Small Business spotlight
Every entrepreneur has a story about how they serve their community and how they’ve grown their business. Find out how they’ve overcome obstacles – from scaling their team to solving for inconsistent cash flow.
Spotlight Story
Hear how American Express helps Jackson Connery keep things sizzling with his popular restaurant House of Brunch. With the support of American Express Business Blueprint™, his Business Platinum Card®, American Express® Business Checking, and an American Express® Business Line of Credit, Connery has been able to streamline cash flow, invest in new equipment, and create a seamless experience for his customers.
3 MIN | Testimonial
Stories
Tiffany Johnson
Fresh Squeeze Juice Bar
"I wanted to identify where we could cut costs without impacting our sales."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Sandra Lucia Diaz
Lucia Diaz LLC
"I honestly feel Business Blueprint has given me a bird’s-eye view of my business, so I can get back to work and not get stuck in a spreadsheet."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Jordie Kern
7 Eagle Group
"American Express® Business Line of Credit allowed me to level the playing field with some of my bigger competitors."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Julie Matzen
Team MayDay
"The peace of mind is priceless, knowing that money is there for us."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Debbie Rechtschaffer
Electrolift Inc.
"I can plan payments and see what my cash flow is going to look like."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Paul Nasrani
Adirondack Creamery
"Being able to manage cash flow, pay our farmers, and grow the business with confidence is such a tremendous thing for us."
5 Minute Read | April 4, 2025
Stories
Jeanniey Walden
Liftoff with Jeanniey Walden
"I was beyond thrilled to get a line of credit that could help me."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Yun Ma
KitchenCrest Cabinets
"American Express® Business Line of Credit was a huge help."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Jordie Kern
7 Eagle Group
"American Express® Business Line of Credit allowed me to level the playing field with some of my bigger competitors."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Julie Matzen
Team MayDay
"The peace of mind is priceless, knowing that money is there for us."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Debbie Rechtschaffer
Electrolift Inc.
"I can plan payments and see what my cash flow is going to look like"
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Stories
Greg Fontaine
A&E Construction & Design Center
"Whether I’m making deposits or viewing my current balance, American Express® Business Checking is very helpful when running my business. Everything’s at your fingertips."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Sandra Lucia Diaz
Lucia Diaz LLC
"I honestly feel Business Blueprint has given me a bird’s-eye view of my business, so I can get back to work and not get stuck in a spreadsheet."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Brady Gilliam
The Gilliam Writers Group
"I don’t know how they do it. Everything about American Express® Business Checking has really, really worked for us."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Kenny Okagaki
Chameleon Vintage
"With Amex, it’s been totally smooth, which is the best thing you want as a small business."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Debbie Rechtschaffer
Electrolift Inc.
"I can plan payments and see what my cash flow is going to look like."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Stories
Patrick Panella
Chez Nous
"I love the way American Express works for small businesses like mine."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Sandra Lucia Diaz
Lucia Diaz LLC
"I honestly feel Business Blueprint has given me a bird’s-eye view of my business, so I can get back to work and not get stuck in a spreadsheet."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Jackson Connery
House of Brunch
"If I didn’t have Business Blueprint and Resy, I would always be on my laptop instead of where I’m most suited: creating a vibe in the dining room."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Kevin Butorac
Triad Laundry
"I give a lot of credit to Amex in the success of our business. Without those Amex resources, our growth and success wouldn’t be what they are."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Debbie Rechtschaffer
Electrolift Inc.
"I can plan payments and see what my cash flow is going to look like."
5 Minute Read | May 4, 2024
Check out resources for small businesses
American Express Business Blueprint™
View your select business products and accounts‡ in one place.
American Express® Business Checking
Earn 1.30% APY1 on balances up to $500,000. Terms apply. Deposit accounts offered by American Express National Bank. Member FDIC.
American Express® Business Line of Credit
Focus on growth with flexible access to business funding.‡
American Express Business Blueprint™
American Express® Business Checking
American Express® Business Line of Credit
Footnotes
Deposit accounts offered by American Express National Bank. Member FDIC.
1. Annual Percentage Yield (APY) as advertised is accurate as of 10/12/2022. APY is applied on account balances up to $500,000. No interest is earned on account balances over $500,000. APY is subject to change at any time without notice before and after a Business Checking account is opened.
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