MARINE CORPS ASSOCIATION AND USAA CREATE AFFFINITY MARKETING AGREEMENT TO BETTER SERVE MCA MEMBERS
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MARINE CORPS ASSOCIATION AND USAA CREATE AFFFINITY
MARKETING AGREEMENT TO BETTER SERVE MCA MEMBERS
Quantico, VA – October 16, 2009 - In an effort to enhance benefits for its
members, MCA has entered into an agreement with USAA in which USAA will
become a preferred provider of financial services and be named the
Association’s Semper Fidelis Sponsor. Under the agreement, beginning in
November 2009 MCA’s 80,000 Marines and eligible family members will be able
to take advantage of one-stop shopping for virtually all of their financial services
needs.
"The Marine Corps Association is proud and excited to welcome USAA as our
Semper Fidelis Sponsor,” said MCA President and CEO MajGen Leslie M. Palm,
USMC (Ret). “USAA is the benchmark in quality products and services for
members of the Armed Forces. I've been a member of USAA since 1970 and
have enjoyed the full range of USAA's products and services: car insurance,
home insurance, and other financial products. USAA helped us put our two
children through college. We wouldn't think of using any other company for the
financial security of our family because of USAA's quality products and
uncompromising customer service. We look forward to the relationship for the
synergies it creates and the many benefits it brings to MCA's members."
USAA, one of the leading companies for financial planning, insurance,
investments and banking products looks forward to working with MCA members
and to meeting their various needs with USAA’s spectrum of products. USAA
has long been a leader in providing financial security for members of the U.S.
military and their families.
“USAA and MCA have many members in common and we share a history dating back to
very early in the last century, so joining forces makes perfect sense,” said retired Army
Maj. Gen. Joe Robles, USAA’s president and CEO. “USAA provides products and
services that are tailored to the unique needs of the military community, and we operate
according to similar core values. We’re ready to welcome MCA members and their
families with open arms.”
The new agreement will not impact MCA member’s status with other affinity partner
programs and those products will remain in force. It does however create additional
opportunities and MCA members may look to take advantage of USAA products.
Those who want to learn more about USAA can call (800) 531-8722 or visit USAA.com.
To learn more about MCA membership, call (866) 622-1775 or visit www.mcamarines.
org.
USAA Membership eligibility restrictions apply.
About MCA
The Marine Corps Association was formed at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba on 25 April 1913,
by Marines of the 2d Provisional Brigade. John A. Lejeune, then a lieutenant colonel,
headed the MCA’s first executive committee. In a statement signed by members of the
committee, Lejeune and his fellow officers declared the MCA would publish the history of
the Marine Corps and disseminate “…information concerning the aims, purposes and
deeds of the Corps, and the interchange of ideas for the betterment and improvement of
its officers and men…” That objective continues to drive the Association into the 21st
century. For information about Marine Corps Association, or to learn more about
membership, visit www.mca-marines.org.
About USAA
USAA, a diversified financial services group of companies, is among the leading
providers of financial planning, insurance, investments, and banking products to
members of the U.S. military and their families. For the past three years, BusinessWeek
magazine ranked USAA among the top two "Customer Service Champs," highlighting its
legendary commitment of providing highly competitive financial products for 7.2 million
members. For more information about USAA, or to learn more about membership, visit
usaa.com.
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It is ALWAYS a pleasure to work with a consummate professional such as SgtMaj (Ret.) Frank Pulley. As the company 1stSgt for Hotel Company, MCT, SOI (West), I’ve attended a number of his briefs and one can visually see a positive change in the student’s attention levels as the SgtMaj delivers his presentation. The SgtMaj truly cares about the Marines and the Marine Corps and represents the MCA in an extremely admirable manner. It has been my experience that all Marines (including myself) benefit from the experience of attending a MCA presentation. And regardless of rank or years of experience, Marines should always seek to increase their level of proficiency and knowledge and MCA briefs provide us with that opportunity.
Louise,
I just wanted to say thanks so much for making sure the uniform got back
to me in time for my commissioning class's photo. It fits me well and I am so excited for commissioning which takes
place in 17 hours! Thank you again!
Very Respectfully,
I want to relay my many thanks to everyone at Marine Corps Association and Military Historical Tours for providing me the opportunity to experience such a wonderful trip to Russia. Had I not won this trip through MCA I may have never taken advantage of such fantastic travels. The group, the Russian Tour guide (Oleg Alexandrov) and Charlie Dunn were wonderful companions during the trip. It will be a memory I will cherish all of my remaing days on this earth.
Again, Many thanks and Semper Fidelis!
Good Afternoon Louise,
The commissioning ceremony was a tremendous success! Thank you very much once again for all your efforts!
Have a wonderful day and God Bless.
Respectfully,
Ma’am,
I received the shipment of plaques, books and certificates today for
mail call. It was more exciting to me than candy or magazines! Thank
you very much.
Semper Fi,
Just a quick note of thanks to Patty Everett. I arrived home from a week vacation to find a package from the Marine Corps Association. I was expecting to find one of the magazines I requested, however, I was pleasantly surprised to discover both magazines were inside. In a time when it seems no one cares about customer satisfaction I am gratified to discover that customer service is not a lost art at the MCA. Once again I thank you for your efforts on my request. It may have been thing but the effort made a huge impression.
Ma’am,
Just wanted to let you know that I got the sword yesterday with time to spare. It showed up unscathed due to the excellent packing job despite the rough postal process. And most importantly it looks great and the Bahraini’s couldn’t be happier! Thanks again for all of your assistance.
R/S
Major Wayne Phelps
3d LAAD Bn XO
Security Force, Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan
I wanted to take a moment and thank everyone at the association for sponsoring the Ground Awards Dinner on 3 June at the Crystal City Marriott. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and were tremendously pleased with the hospitality shown to us and the great accommodations. As well, I wanted to thank the association for the DVD of the event that was mailed to me. It is something that I will keep and treasure for the rest of my days. Again, thanks for everything.
Semper Fidelis!
Thanks for the email; I purchased the two Marine Corps. Cups for my brother who served with the First Marine Div. in Vietnam . He was very pleased with the cups and I was very impressed with the purchase. The online catalog did not do the product the justice it deserved. Thanks again and I am sure you will hear from me in the future.
Colonel Ford, I have to pass this on because I'm in shock that I was able to Connect (on the first Ring), Chat and concluded my business with "Sharon" in less than 30 seconds, at the MCA-Office. I was taken by surprise. Why, I'm Not used to anyone answering the phone especially on the first ring. AND...a human being...a lovely lady with a disarming voice, which at first I thought was a recording. WOW! I commend THE MCA for doing such an outstanding service for its members...make me proud. Just think...I was not asked "if I knew my parties Extension."?
Wish I had a Blog...I would spread around how delighted I am. What transpired to me today is Rare, just doesn't happen anymore. See, I'm so impressed I'm blitzing you here.
S/F
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