When Sucheta Rawal told a friend of her plans to write a book on Japanese culture, Kazumi Fukumoto was wary. “I was a little bit afraid,” Ms. Fukumoto said, in […]
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, Technology
Georgia and Israel to Foster Joint Research With $2 Million in Grants
Georgia on Thursday signed an agreement with the government of Israel that will result in $2 million in grants for joint research and development projects between firms in the state and […]
Posted inBusiness
Retired Coke Exec Takes Home Georgia Hispanic Chamber’s First Lifetime Achievement Award
A retired Coca-Cola Co. vice president for Latin American affairs took home the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s first-ever recognition for lifetime achievement at a packed awards gala June 2. Rudy […]
Posted inBriefs, Business
GMS Becomes Latest Georgia Firm in Major Canada Deal
Tucker, Ga.-based GMS Inc., a supplier of gypsum wall board, has completed a $627 million acquisition of a Toronto-based competitor. The closing of the previously announced deal to acquire WSB […]
Posted inBusiness, Economic Development
Brazilian Aircraft Giant Embraer to Land in Macon, Employing 100 at Maintenance Hub
Editori’s note: Updated June 6 at 3:30 p.m. with comments from the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Development Authority and the Georgia Center of Innovation for Aerospace. Brazilian aircraft giant Embraer is […]
Posted inEconomic Development, Manufacturing, South Korea, Trade
Korean Solar Manufacturer to Create 500 Jobs in Georgia’s Carpet Country
A Korean firm will put a $150 million solar module factory in northwest Georgia by next year, creating 500 jobs in a segment of the state that still hasn’t fully […]
Posted inDiplomacy, Trade
Mexico’s Ambassador Talks NAFTA, Immigration With Gov. Deal
As NAFTA talks grew testier at the national level, Mexico’s ambassador to the United States made a friendly call on Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal’s office during a working visit to Atlanta […]
Posted inBusiness
Delta to Resume Nonstop India Flights Next Year
Delta Air Lines Inc. announced Friday plans to restart nonstop flights from the U.S. to Mumbai next year, a decade after it halted its short-lived foray from Atlanta to the Indian […]
Posted inConsular Conversations, Culture
‘It Starts With a Coffee’: How Conversation Can Help Investors Avoid Pitfalls in Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s easygoing lifestyle and laid-back, “pura vida” vibe has been a godsend for tourism, but it has sometimes had a negative side effect: turning off other investors accustomed to […]
Posted inDiplomacy
India’s Next Consul General in Atlanta: Diplomat, Doctor, Woman
When Consul General Nagesh Singh returns home this summer, India will send in his place its first female diplomat posted to Atlanta, a medical doctor by training and a more than […]