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American Express and Hilton Celebrate Small Business Owners During 5X Star Evening

The lavish affair honored the work of Jen Atkin, Priscilla Tsai and Maurice Harris

by ElizaBeth Taylor May 16, 2024
by ElizaBeth Taylor May 16, 2024 0 comments
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On May 15, American Express and Hilton came together for a very special moment.

The incredible 5X Star Evening was an exclusive five-course dinner that honored small businesses along with the newly enhanced Hilton Honors American Express Business Card, which now allows Card Members to earn 5X Hilton Honors Bonus Points on all purchases.

Guests gathered at Conrad New York Downtown to dine and hear from a distinguished panel of entrepreneurs.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 15: Priscilla Tsai, Maurice Harris, and Jen Atkin speak onstage at the Hilton Honors Business Card 5X Star Evening at Conrad New York on May 15, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for American Express & Hilton)

Jen Atkin, celebrity hairstylist, author and founder of OUAI, Mane and Highlight Artists; Maurice Harris, artist and founder of Bloom & Plume; and Priscilla Tsai, founder of Cocokind gave thrilling and enlightened insights on business as they spoke and how the card helps them elevate their travel. The room was full of joy as attendees listened and enjoyed a delectable menu showcasing delightful dishes prepared especially for the affair.

(Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for American Express & Hilton)
(Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for American Express & Hilton)
(Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for American Express & Hilton)

The merging of Hilton and American Express for the enhanced Hilton Honors American Express Business Card, featuring new benefits and up to $240 each year in annual statement credits on eligible Hilton purchases, along with a simplified rewards structure to earn Hilton Honors Bonus Points wherever Card Members spend is remarkable.

The updated Card enables Card Members to use their business purchases to fuel future Hilton stays, all with the powerful backing of American Express.

“At Hilton, we understand the importance of small and medium-sized businesses and are committed to providing unique offerings for business owners and travelers,” said Mark Weinstein, chief marketing officer, Hilton. “Together with American Express, we’re proud to unveil the newly refreshed Hilton Honors American Express Business Card, that makes Card Members’ Hilton stays especially rewarding. Our Card benefits can elevate business owners’ travel experiences – the accelerated points earned can be redeemed for work trips or unforgettable dream getaways.”

Now with a sleek metal design, the newly enhanced Hilton Honors American Express Business Card provides accelerated ways for Card Members to earn rewards, an important need particularly for small businesses.

  • Earn 12X Hilton Honors Bonus Points for each dollar of eligible purchases charged on your Hilton Honors Business Card directly with a hotel or resort within the Hilton portfolio
  • (NEW) Earn 5X Hilton Honors Bonus Points on other purchases made using the Card on the first $100,000 in purchases each calendar year, 3X Points thereafter
  • (NEW) Earn up to $240 back each year on eligible Hilton purchases made on your Card, with up to $60 in statement credits per quarter
  • (NEW) Complimentary National Car Rental® Emerald Club Executive® status. Enrollment in the complimentary Emerald Club® program is required. Terms apply.
  • Enjoy Complimentary Hilton Honors Gold status, with perks like an 80% Bonus on Base Points you earn on every stay, space-available room upgrades at select properties, and more
  • Upgrade to Hilton Honors Diamond status through the end of the next calendar year by spending $40,000 on eligible purchases on your Card in a calendar year to enjoy benefits like a 100% Bonus on Base Points you earn on every stay, premium Wi-Fi at select properties, and more

In addition to these benefits, the Hilton Honors American Express Business Card offers a number of built-in features that help small businesses seamlessly manage their accounts. Employee Cards can also be added with no annual membership fee.

For more information, including terms and conditions, about the Hilton Honors American Express Business Card, visit here.

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