For the sixth year, Global Atlanta worked with Christopher N. Smith, a Macon attorney and the honorary consul of Denmark in Georgia, to host the Global Trade and Investment Symposium, an annual look at how engagement with the global economy enriches Georgia from a business and cultural standpoint.
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Posted inTrade
Macon Symposium Focuses on Pluses of International Engagement for Georgia
At a time of growing upheaval in international relations, a symposium in Macon earlier this month yet again focused on the opportunities rather than the threats of cross-border connections.
Posted inSustainability
Books 2024: How a German Polymath Influenced Global Influencers to ‘Invent Nature’
While reading, I was constantly amazed by the way the glitterati of the time were entranced by Humboldt, who by all accounts simultaneously informed, impressed, bemused (and sometimes annoyed) anyone who came into contact with him.
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Books 2024: Layers of French Colonialism in Post-World War II Saigon
Connexion South is the presenting sponsor of Global Atlanta’s France Channel. Sign up here for monthly France business and culture updates. Book: The Wide World Author: Pierre LeMaitre Reviewed by: Phil Bolton, […]
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Atlanta Culinary Stars Shine in City’s Second Year in Michelin Guide
Four Atlanta restaurants gained single Michelin stars last month, bringing the city’s total of starred restaurants to nine in the second year it has been reviewed in the French tire firm’s renowned travel and dining guide.
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France’s Former Energy Minister on Balancing Ecology and Economy in the Green Transition
Roland Lescure may no longer be France’s energy and industry minister, but the parliament member representing French citizens living in the U.S. and Canada is continuing to fight for policies that balance ecology and the economy.
Posted inFrance
Beyond Business: Chamber’s Crystal Peach Awards Highlight Deep French Connections With Atlanta, Southeast U.S.
Attendees at this year’s Crystal Peach Awards gala weren’t in it for the suspense.
Organizers of the annual French-American Chamber of Commerce Southeast fundraiser had already revealed the winners long before guests started rolling up at the Cherokee Town and Country Club.
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After a Century With Coca-Cola, France Shares Formula for Investment Success
France has shattered stereotypes on its way to claiming the crown as the top recipient for foreign investment in Europe, Business France executives shared assiduously during an Atlanta seminar last week.
Posted inManufacturing
Manufacturing Forum: European Investors Overcome Obstacles, Grow in Georgia
Georgia has been a hospitable place to land, but recent expansions for three European manufacturers haven’t come without the standard headaches of cross-border business.
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French Warehouse Robotics Firm Doubles Down on Atlanta With Headquarters, Showroom
French warehouse automation innovator Exotec is doubling down on Atlanta, opening a new North American headquarters after reaching key sales and employment milestones in the market.