A federal court in Atlanta on Wednesday ordered the local U.S. Customs and Border Protection office to speed up the release of documents related to the treatment of travelers during the early days […]
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 inBriefs, Business, Payments, Technology
BitPay’s $30M Raise Will Help Fuel Asia Expansion
BitPay, the Atlanta-based fintech company that bridges merchants and cryptocurrencies, has raised a $30 million Series B round that will fuel its expansion into Asia and into new avenues like […]
Posted inBriefs, Business, Manufacturing
AGCO Celebrates Big 2017 With Global Holiday Greeting
One of Atlanta’s Fortune 500 giants is leaving little doubt about its international inclinations this holiday season. AGCO Corp., which sells farm equipment under a variety of brands including the […]
Posted inExport Stories 2017, Manufacturing, Trade
NAECO’s Golden Touch: Aided by Exporting, Metals Manufacturer Preps to Expand
NAECO’s company explainer video has a few parts that make its founder especially proud. In an effort to sum up some of the Peachtree City-based company’s key products — metal switches […]
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Coke Makes BIG Leadership Changes as Irial Finan Retires
Coca-Cola Co.’s Bottling Investment Group, or BIG, has announced a major a leadership change as Ireland native Iriel Finan prepares for retirement Dec. 31. Mr. Finan is stepping down as […]
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Australian Software Firm Officially Moves North American Hub Into Atlanta
Deputy has had a North American base in Atlanta for awhile, but this week, the Australian employee management software firm moved its offices into the city proper as it continues to grow rapidly.
Posted inBriefs, Business, Education
14 Host Families Needed for Japanese Students in March
The Japan-America Society of Georgia is seeking 14 families to host college students coming to Atlanta next March on a 16-week study tour.
Posted inBusiness
Atlanta’s Arby’s Plans 50 New Restaurants in Egypt
Atlanta-based Arby’s is planning to open 50 new restaurants in Egypt with a local franchisee, starting in 2018. The fast-food chain signed a development agreement with Vantage Egypt for Tourism […]
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Ghana Women of Georgia Celebrate 10 Years of Impact With Gala
What started as an expat brainstorm at a Decatur coffee shop is now celebrating 10 years of impact in West Africa. Formed as a gathering place for local women hailing from […]
Posted inBriefs, Education
Technical Colleges See Results From Irish Program
Ten students from two Georgia technical colleges spent two weeks in Ireland this summer through a new exchange partnership announced earlier this year. Seven students from North Georgia Technical College […]