Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between AmEx and American Express from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

Sam’s Clubs to Accept AmEx Cards Earlier this year, retailer Costco cut ties with American Express after 16-year relationship By lisa.beilfuss@wsj.com Updated Sept. 10, 2015 5:41 p.m.

Answer: operator