The top government official from China’s Shaanxi province will lead a business delegation to Atlanta July 12, headlining an investment and trade forum that will include companies in the technology, […]
Author Archives: Trevor Williams
As managing editor of Global Atlanta, Trevor has spent 15+ years reporting on Atlanta’s ties with the world.
An avid traveler, he has undertaken trips to 30+ countries to uncover stories on the perils and promise of globalization.
A lifelong Bulldog, Trevor earned degrees from the University of Georgia in Magazine Journalism and Religion, with a minor in Chinese.
He is the father of three sons and editor of the book "Making Men: Five Steps to Growing Up."
Posted inBusiness, Economic Development
Going Dutch: Why Atlanta Companies Can’t Stay Away from Holland
Editor’s note: Below is a commentary written by Esther Smith, director of the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency’s Atlanta office. The piece was submitted before Global Atlanta broke the news that […]
Posted inBriefs, Business, Fintech
South African Fintech Firm Picks Atlanta for North American Headquarters
Entersekt, a financial technology firm based in South Africa, has opened a new North American headquarters in Sandy Springs following its success landing major customers in the metro Atlanta area. The company […]
Posted inBusiness
Commentary: How to Make the Most of Your Israel Business Trip
Editor’s note: Conexx, the American Israel Business Connector, each month posts a leadership message from one of its executive committee members. In the June edition, staffing executive Todd Porter explains why traveling to Israel […]
Posted inBusiness
Q&A: Dutch Consultancy Helps Blends Supply Chain, Relocation Expertise
Editor’s note: The Netherlands-American Chamber of Commerce Southeast, based in Atlanta, publishes a monthly interview spotlighting one of its members. In June, the organization caught up with Allison Turner, who previously headed up […]
Posted inDiplomacy
More than Red, White and Blue: Consulates Help Airport Celebrate Independence Day
Fourth of July travelers always see a good dose of red, white and blue in Old Glory while in transit to Independence Day celebrations around the nation. That won’t change […]
Posted inBusiness, Diplomacy, Economic Development
Netherlands to Establish Atlanta Consulate to Deepen Economic Ties With Southeast U.S.
The Netherlands is set to open a consulate general this fall in Atlanta to promote the country’s interests in five states in the Southeastern U.S., its fifth such diplomatic office […]
Posted inBusiness
Argentine Chamber in Atlanta Gains New Life
The Argentinian-American Chamber of Commerce of the Southeast in Atlanta is being revived thanks to a newly appointed board of directors aiming to capitalize on the country’s recent economic optimism. While Argentina has […]
Posted inDiplomacy, Law
UN Official: Risk of Nuclear Conflict Grows As Diplomacy Declines
In a tense world running short on diplomacy, the likelihood of nuclear war could be on the rise for the first time since the Cold War, a top United Nations […]
Posted inDiplomacy
New British Consul General Arrives From Greece
Atlanta’s new British consul general started on the job June 5, fresh off four years as deputy head of mission and economic counselor at the British embassy in Athens, Greece. […]