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 New Zealand-based limited-liability consulting company. We focus on Syria’s economy and politics, covering topics ranging from macroeconomics, monetary economics, energy, aid, conflict economics, actor mapping, and sanctions. Our services are tailored to meet the needs of international organizations, governments, NGOs, and the private sector.
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 and political research to data analysis, field assessment, KYC, OSINT, programming, and AI-driven analytics.
We know how to influence policy and produce quality research recognized and published by world-leading think tanks and media outlets. With a team spanning various control areas within Syria, Türkiye, Lebanon, New Zealand, the United States, France, and Germany, we never lose the connection to the ground and know first-hand the needs of those trying to empower Syrians abroad.