CARLE PLACE, N.Y., March 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- 1-800-FLOWERS.COM
and Veterans Advantage announced an enhanced benefits relationship
to reward U.S. Active Duty, Retired Military, National Guard,
Reserve & Veterans, and their next-of-kin families enrolled in
Veterans Advantage. Veterans Advantage will be 1-800-FLOWERS.COM's
"Official Military Verify Solution Provider" to deliver exclusive
new member savings on their toll-free phone and online purchases
from 1800Flowers.com and its family of brands.
The deeper 1-800-FLOWERS.COM military discounts are now
available on orders in the U.S. and Internationally 365 days a year
across an extensive collection of regularly priced items.
Verification for this newly created offer is available by enrolling
in Veterans Advantage and using its secure VetRewards Card ID at
checkout on the 1800Flowers.com website and through toll-free phone
number.
"We are honored to establish these new Veterans Advantage
military discounts for those who have served, continue to serve,
and their families," said Jim
McCann, CEO of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM. "These new, deeper
than ever savings are our most proud and meaningful way to continue
to support Veterans Advantage and its mission of thanking those who
serve every-day. Members can use them to purchase a broad range of
floral and gift products every day of the year, even peak holidays
like Valentine's Day and Mother's Day."
Launched in 1999 by prominent Vietnam War Veterans and leading
brand-name partners, Veterans Advantage has created hundreds of new
military benefits dedicated to thanking those who serve the country
while protecting veterans' privacy during redemption. The Better
Business Bureau has accredited Veterans Advantage with the trusted
BBB seal since 2001 and awarded it the highest ratings for its
outstanding member service and stellar business practices.
"1-800-FLOWERS.COM teaming up with Veterans Advantage is a
commitment to creating real offers as a thank you. These are
savings that can be easily and safely redeemed by these special
Americans and their families," said Scott
Higgins, Founder & CEO of Veterans Advantage, and a
Vietnam War Veteran. "For Veterans Advantage, it is truly a
pleasure to work with companies whose patriotism runs deep and
starts at the top with outstanding leadership like Jim McCann's at 1-800-FLOWERS.COM."
1-800-FLOWERS.COM will provide access to its new military
discounts using Veterans Advantage's verification technology
platform. Members will shop with their unique VetRewards Card ID
and Veterans Advantage discount code verified at online checkout
and by phone. Members shop for everyday savings through
1800Flowers.com from the site's top navigation bar and save with
its family of brands: 1-800-BASKETS.COM®,
Cheryl's® cookies and baked treats, The Popcorn
Factory®, Fannie
May® fine chocolates, and Fruit
Bouquets.com.
1-800-FLOWERS.COM has a history of working with Veterans
Advantage to support Military Veterans and their families, and the
newly enhanced benefits program will save members more than
previously. The collaboration also delivers military support and
job opportunities. It provides complimentary floral arrangements
for November's Veterans Week NYC; an annual event co-founded by
Veterans Advantage with other leading Veterans organizations in
2012.
1-800-FLOWERS.COM has recently become a participant on the
Veterans Advantage Jobs & Career Network on
VeteransAdvantage.com, where Vet-Friendly companies may post their
open positions for veteran hires at no cost.
Veterans Advantage Secure ID Technology and VetRewards
Card
Recent reports from the Department of Veterans Affairs and The
Federal Trade Commission indicate that Veterans and Military have
twice the reported rate of ID theft than the general
population. The mishandling of their government issued
military IDs in their civilian lives has contributed to this
unacceptably high rate. Further, the DoD has sent repeated warnings
against improper use of military identification. It recently
reminded military members that it is a Federal offense to copy or
scan and upload a government-issued military ID, a practice
prohibited due to the increased risk of terrorism.
Veterans Advantage protects veterans' privacy and supports
enhanced military security with the issuance and administration of
its VetRewards Card, the nation's first secure military ID.
Veterans Advantage uses FTC recommended 'de-identification'
methodology in its verify technology platform to safeguard
veterans' personal information when redeeming military
discounts.
Veterans Advantage grants free access to its verify technology
platform for 1-800-FLOWERS.COM and its affiliates who use the
secure VetRewards Card ID that protects veterans' privacy. Veterans
Advantage partners create new military benefits that accept the
VetRewards Card ID as military identification for its exclusive
package of discounts on travel, entertainment, electronics,
financial products, retail and healthcare purchases.
