opportunities for veterans

“Cruise Planners has always supported the military community and this Veterans Day we are proud to launch a revamped benefits package for them,” said Michelle Fee, CEO and co-founder of Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative.

Memorial Day is quickly approaching and is an appropriate time to remember those who have died in the line of duty, our retired veterans, as well as those who are currently serving our country. We remember all of them this Memorial Day just as we remembered the firefighters and police officers who died in 9/11 or in the line of duty this week. When John F. Kennedy introduced his infamous quote, “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what can you do for your country,” his viable quote resonated in practice as we observe all the military that have defended our country over the years including those today who fight as we strive for peace around the world.

After unexpected career changes, we wanted to fulfill our dreams of owning a business. The Korte's Story - Sheila and Chris Korte met in the Army and have been together ever since. With a love for travel and an entrepreneurial spirit, Sheila found the turn-key opportunity she was looking for. Cruise Planners-American Express Travel instantly helped grow her business with its marketing programs, technology, and business development support. Chris even retired and joined her to make what is now a 100% veteran owned-and-operated franchise.

The economy is not getting any better just yet, and the job statistics are even worse. If you have been looking for work for over a year, to no avail, maybe now is the time to take a second look at your options. Is it time to take on a new career path? Should you go back to school or learn some technical trade? Should you risk tapping into your 401k to invest in the future? These are all legitimate questions needing sound and realistic solutions.

Cruise Planners/American Express, the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network in the cruise industry, was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise by G.I. Jobs magazine for 2010. The honor reflects the company’s efforts to provide programs geared to create and support successful veteran entrepreneurs.

Cruise Planners/American Express, the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network in the cruise industry, is pleased to announce that franchise owner and U.S. Air Force veteran Chris Silman has been honored with the Home-Based Business of the Year Award from the Green Valley - Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce in Green Valley, Ariz.