Atlanta already has one Bollywood film to its credit, a flick shot by locally based Spitfire Studios and just released Sept. 15. But to attract more Indian movies looking to […]
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, Technology
Most Atlanta CyberCon Pitches Will Come From Foreign Companies
While Atlanta makes its case as a global hub for cybersecurity, seven companies from around the globe will be making theirs to the city’s top chief information-security officers. Seven of […]
Posted inDiplomacy
North Korea: Sanctions Can Work, But Is There Time?
With North Korea’s ballistic missile launch over northern Japan Friday, a familiar ripple of reactions made its way across the Pacific. First, there was condemnation, followed by calls for unity in […]
Posted inBusiness, Education, Law, Trade
UGA Law to Host Timely Conference on Future of Trade Deals
Trade policy was once the largely unseen domain of seasoned negotiators operating behind closed doors. But since the U.S. elections in 2016, the often-esoteric issue has been shoved firmly into […]
Posted inCulture
Cirque du Soleil’s Atlanta Return Promises a Dreamy Journey Through Mexico
Even after getting that stamp in your passport, traveling to a new country is always an exercise in interpretation; crossing the border doesn’t an expert make. That’s certainly true […]
Posted inBusiness, Travel
Despite Delta Feud, Qatar Airways Filling Seats on Atlanta Flights
A Delta Air Lines executive once snidely remarked that Qatar Airways would have trouble filling planes from Atlanta to Doha, but a year into serving the city, the Middle Eastern carrier […]
Posted inBusiness
Savannah Port Weathers Irma With No Water Damage
The Port of Savannah, the fourth busiest container port in the country, weathered Hurricane Irma with no water damage, according to the Georgia Ports Authority. The river reached its maximum […]
Posted inBusiness, Culture
Japanese Consulate Seeks Georgia Leadership Program Applicants
Local Japanese-Americans interested in learning more about their ancestral culture and burnishing their leadership skills can apply to join a delegation to the country next March. The Japanese American Leadership […]
Posted inBusiness
Crosswinds Are the Culprit for Delta’s Irma Cancellations
As Hurricane Irma barreled through the South, Delta Air Lines Inc. announced 800 flight cancellations from its main hub in Atlanta. That was no surprise, but the airline in an […]
Posted inDiplomacy
Consulates Respond to Irma As Storm Moves Into Georgia
Update: Notes from Taiwan’s local office added at 4:47 p.m. on Sept. 11. Haiti information added at 5:37 p.m. Belgium’s effort has been updated as of Sept. 12 at 4:28 […]