Scott Higgins, WeSalute Co-founder & Co-CEO
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Scott's View: Back to School 2019 with Veterans Advantage
As the calendars change from July to August, we move into“back to school” season. This week, we’re featuring ways for the special student in your life to stock up on tech gear with Lenovo, set up travel plans to get to school with Alaska Airlines or Avis, finalize a wireless and smartphone plan with Verizon, and even get free stuff from 7-Eleven.
Military & Veterans Life
Scott's View: Best Wishes for Independence Day 2019
Independence Day is upon us! It’s a time to celebrate our nation’s 243-year history and our founding fathers, who courageously fought to create this great country. It took great courage and determination in 1776 to break with England and the King, and set off to build an independent country. We remember Ben Franklin’s stark warning to his fellow revolutionaries about the risks of breaking with the crown:
Military & Veterans Life
Memorial Day 2019 -- Remember All Who Served
We hope you have time to enjoy some of our shopping and travel benefits during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. There’s also great gift savings for Dads and Grads.
Military & Veterans Life
Scott's View: The True Meaning of Military Appreciation Month
When Veterans Advantage pioneered the concept of everyday discounts for veterans, military, and their families nearly 20 years ago, corporations had no idea why they should do it. But as this coming Memorial Day will prove, there are many reasons we should be grateful for the freedoms we enjoy today. Our Cover Story helps you navigate the complexities of many “military discounts” you can expect to see -- and remember our partners have created your exclusive discounts so you can be recognized for your military service every day, and include your families.
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New deals for your pets, home and overseas travel
In the spirit of Military child month, please read our cover story and interview with Joe DePinto, 7-Eleven’s CEO, who serves on the Board of the Johnny Mac Soldiers Fund.
Military & Veterans News
Scott's View: Recognizing Our Great Medal of Honor Recipients
We had a very inspiring week meeting and celebrating the heroic men who comprise the 72 living Medal of Honor Recipients. We were grateful to be invited to a weeklong series of events held each year to recognize them, both in New York and Washington DC.
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Scott's View: Many Ways You Can Use Your VetRewards Card
As many of our members know, our VetRewards Card is recognized at more than 100,000 locations across America, from AT&T or Verizon stores for wireless deals, major pharmacies, car rental counters, Ford Dealers or Greyhound Bus terminals, among others. These are direct partnerships, and you can find them in our Military Discounts Marketplace.
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Scott View: Holiday Shopping Season from Veterans Advantage
Happy Holidays from Veterans Advantage! It’s a busy time of year, but thankfully, for VetRewards subscribers, there are a tremendous number of great shopping and travel deals. This week, our featured partners offer a multitude of deals in our Military Discounts Marketplace! Check them out in through links in this newsletter today.
WeSalute Awards
Scott's View: One of NBC's Finest, Chuck Scarborough, Air Force Veteran
This week we are recognizing Air Force veteran and NBC news anchor Chuck Scarborough, and a new addition to our partner coalition, Alaska Airlines.
Military & Veterans Life
Scott’s View: It’s Time to Pay More Attention to Veterans’ Privacy Rights
Our country honors the many sacrifices that our military servicemen and women have made to keep our nation safe. But in addition to our appreciation, it’s time to recognize something else they deserve -- a right to keep their personal information and military records safe from abuse.
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Scott’s View: Black History Month 2020
February is Black History Month, and today we want to recognize New York City’s Veterans’ Affairs Commissioner James Hendon. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know the Commissioner over the last few months and am so impressed with his dedication, commitment, and leadership in representing and advocating for NYC’s 210,000 veterans, who are in great hands with this West Point graduate and fellow U.S. Army soldier!
Military & Veterans Life
Scott's View: Heroes Meet Heroes with Veterans Advantage
Top companies join U.S. military & olympians as we salute Veterans Day 2022
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VA awards $431 million in grants to help at-risk Veterans and their families
WASHINGTON — On Aug. 1, the Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $431 million in grants to 258 non-profit organizations across the nation to help homeless and at-risk Veterans and their families.
