Traci Lawrence
With over 30 years of experience as an editor and proofreader, I bring a careful eye and a deep understanding of grammar and style to every project I touch. My role goes beyond ensuring reports are error-free—it’s about delivering clarity and precision. I’m also a writer, occasionally stepping into drafting reports myself, bringing the same dedication to language and communication.
My diverse experience spans complex reports, fiction, brochures, and websites, all of which have sharpened my ability to adapt to different writing styles and formats. With a B.S. in Business Administration – Marketing from the University of Maine at Machias, I approach every piece with a strategic mindset. As someone who’s always learning, I find exploring the nuances of the Syrian context particularly fascinating.
Who Are We ?
Karam Shaar Advisory is a limited-liability consulting company registered in Syria and New Zealand. We focus on Syria’s economy, with expertise covering macroeconomics, market and sector assessments, due diligence, compliance and sanctions, financial and banking activities, energy studies, aid and development, reconstruction, data analysis, and feasibility and investment-opportunity studies. Our services are tailored to meet the needs of international organizations, governments, businesses, donors, and NGOs. Led by Dr. Karam Shaar, who has over a decade of experience in the field, the stellar team has in-depth and unparalleled knowledge of the Syrian context, with skills ranging from economic research to data analysis, field assessment, KYC, OSINT, programming, and AI-driven analytics. We know how to inform decision-making and produce quality research recognized and published by world-leading think tanks and media outlets. With a team spanning Syria, Türkiye, Lebanon, New Zealand, the United States, France, Italy, and Germany, we never lose the connection to the ground and understand first-hand the needs of our clients inside and outside Syria.