"If we do our jobs correctly, we will go mostly unnoticed," said Farwell. "We are working to open new markets for our members. GAMA is hosting and co-hosting meetings with members of the Chinese government regarding matters of importance, such as standardization of products and protection of intellectual property rights. These are not random successes; these are the results of the guidance of the board of directors."
GAMA's board of directors share a responsibility to lead the organization as it advances the interests of its members beyond the reach of individual companies. Farwell provided the new leadership with some observations and challenges, too.