If you’re looking for a way to make your business more competitive, now may be the best time to look into exporting for a variety of reasons. First, with 95...
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Atlanta Native Selected as Israel Chamber President
Atlanta native Shai Robkin, a dual Israeli and U.S. citizen with extensive business experience and cultural contributions here and in Israel, has been named as the new president of the American-Israel Chamber of Commerce Southeast. Mr. Robkin will...
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Chinese Heavy Equipment Maker Sany Hit With Patent Complaint
Construction equipment manufacturer Sany America Inc., a Chinese subsidiary that has a $60 million plant in Peachtree City, has been accused by a Wisconsin-based competitor of infringing on patents dealing with a newly introduced line...
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Newell Rubbermaid Commits to E-Commerce
Atlanta-based Newell Rubbermaid Inc. announced on June 17 that it would be investing in its e-commerce capabilities under the direction of Jeremy Liebowitz, who has been appointed to the new position...
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Global Aviation Holdings Names CEO
Global Aviation Holdings Inc., a Peachtree City-based provider of chartered flights for passengers and cargo, has named a new chief executive. John Graber, a former pilot and an executive with a...
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Bridges Built on Africa Innovation Trip
A group of self-described “geeks” from Atlanta has returned from a two-week Africa innovation trip with contacts and ideas to spur more engagement with the continent. Led by GeniusCorps founder Faruq Hunter, an Atlanta-based entrepreneur with a...
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Thompson Hine’s Atlanta Office Strengthens International Practice
Two Atlanta attorneys with international practices have joined the local office of Thompson Hine LLP as partners, the firm announced on June 12. Roy E. Hadley Jr. is joining the...
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Atlanta Franchisers Look to Taiwan and Beyond
A young population of 23 million in a democracy with a growing appetite for U.S. fast food has Atlanta-based franchisers looking to take cinnamon rolls, sandwiches and chicken wings to Taiwan. Focus Brands Inc. and Wing...
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Immigration Reform: The Pros and Cons for Global Companies
As the U.S. Senate voted 82-15 to formally debate immigration reform in Washington, some of Atlanta’s foremost immigration attorneys were discussing the possible impact of the legislation on Indian nationals...
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Buckhead Solar Firm Finds Partner for Latin American Projects
Buckhead-based Renewvia Energy Corp., a solar power development company, announced on June 11 that it is partnering with an Argentine financier and developer to seek out solar projects in Latin...