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Peachtree Corners Highlights Israeli Tech in Georgia
A July 11 networking event in Peachtree Corners highlighted nine Israeli firms developing and testing technology in Georgia, from newcomers proving the viability of smart-city devices to a decade-old brand […]
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Casting a Vision: SBA Exporter of the Year Spectrum Restores Sight Around the World
A political asylee from Colombia, Felipe Arroyave found himself at 19 years old working at a contact lens factory in Gwinnett County, trying to improve his lot through education.
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Delta Partners With Middle Eastern Carrier Yet to Operate a Flight
Delta Air Lines Inc. on Tuesday signed a partnership arrangement with a Middle Eastern startup that has yet to operate a flight. Executives from the newly formed Saudi carrier Riyadh […]
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Commerce Department Recognizes Software Firm for Breaking Into Middle East and Beyond
An Alpharetta software firm was honored by the U.S. Commerce Department for its pursuit of cross-border opportunities, most recently the opening of a customer experience center in Dubai last year. […]
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Georgia Firms Take Home Presidential Export Awards During World Trade Month
Two Georgia exporters and one bank with a significant presence in the Atlanta market were among the 64 entities honored with presidential awards for contributing to U.S. export success. The […]
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One Year In, Ethiopian Airlines Flight Unites Diaspora, Connects Atlanta to All of Africa
Ethiopian Airlines is the presenting sponsor of Global Atlanta’s Africa Channel. Subscribe here for monthly Africa newsletters. Ethiopian Airlines’ direct flight from Atlanta to Addis Ababa, which celebrates one year […]
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With Ramadan Over, A Call for Religious Sensitivity in the Workplace
If it were held later in the month of Ramadan, cross-cultural trainer Soumaya Khalifa may not have joined Global Atlanta’s March 12 discussion on managing global teams. Ms. Khalifa, founder […]
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In Solidarity With Israel, Kemp Signs Bill Defining Antisemitism in State Law
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Jan. 31 signed a bill defining antisemitism in state law, a victory for proponents who saw a similar effort fizzle during the 2023 legislative session. […]
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Israeli Consul General Slams Atlanta City Council’s Resolution Supporting Gaza Ceasefire
A few days before Thanksgiving, the Atlanta City Council weighed in again on the Israel-Hamas war, passing a 12-0 resolution in support of calls for a ceasefire voiced by The […]