Military & Veterans Life
Veterans Advantage Continues to Recognize Medal of Honor Recipients
I want to take a moment to recognize the Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients. This past week, our nation marked National Medal of Honor Day to remember those who have received our nation's highest military decoration. It is a reminder we must do our part to perpetuate the legacy of our nations’ greatest military heroes.
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Scott's View: Holiday Greetings & Looking Forward to New Year’s 2021
This week Veterans Advantage marks our 20th holiday season serving our fellow veterans and family members.
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Scott's View: Get Our Latest Offers for Fall -- Including 15% OFF Alaska Airlines
With only one week left, have you checked out our 15% OFF exclusive with Alaska Airlines? Don’t let the name fool you -- Alaska covers most popular routes and destinations you want to travel to New York, Florida, Hawaii, Texas, Nevada, California & many more. Mexico, Canada, and Costa Rica outside the U.S., too!
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Scott's View: Back to School Shopping With Veterans Advantage
If you’re like me, a father of 3, whenever the calendar turns to August an internal alarm signals a time to prepare. It is time for back to school shopping!
Military & Veterans Life
Mother’s Day Exclusives & Military Holidays During COVID-19
Mother’s Day is one of the top restaurant days of the year. We share a great meal, shower gifts upon the moms in our life, and we create memories that last a lifetime. However, in the face of COVID-19, millions of moms across the world are spending time alone. Thankfully, Veterans Advantage has wonderful offerings from the 1800Flowers.com family of brands, and other retail brands, that enable you to touch the hearts of mom from a distance.
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Scott’s View: American Airlines Joins Our Fortune 500 Partner Coalition
We’re delighted to announce a new partnership with American Airlines, one of the world’s most-recognized travel brands, and a new deal that honors the service of our members who are active duty, retirees, military veterans, National Guard, reservists with a VetRewards account, and up to four household family members.
Military & Veterans Life
Scott's View: Why Is Veterans Day Important? A Look at its 100th Anniversary
November 11, 2019 is the 100th anniversary of Veteran’s Day, honoring all of those who have served our country in war or peace. This significant commemorative day was originally known as Armistice Day, marking the end of World War I. More in our Cover Story about the history of Veterans Day, written by noted military historian Raymond E. Bell Jr. PhD, Brigadier General, United States Army, Retired, and a Vietnam War Veteran. General Bell’s daughter, Cynthia Bell-Bucha is our Director, Content and Events at Veterans Advantage.
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Scott's View: New Deals from 7-Eleven and Alaska Airlines
We’re really excited to announce two great new deals for VetRewards subscribers. With the launch of our 7-Eleven partnership, you have exclusive savings with our nation’s #1 convenience retails store brand. As 7-Eleven president and CEO Joe DePinto said in our launch press release, "We’re proud to collaborate with Veterans Advantage on this exciting initiative and thank all U.S. military veterans for their service to our country.”
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Scott's View: Many Ways You Can Use Your VetRewards Card
As many of our members know, our VetRewards Card is recognized at more than 100,000 locations across America, from AT&T or Verizon stores for wireless deals, major pharmacies, car rental counters, Ford Deals or Greyhound Bus terminals, among others. These are direct partnerships, and you can find them in our Military Discounts Marketplace.
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Scott's View: Additional benefits; Advisory Board member Paul Bucha honored by Army Reservists
This week we highlight some of our most popular benefits, including four that offer new, expanded benefits in addition to your everyday discount. Check out the deals from CVS/pharmacy, Verizon Wireless, JetBlue, and Red Roof Inn.
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New Benefit Updates: Dell, T-Mobile and Graceland
There’s another round of great new benefits from Veterans Advantage! Among our featured deals, you can save hundreds annually on your T-Mobile Wireless plans, enjoy a trip to one of the most popular tourist destinations in America, Elvis Presley's Graceland or get a great deal on a Dell laptop, desktop or monitor.