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 inArchive, Business

Georgia Creates Free Online Directory for Exporters

by Trevor Williams

Georgia companies looking to sell internationally now have one more tool to reach prospective buyers. On April 30 the state launched the Georgia Export Directory at www.georgiaexportdirectory.com. The website lists Georgia exporters...

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport
Posted inArchive, Business

Decade of Growth Lands RockTenn in Fortune 500

by Trevor Williams

Paperboard and corrugated packaging manufacturer Rock-Tenn Co. made the Fortune 500 listing of America’s largest companies on May 7, joining the prestigious ranking for the first time at No. 449....

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport
Posted inArchive, Business

Mayor’s Budget Includes Funding for International Affairs Office

by Trevor Williams

Two years, 80 inbound delegations and four overseas trips later, it might just happen. Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed‘s proposed budget for fiscal year 2013 includes funding for staff dedicated to managing the...

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport
Posted inArchive, Business

Surprise ‘Homecoming’ for German Chamber CEO

by Trevor Williams

She thought she’d put Atlanta behind her, but Martina Stegmeier wasn’t gone for long. The 31-year-old last year returned to her native Munich, only to find herself back in the Georgia capital this February. The journey is...

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport
Posted inArchive, Business

Global Connect Event Features International Terminal

by Trevor Williams

It was once again a soaring theme at Global Connect, a networking event that brought together Atlanta‘s international business community on May 3. Last year’s event drew more than 1,000 people...

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport
Posted inArchive, Business

Panasonic to Open Georgia Tech Research Center

by Trevor Williams

  A subsidiary of Panasonic Corp. plans to open a research center focused on automotive entertainment systems at the Georgia Institute of Technology. The Panasonic Automotive Innovation Center will be located at Centergy One building in Midtown and is...

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport
Posted inArchive, Business

Dress Rehearsal for Airport’s New International Terminal

by Trevor Williams

Everything went smoothly for Melva Brown on her first trip through the Atlanta airport’s new international terminal. The only way it could’ve been better? If she were really going to see Paris in spring. “I’m just...

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport
Posted inArchive, Business

Orkin Opens Second Chinese Franchise

by Trevor Williams

Bugs on the Chinese island of Hainan beware: the Orkin man is coming. Rollins Inc., the Atlanta-based franchisor of Orkin pest control services, has put its second Chinese franchise on the island, a popular...

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport
Posted inArchive, Business

Fleetcor Buys Brazilian Firm for $180 Million

by Trevor Williams

  Fleetcor Technologies Inc., an Atlanta-based provider of prepaid fuel cards and other payment services, has agreed to buy a Brazilian firm for $180 million. Acquiring CTF Technologies Inc. will give Fleetcor a foothold in one...

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport
Posted inArchive, Business

Sweden’s Elekta Moving Atlanta Headquarters

by Trevor Williams

Swedish medical device company Elekta AB is moving its North American headquarters in Atlanta in anticipation of increased growth. Fueled largely by developing countries, the company expects to hire 100 new workers in metro Atlanta over the...

This content is for Digital Supporter, Passport, Legacy Passport, Black Passport, and Partner Passport members only.
Login Join Now with a Digital Supporter Membership or Global Atlanta Passport