The Southern Institute is a specialized CBD and high-risk business model consulting firm. Partnered with the Steward Group, our services have helped thousands of high-risk merchants in the CBD and marijuana industries avoid being shut down and gain a competitive edge.

Welcome to The Southern Institute, a consulting firm serviced by The Steward Group! For a little bit over 20 years, we have consulted with thousands of companies to help them reduce their overall processing costs in the world of electronic payments. We understand the toll credit card processing and check programs have your business, which is why we offer domestic and international solutions to streamline your CBD merchant account.

CBD oil, also known as hemp oil boasts of many good sources and benefits. Due to its high level of antioxidants and proteins, it improves health, fights diseases, and has even been proven to improve mood, hair, and skin. Studies have shown that CBD oil also lowers cholesterol and improves the brain and nervous system. Because CBD is not legal everywhere, it continues to be considered a high-risk industry making it difficult to find reliable merchant account providers.