I received my first American Express card as a college student in 1982. The sole, thin plastic card in my wallet carried an important weight for me; I felt grown up and financially validated. Upon graduation I moved to New York, and as a young executive, I used my card with great pride. I often enjoyed a light meal and beverage at the newly opened Smith and Wollensky, sitting elbow to elbow with Manhattan’s business elite and proudly paying with my Green Card. Over the years I was invited to receive many American Express product... read full review »