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At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day. These beliefs have been our North Star for 170 years as our business transformed – from helping evacuate travelers during World Wars, to ensuring the safety of our customers’ funds during the Great Depression in the U.S., to creating the Shop Small® movement to help small businesses recover from the Financial Crisis, to providing aid to communities impacted by many natural disasters and so much more. For generations, the key to our success has been the determination and resilience of our American Express colleagues. Now, as a globally integrated payments company, we work together to provide customers with access to products, insights and world-class experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Join us and let’s lead the way together. Learn more about us at: https://www.americanexpress.com/careers https://www.americanexpress.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AmericanExpressUS https://www.instagram.com/americanexpress/ https://twitter.com/americanexpress https://www.youtube.com/user/AmericanExpress See our community guidelines at: https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/company/community-guidelines/ If you have a customer service issue or question, please visit www.americanexpress.com/contactus

Industry

Financial Services

Company size

10,001+ employees

Headquarters

New York, NY

Type

Public Company

Specialties

Financial Services, Business Travel, Corporate Card, Network Services, and Merchants Services

Locations

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World Financial Center, 200 Vesey Street
New York, NY 10285, US
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Viale Alexandre Gustave Eiffel, 15
Rome, Laz. 00148, IT
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600 Great South Rd
Auckland, Auckland 1051, NZ
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12-20 Shelley St
Sydney, NSW 2000, AU
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100 Feet Road
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560047, IN
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11 Marina Blvd
Singapore, Singapore 018940, SG
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Avenida Patriotismo 635
Benito Juarez, CDMX 03710, MX
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8 Marina Blvd
Singapore, Singapore 018981, SG
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200 Vesey St
New York, NY 10281, US
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In response to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas, American Express is committing over $5 million in funding towards relief efforts through our partnership with Hilton, our Foundation support to organizations providing relief efforts, contributions from Resy and Tock to World Central Kitchen, and our contribution to Feeding America and the California Fire Foundation as part of The American Express Golf Tournament. We are also sponsoring the upcoming FireAid benefit concert on January 30. To learn more on our efforts, visit: https://lnkd.in/eTqb4q_P
As the devastating impact of the Los Angeles wildfires continues to unfold, American Express is joining Hilton to make 20,000 hotel room nights available at no charge to impacted people and first responders across the greater Los Angeles area. Hilton and American Express have a long history of working together to provide accommodation to individuals and families when they need it most. Over the last five years, the companies have worked together to offer more than two million rooms to individuals, families and first responders affected by disasters. “During this time of extreme need, we are, once again, partnering with Hilton to provide shelter to those displaced from their homes, as well as the courageous first responders who are relentlessly battling these ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles County," said Stephen J. Squeri, Chairman and CEO of American Express. “Our thoughts go out to everyone who has been impacted by this devastating natural disaster, and we are committed to supporting the immediate relief and long-term rebuilding efforts in impacted communities.” To learn more: https://lnkd.in/gB-GadpH
At the National Retail Federation’s Big Show in New York City, Amex hosted the “Beyond the Store” panel discussion focused on how retail is expanding its footprint to meet evolving consumer expectations. Erin Frankcombe, Vice President & General Manager, Amex Offers & Business Insights, American Express, moderated the conversation with panelists Shiz Suzuki, VP, Global Brand Sponsorships and Experiential Marketing, American Express; Emily Silver, Chief Marketing and Athlete Experience Officer, DICK’S Sporting Goods; and Max Magni, Chief Customer and Digital Officer, Macy’s, Inc. “Today’s consumers, driven by Gen Z and Millennials, are rewriting the rules of engagement as we speak,” said Frankcombe. “They’re not just buying products anymore — they’re looking for memorable experiences and a sense of belonging.” Read more of the key takeaways from the conversation here: https://go.amex/kF5w1W #NRF2025
Through special access, experiences, perks, and community support, American Express helps music fans and Card Members get closer to the artists they love — like Billie Eilish. Read more about Amex’s work with the artist, including teaming up with Support + Feed, a nonprofit focused on food insecurity founded by Eilish’s mother, Maggie Baird, to provide over 30,000 meals to communities in need in several cities where the tour stopped: https://go.amex/BbTnpH
Recovering from the devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton has been ongoing for small businesses like Bake’n Babes, a specialty bakery in Davis Islands, FL. American Express, in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, launched the Small Business Hurricane Recovery grant program to support small businesses in their journey to rebuild. They hope to use their grant funding to continue to make repairs following extensive hurricane damage. American Express is committed to backing small businesses in the region as they rebuild and thrive. Read more and learn if you’re eligible and how to apply for the grants here: https://go.amex/1pXLSy
We met with small business owner Chrissy Cook to discuss how her business, MADE Jewelry, has grown and how she spent this year’s Small Business Saturday. “The day shines a light on the importance of shopping small all year round,” she said. “Supporting the local makers, dreamers, and doers who run small businesses directly benefits the local economy and creates a more vibrant community.” Read more: https://go.amex/SKr2GW
Clad, a boutique in Asheville, NC, is a recipient of a Small Business Hurricane Recovery grant. American Express, in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, launched the program to support small businesses in their journey to recovery from the devastation of recent hurricanes, including Hurricane Helene. Clad is planning to use their grant funding to replace revenue lost during the slow tourism season, and they want to remind others that shopping small during the holidays helps businesses thrive. Read more and learn if you’re eligible and how to apply for the grants here: https://go.amex/1pXLSy
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American Express, in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, launched the Small Business Hurricane Recovery grant program to support small businesses like blacksmith and leather workshop Night Owl Iron Works rebuild and recover. They hope to use the grant funding to replace revenue lost in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Read more and learn if you’re eligible and how to apply for the grants here: https://lnkd.in/eeic5zf8
On this year’s Small Business Saturday, American Express raised over 5milliontosupportasecondroundofSmallBusinessHurricaneRecoverygrantsthroughitsgivingpledge.Thisisinadditiontothe5 million to support a second round of Small Business Hurricane Recovery grants through its giving pledge. This is in addition to the 5milliontosupportasecondroundofSmallBusinessHurricaneRecoverygrantsthroughitsgivingpledge.Thisisinadditiontothe5 million the company committed to the grant program, which was launched in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation in October to help support small businesses impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. “We’re committed to extending our longstanding support of small businesses to help those that were devastated by the hurricanes this fall,” said Jennifer Skyler, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, American Express. “We’ve heard first-hand from small business owners about the impact our initial grant funding had on their recovery, but there’s still work to do. Many small businesses are still struggling, and we hope that this second round of Small Business Hurricane Recovery grants will help them recover and prosper again.” Read more and learn if you’re eligible and how to apply for the grants here: https://lnkd.in/ekUcgD_X

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