ATLANTA, GA – (March 30, 2018) – The World Chamber of Commerce (WCC) is honored to appoint Honorary Consul to the Republic of Latvia to the State of Georgia, Kevin Casebier as new WCC Board Member. The WCC has chosen Consul Casebier to promote dialogue between Georgia and Latvia, and leverage an introduction to new business platforms. Consul Casebier is uniquely qualified to represent the WCC Board of Directors, as Consul of Latvia.
Consul Casebier has spent his career in commercial real estate, banking and executive staffing, and has worked on several global projects for Fortune 500 companies including Coca-Cola, BP Oil, Georgia Pacific, Hewlett Packard, and IBM Global. He is also a member of the Atlanta Consular Corp, a lifetime member of the American Latvian Association, and serves as a member of the Atlanta Council of International Relations, World Affairs Council of Atlanta, and International Council of Shopping Centers. Consul Casebier stated, “The World Chamber of Commerce, under Solange Warner’s leadership, has established a strong record of corporate and philanthropic service to local and global communities. I am honored and excited to have the opportunity to be a part of this great organization and assist in any way I can to achieve their goals. As an Honorary Consul to Latvia, I have a particular interest in promoting trade relations between Latvia and the state of Georgia.” The World Chamber of Commerce Founder and Co-Chairman, Solange Warner said: “The WCC is honored to welcome Consul of Latvia, Kevin Casebier as a new WCC Board Member. He will bring to the WCC a wealth of knowledge with his excellent background and capability to support the international business community. One of the WCC’s purposes is to support dignitaries, such as Consul Casebier, working collaboratively for global economic development, and to ensure the WCC programs and services run with a high degree of excellence.” Consul Casebier will work with World Chamber of Commerce leaders, which include U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young, President of Colombia, Alvaro Uribe, and other distinguished members of the board, to connect business leaders, investment teams, and help direct the company’s philanthropic resources to address the organization’s priorities. The World Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(3) public charity and nonprofit organization. The organization’s mission is to promote international trade and foster cultural and humanitarian exchange for the purpose of enhancing economic and social opportunities worldwide. The WCC actively works towards this purpose by developing initiatives such as the International Trade Process (WCC ITP), WCC International Trade Seminar Series, International Trade Heroes Award and Symposium, “Human Trafficking Awareness to Keep Our Children Safe” Campaign, Environmental campaigns, Global Matters TV Show (www.globalmatters.tv) and others. |
