United Parcel Service Inc. has appointed Kate Gutmann to succeed Wayne C. Herring as president of worldwide sales. Mr. Herring is retiring after five years in the post and 38...
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Georgia Connections Affected by Japan Earthquake
This story is part of GlobalAtlanta's exclusive Japan special issue. Click here to read more. While Georgia won't feel seismic activity from the 8.9 earthquake that sent tsunamis hurtling into...
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Law Firm Commits to Republic of Georgia
An Atlanta law firm that opened an outpost in the Republic of Georgia in February sees it as a key step signifying the firm's commitment to the country. Hall Booth...
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Mexican American Chamber Offers Legal Help
One of the services offered by the Mexican American Business Chamber is providing guidance to its members on legal matters. This service is very useful in the current climate of...
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Coke CEO Applauds Locke’s Appointment as China Ambassador
Coca-Cola Co. Chairman and CEO Muhtar Kent was among the chorus of business leaders who praised Commerce Secretary Gary Locke's appointment as the next U.S. ambassador to China Wednesday. Mr....
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Danish Firms Answer ‘Why Atlanta?’
When Michael Stentebjerg was sent to set up a one-man sales office in North America for Uhrenholt, a Danish food trading company, he considered living in most of the major...
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GolinHarris Public Relations Opens Office in Romania
The GolinHarris public relations firm has opened an office in Bucharest, Romania, to serve Eastern Europe and further expand its growing presence in Europe, Kathy Cosgrove, who heads the firm’s...
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Maersk Launches Savannah Service from Ecuador, Peru
The Port of Savannah has been added as a stop on a new Maersk shipping line from the western coast of South America to the the Atlantic coast of the...
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Dutch Firm Extends U.S. Reach With Atlanta Acquisition
A Dutch firm that designs exhibitions and interiors for trade shows, events and corporate offices has extended its reach in the U.S. by purchasing a company in metro Atlanta. Gielissen...
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Home Depot Canada Names Another New President
Home Depot Inc. has named a new president of its Canada operations for the second time in two months. The company announced March 8 that Bill Lennie will replace...