The nation's top retailers and travel industry leaders offer
military savings with the VetRewards Card. In addition to
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, other key Veterans Advantage partners include
CVS/pharmacy, Foot Locker, Dell, Apple, Verizon Wireless, Verizon
FiOS, United Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Lufthansa, Greyhound,
Avis/Budget, Choice Hotels, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Ford
& Lincoln Motor Cars, and The National Railroad Passenger
Corporation (AMTRAK).
About 1-800-FLOWERS.COM
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. is the world's leading florist and gift
shop. For more than 38 years, 1-800-FLOWERS® (1-800-356-9377 or
www.1800flowers.com) has been helping deliver smiles for our
customers with gifts for every occasion, including fresh flowers
and the finest selection of plants, gift baskets, gourmet foods,
confections, candles, balloons and plush stuffed animals. As
always, our 100% Smile Guarantee® backs every gift.
1-800-FLOWERS.COM was named a winner of the 2015 "Best Companies to
Work for in New York State" award
by The New York Society for Human Resource Management (NYS-SHRM).
1-800-FLOWERS.COM was awarded the 2014 Silver Stevie Award,
recognizing the organization's outstanding Customer Service and
commitment to our 100% Smile Guarantee®. 1-800-FLOWERS.COM received
a Gold Award for Best User Experience on a Mobile Optimized Site
for the 2013 Horizon Interactive Awards. The Company's BloomNet®
international floral wire service (www.mybloomnet.net) provides a
broad range of quality products and value-added services designed
to help professional florists grow their businesses profitably. The
1-800-FLOWERS.COM "Gift Shop" also includes gourmet gifts such as
premium, gift-quality fruits and other gourmet items from Harry
& David® (1-877-322-1200 or www.harryanddavid.com), popcorn and
specialty treats from: The Popcorn Factory® (1-800-541-2676 or
www.thepopcornfactory.com); cookies and baked gifts from Cheryl's®
(1-800-443-8124 or www.cheryls.com); premium chocolates and
confections from Fannie May® confections brands
(www.fanniemay.com and www.harrylondon.com); gift baskets and
towers from 1-800-Baskets.com® (www.1800baskets.com); incredible,
carved fresh fruit arrangements from FruitBouquets.com
(www.fruitbouquets.com); top quality steaks and chops from Stock
Yards® (www.stockyards.com); as well as premium branded
customizable invitations and personal stationery from
FineStationery.com® (www.finestationery.com). The Company's
Celebrations® brand (www.celebrations.com) is a source for creative
party ideas, must-read articles, online invitations and e-cards,
all created to help people celebrate holidays and the everyday.
Shares in 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. are traded on the NASDAQ Global
Select Market, ticker symbol: FLWS.
About Veterans Advantage
Founded in 1999 by prominent
Vietnam War Veterans, Veterans Advantage partners with Fortune 500
top retailers and travel industry leaders that create new military
discounts redeemed with the VetRewards Card that safeguards the
veterans' personal information. The VetRewards Card is the first
national military ID card that protects Veterans' privacy while
authenticating eligibility for military discounts. Dedicated to
"Giving Back to All Who Serve", Veterans Advantage advocates for
greater respect, recognition, and rewards for U.S. Active-duty,
Military Veterans, Retired Military, Active and Retired National
Guard & Reserve, and their families, from all periods and
branches of service. Veterans Advantage members receive exclusive
offers from Office Depot, United Airlines, JetBlue Airways,
Lufthansa Airlines, CVS/pharmacy, Amtrak, Greyhound, Ford Motor
Company & Lincoln Motor Company, Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile,
Apple Inc., Dell Inc., Foot Locker, Target, Choice Hotels, Wyndham
Worldwide Corp., Avis Budget Group Inc., and other leading brands.
Each Veterans Advantage Member receives Prepaid Benefits Plan
coverage that includes $50,000 of
Travel Guard Global MEDEVAC, $5,000
in Accident Insurance, VIP Concierge and other travel assistance
services, fraud and ID theft assistance services, prescription
discounts and financial planning, and more. Accredited by the
Better Business Bureau since 2001, the company has been awarded the
highest BBB rating of A+. More at www.VeteransAdvantage.com
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