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Delta enhances support for small businesses through investment and partnerships

Delta enhances support for small businesses through investment and partnerships
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Jeff Arinder, V.P. ‐ Alliances | Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines is reaffirming its commitment to small businesses, emphasizing its role in supporting these enterprises beyond the annual Small Business Month. The airline's initiatives aim to foster economic growth and innovation by partnering with small businesses across various sectors.

Delta's investment in small businesses amounted to over $1 billion in 2023, creating nearly 3,500 jobs and contributing over $280 million toward incomes. This reflects Delta's belief in the potential of small businesses to drive community development.

The SkyMiles for Business program offers loyalty benefits without minimum travel or spending requirements, providing tools and rewards for companies of all sizes. A new enhancement allows travel agencies to apply eCredits toward ticket costs within the Global Distribution System (GDS), offering greater flexibility and support.

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Bob Somers, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Delta Air Lines, stated: “At Delta, we truly believe in the power of small businesses and the incredible impact entrepreneurs can make. That’s why we’re enhancing our SkyMiles for Business program—to give our customers more flexible ways to use their earned benefits."

SkyMiles Dining rewards members for dining at local restaurants, supporting local economies. Additionally, Delta SkyMiles Business American Express Cards offer benefits that turn business expenses into miles for premium travel experiences.

Delta highlights partnerships with small businesses like Une Femme and Write It Up, Inc. Une Femme has expanded its wine offerings through its collaboration with Delta. Jen Pelka of Une Femme noted: “When we celebrate, support and inspire one another, glass ceilings shatter and the future brightens for everyone.”

Write It Up, Inc., partnered with Delta on airport redevelopment projects at LaGuardia Airport and JFK International Airport. Jamillah Wright of Write It Up commented: “It’s gratifying to see our work contribute to the creation of state-of-the-art terminals that elevate the travel experience for millions of passengers.”

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