The saying goes, “Happy wife, happy life.” But employers are finding that workers’ domestic bliss — or lack thereof — can impact their own bottom lines. Managing the demands of […]
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 inManufacturing, Technology
The Future Factory Is Coming: Should You Fear or Embrace It?
While terms like artificial intelligence, machine learning, the Internet of Things and 3D printing mean different things for different people, they incite similar fears, that ushering in profound shifts in […]
Posted inBusiness, Diplomacy
Expert Says India’s ‘Time Has Come,’ but Does the World Agree?
India is realizing its place on the world stage in ways that it never has before; now it’s up to its peers to clear a more prominent seat at the […]
Posted inDiplomacy
From South to South: Atlanta’s British Consul General Headed to India in June
The top diplomat for the United Kingdom in the Southeast U.S. is headed to southern India June 6 after nearly five eventful years of service in Atlanta. Jeremy Pilmore-Bedford ends […]
Posted inBusiness, Technology
UserIQ Buys Indian Startup to Improve Mobile Offering
UserIQ, an Atlanta-based company that helps software firms guide customers through the use of their products, has acquired an Indian startup. The company’s purchase of Bangalore-based Appunfold will improve its […]
Posted inEconomic Development, Manufacturing
$15m Plastics Factory Hints at More Chinese Investment, Despite Trade Spats
With the U.S. and China locked in a tariff battle and total inbound Chinese investment falling precipitously over the last year, it may not seem like the most opportune time […]
Posted inCulture, Economic Development
CEO Interview: Atlanta Beltline Creates ‘Unique Culture’ for an Aspiring Global City
Editor’s note: Global Atlanta and GCIV this Thursday, April 19, will host a reception and Beltline crawl with Atlanta Beltline Inc. CEO Brian McGowan at New Realm Brewing to discuss […]
Posted inManufacturing
‘Made in the USA’ Celebrated in Gwinnett Manufacturing Awards
Perhaps a bit oddly for a county home to some 600 international companies, Gwinnett’s annual celebration of manufacturing and logistics was all about the U.S. this year. The Partnership Gwinnett […]
Posted inEconomic Development, Education, Manufacturing
Awards Ceremony: Georgia Manufacturing Strong, but Workforce Challenges Remain
Gov. Nathan Deal was adamant that the Georgia workforce is unrivaled; after all, he was riding in on a wave of optimism, having come in late from a new $22.5 […]
Posted inEconomic Development, Manufacturing
Brazilian-Owned Pistol Factory to Set Up Shop in Bainbridge
Updated at 1 p.m. with comments from Gov. Nathan Deal. A Brazilian-owned manufacturer of pistols and revolvers is setting up a $22.5 million factory in Bainbridge that will eventually employ […]