thomas needs to ensure that black diamond complies with european union regulations in all its product areas. it also needs to comply with laws in countries around the world in its ski equipment business. the people he can ask for guidance about legal issues are part of his network. to increase his centrality in this network, he could: go on ski trips with attorneys and regulators to share a fun experience introduce regulatory experts to other product managers at black diamond build relationships with lawyers who do not know one another
