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American Express released results from the 2024 American Express Shop Small Impact Study, which highlights the power of supporting local businesses this Small Business Saturday (November 30). Read more about consumers’ and business owners’ thoughts on shopping small: https://lnkd.in/eBnZbGx3

As the American Express Leadership Academy in partnership with Common Purpose comes to a close, we’re in awe of the level of talent and passion we saw from the Americas cohort of non-profit leaders last week. After four days of programming, workshops, and sessions with industry experts, Guillermo Bernal from Fundación Placemaking Mexico shared his biggest takeaway from the Academy. “It’s been valuable to learn from others with similar challenges but in different contexts and places. In the end there’s a huge common ground here, which is leading with love and a passion for helping others.”

Our Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Jennifer Skyler and Axios co-founder and CEO Jim VandeHei hosted a fireside chat at the American Express Leadership Academy in partnership with Common Purpose where they discussed what it means to be resilient leaders in an evolving world. Jim shared his advice on how he leads by example: “When you do the right thing in hard moments, others will too. Then think about the next decision, the next right thing. When you do that, when you handle hard things with class and character, you build up so much credibility. That’s when you get people to follow you. It’s amazing how contagious good leadership is.”

American Express and the Women's Sports Foundation are teaming up to advance WSF’s mission to help girls and women play, compete and lead, on and off the field. ? Recently, Madge Thomas, President of?American Express?Foundation and Head of Corporate Sustainability,?American Express, sat down with Danette Leighton, Chief Executive Officer, the Women’s Sports Foundation to celebrate the positive impact we can make when we empower women. Read more from their conversation here: https://go.amex/dRRQp2

On the first day of the American Express Leadership Academy, our Chief Marketing Officer Elizabeth Rutledge hosted a fireside chat with National Basketball Association (NBA) Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum, and (USTA) United States Tennis Association Chief Executive of Professional Tennis Stacey Allaster C.C. to discuss what it means to lead with purpose. With the NBA Foundation as a new official partner of the Leadership Academy, Mark Tatum shared his advice for participants on how to drive change within their organizations. “You have to have a very clear purpose. In our case, it’s to inspire and connect people everywhere through basketball. When you understand what your purpose is, it puts things in a different framework that gives you permission to innovate.”

American Express is celebrating the 15th annual Small Business Saturday? on November 30, 2024. To commemorate the milestone year and its longstanding support of small businesses, American Express will host a special performance by singer-songwriter, Noah Kahan, at the historic Riviera Theater and a holiday pop-up market in the vibrant small business community of Charleston, South Carolina.?? ?? “American Express founded Small Business Saturday in 2010, coming out of the US financial crisis, to help drive consumer spending at small businesses when they needed it most. Since then, the day has sparked a movement and truly made an impact – with consumers reporting spending over $200 billion at small businesses,” said Elizabeth Rutledge, Chief Marketing Officer, American Express. “We are celebrating in a big way this year, while continuing to meet the needs of small businesses around the country.”?? ?? Read more about the events in Charleston and how you can make a difference in your community by shopping small: https://lnkd.in/emzRrhYH

The American Express Leadership Academy returns to New York City this week, and we’re thrilled to announce the National Basketball Association (NBA) Foundation as a new official partner. Following two Academies in Sydney and London earlier this year, we’re excited to host our Americas cohort of 76 emerging non-profit leaders for a 4-day immersive program created in partnership with Common Purpose. Attendees will network, attend skills workshops, and hear from industry leaders at American Express, the NBA, the USTA Foundation, Delta Air Lines, Hilton, and Axios. Later in the week, the NBA Foundation will also announce three Leadership Academy alumni as recipients of the Community Changemaker Awards. Stay tuned for more insights and special moments coming out of the New York Academy and learn more here: https://go.amex/9CpVfH

On Veterans Day, I’m proud of how American Express supports the veterans community. American Express is a partner of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation which serves veterans as they transition back to civilian life. Our work has supported more than 500 veterans over the past year, and we look forward to positively impacting the lives of many others. ? I recently participated in an event held by our #TeamAmex Veterans Colleague Network (VET) to write thank you notes to U.S. veterans, active-duty military members, and their families. I am honored to work at an organization that supports the well-being of veterans like myself.?

American Express launched the Small Business Hurricane Recovery grant program in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to support small businesses impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. We’ve committed $5 million in funding for a grant program to help 1,000 impacted small businesses recover from the hurricanes’ devastating effects and build resilience against future disasters. ? In addition, American Express will donate $1 for every purchase made on an eligible American Express Card at a qualifying U.S. small business on Small Business Saturday, taking place on November 30, 2024.** ? “Small businesses are foundational to the communities impacted by these devastating storms,” said Jennifer Skyler, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. “American Express is committed to providing small businesses in the region with the resources they need to recover, rebuild, and thrive.” Learn more about how to get involved: https://go.amex/7QBpmp ** American Express is donating $1 for every purchase made by American Express Card Members using their eligible Card at a U.S. small business on the Shop Small Map on Small Business Saturday (November 30, 2024) to support small businesses impacted by recent hurricanes* *Donation to go to U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (for info: https://lnkd.in/efehK8eg). American Express Debit Cards are not eligible.

It was great to speak with CNBC Make It about how new hires can set themselves up for success. ? The early days of a new role can be exciting and challenging. A fresh start brings many opportunities to build new relationships, clarify expectations and understand how you can add value to both the team and the company overall. ? At American Express, we are committed to delivering an exceptional colleague experience each and every day. Whether new to the company or growing within we provide colleagues with comprehensive resources and support needed during their first 90 days. This includes a tailored toolkit with checklists, tools and activities designed to jump start their journey and ensure a successful transition. ? Read full article: https://lnkd.in/eeqEJrww