. With the acquisition of FineMark Holdings, Inc.,
Commerce builds on its existing private banking and wealth management presence in Florida and adds wealth offices in Arizona and South Carolina.
Customers can conveniently access their accounts 24/7 using mobile and online platforms, as well as a customer service line.
Learn more at www.commercebank.com.
1As of September 30, 2025
