Merchant Testimonials
“The Cal 1 Card provides Berkeley students with a convenient, safe option for their purchases at the Cal Student Store. The professionalism of the Cal 1 Card staff makes it a pleasure doing business with them. Keep up the great work!”
–Jeff Deutsch, Store Manager, Cal Student Store (June 2010)
“The Cal 1 Card debit card program has given the Berkeley Thai House access to a new set of Cal student customers. Cal 1 Card has exclusive connections to an array of off-campus dining choices giving parents confidence that their students are eating healthy when they use their Cal 1 Card. Lastly, the spotlight on the Cal 1 Card homepage and assistance with printed banners increased our visibility, bringing more customers to the restaurant.”
–Jason Sum, Owner, Berkeley Thai House (November 2008)
“Students love how easy the Cal 1 Card is to use all over campus. They are very happy and grateful when they find out that University Health Services accepts the Cal 1 Card.”
–Kim LaPean, Marketing Manager, University Health Services (December 2008)
“It has been a real pleasure working with the professional and courteous staff at the Cal 1 Card office. Implementing the Cal 1 Card into our store has proven to be a vital asset to our business. With the majority of our customers being UC Berkeley students, this relationship has allowed us to provide a trustworthy, convenient and necessary service to our patrons. I am very happy with our relationship with Cal 1 Card."
–Kelly Gray, Store Manager, Ned’s Bookstore (July 2010)
“We have used Cal 1 Card since we opened our restaurant. The Cal 1 Card program brings in new customers and encourages repeat visits. We have also found the Cal 1 Card team helpful in growing our sales.”
–Clayton, SF Soup Company (August, 2010)
“Accepting the Cal 1 Card at my business creates another layer of convenience for the students. In the food service business, students are always looking for convenience, if you don’t have it, they go elsewhere.”
–Isaac Lieber, Manager, Yali’s Cafe (October, 2008)