Jeff Garvens took the reins of the San Antonio Manufacturers Association a little ahead of schedule but he is moving ahead with an agenda to increase participation among the group's diverse members. Known as SAMA, the non-profit organization provides continuing education and networking for its members but also serves as an advocate for issues that are important to manufacturers. Garvens, who is a partner with Shook Mobile Technology in Schertz, wants to create "pipeline of leadership" and a "pipeline...
