Volantio, the Atlanta-based startup whose software helps airlines better serve passengers and boost revenue, has landed a new partner in India. IndiGo, the country’s largest airline, has become the fifth airline […]
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 inDiplomacy, Economic Development
Departing Indian, British Diplomats Share Advice for Atlanta, Each Other
Maybe it’s something as simple as an iconic new tower, or perhaps it comes down to organizing more frequent and effective international trade missions. Either way, Atlanta needs to do […]
Posted inAirport City, Business
Delta Lauds Aviation Deal With UAE, Hints at New International Routes
Delta Air Lines Inc. is heralding a new agreement between the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates that it believes is the final blow in a fight to end what […]
Posted inBusiness
Delta’s European Tie-Ups Grow Deeper
Atlanta’s Delta Air Lines Inc. has signed a new agreement with two old partners across the Atlantic as part of a plan to link all three more closely together. Delta […]
Posted inBusiness, Trade
World Trade Day Completes Second Year as Catalyst for Trade Conversation
Fresh off its second annual event, the World Trade Day celebration in Atlanta is already starting to look toward a third year as the catalyst for a city-wide conversation about […]
Posted inNew Zealand
Rubicon Global, Atlanta’s Trash Unicorn, Rakes In More Foreign Cash
Atlanta-based Rubicon Global, a software platform and service provider designed to connect trash haulers with companies and governments, has landed another big infusion of foreign cash. New Zealand’s sovereign wealth […]
Posted inBusiness, Economic Development
Brazil ‘Rocks’ Another Big Trade Show in Atlanta
Coming off its successful presence at the poultry and processing expo in January, Brazil last week once again made a big bet on a major Atlanta trade show. This time, rather than […]
Posted inBusiness, Fintech, Payments, Technology
Atlanta Enjoys Perfect Storm for British Tech Investment
For the last two years, a perfect storm has been brewing across the Atlantic, whipping up ideal conditions for new British technology investment in Atlanta. Just as the Georgia capital got […]
Posted inBusiness, Trade
GDPR is Coming: If You’re Selling to EU Citizens, Here’s How to Be Prepared
Editor’s note: The European Union is an important market for many U.S. businesses, and now firms must comply with new EU data protection requirements by May 25 or face penalties. […]
Posted inBusiness, Trade
British Trade Commissioner: U.K. Laying Groundwork for Post-Brexit Trade Deal With U.S.
The United Kingdom may not be out of the European Union just yet, but that isn’t keeping the country from laying the groundwork for a future bilateral trade deal with the U.S. […]