I agree with the last poster. After applying for the two consumer cards, I waited for 66 days and applied for the business card. I was denied for too many apps, so I sent a letter to the presidents office. I nice lady replied, told me it would require an additional credit pull and I might not get the bonus. I decided I had nothing to lose, and after providing some documents and a two week process, I was approved today with the bonus.
Writing the letter was the way to go.