Moore Impact: The Darla Moore School of Business Podcast

Folks Center Director Amy Thomson

Episode Summary

The Folks Center for International Business at the Darla Moore School of Business is under the leadership of a veteran international commerce professional, Amy Thomson. In this episode she shares her business experience, the Folks Center's mission, a preview of an upcoming event, and a sneak peak at the next Center fellow arriving in April.

Episode Notes

S2 E10 Amy Thomson and the Folks Center for International Business

• Host
  • Dr. Kasie Whitener, Clinical Assistant Professor, Management
• Guest
  • Amy Thomson, Executive Director, Folks Center 

Amy Thomson’s career spans the South Carolina Department of Commerce, the US Department of Commerce, and offices in China, Taiwan, Korea, India, Germany, and Japan. She is the Executive Director of the Darla Moore School’s Folks Center for International Business and she came on Moore Impact to preview the American Power and Global Disruption event happening on March 26, 2025.

Topics include:

• Amy’s career in international commerce
• Examples of South Carolina companies that are international
• The impact of policy and tariffs on South Carolina businesses
• Opportunities to engage with the Folks Center for business owners
• Student experiences with the Folks Center
• Upcoming event on American Power and Global Disruption
• Incoming fellow and future guest Christina Ahmadjian

Learn more about Amy Thomson here.

Learn more about the Folks Center here.

Learn more about the Moore School here.