The cityscape of Nanchang, a city of 5 million people in interior China, is dotted with “30-story towers, all of which look the same,” says Jan Lorenc, founder of Lorenc […]
Author Archives: Mary Welch
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Waiting for $1 Billion: American CyberSystems Slowly Pursues International Growth
American CyberSystems Inc. has been widely recognized for its astronomical growth, reaching nearly $700 million in revenues since its founding in 1998, largely off its domestic clientele. Now, the Duluth-based […]
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Mixed Picture for Emerging Markets at Forecasting Forum
What does the theme song from the sitcom “Friends” have to do with the global economy? Apparently, one lyric describes the current situation perfectly, indicating that it’s “stuck in second […]
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Chilean Food, Forestry Firms Find Fertile Ground in Georgia
Chilean firms in the food and forestry sectors are finding fertile ground in Georgia as they expand into the U.S., taking advantage of a free trade agreement they say has […]
Posted inEconomic Development
Panamanian Officials: Canal’s Expansion to Spur Phenomenal Growth
With the expansion of the Panama Canal, Panama is poised for explosive growth, not only from shipping more and larger cargo but also from the trickle down effect of the increased […]
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Invoiceware Smooths Tax, Compliance Wrinkles in Latin America
As Latin American governments aim to maximize revenues, investors are faced with a vast and complex network of tax and compliance regulations that could throw a wrench into their regional […]
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After Failed Foray in China, AdEdge Focuses on Americas
Editor’s note: This story is to be included in Global Atlanta’s Export Stories special report, for which a free launch event is to be held Thursday, Oct. 9. To attend, […]
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Rug, Accents Maker Surya at Home in Georgia
When Satya Tiwari became president of his family company in 2004, Surya Inc. had built a respectable $2.7 million in sales. A decade later, revenues for the provider of rugs and home...
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Signs of Growth: NanoLumens Takes Digital Displays Global
Go into any high-end mall, casino, stadium, transit station, entertainment facility or convention center in this country and you might see huge LED displays designed and manufactured in Norcross by NanoLumens Inc. Now,...