Sarah Biddle
Senior Manager, Analyst Relations
+1 919-272-1292 (mobile)
Sarah.Biddle@sas.com
February 26 - 28 | Cary, NC
A Global Analyst Conference
Fuel the Future: Spark New Insights
This exclusive event offers a unique experience. Connect with SAS executives, subject matter experts and customers through presentations, panels and one-on-one discussions. Discover the latest innovations from SAS and learn about our roadmap for continued innovation and sustainable growth. Gain a comprehensive understanding of how SAS delivers value to customers worldwide.
A personal note from
Jim Goodnight, CEO of SAS
Jenn Chase, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
We look forward to hosting you!
Conference highlights:
- Experience live demonstrations of the latest SAS® products and solutions.
- Hear directly from SAS customers about how they’re innovating, achieving better outcomes, and increasing productivity by using SAS.
- Connect with SAS product management, product marketing, and executive teams.
- Explore what’s on the immediate and long-term horizon for SAS.
- Enjoy Southern hospitality at our world headquarters, featuring on-site conference facilities, adjacent hotel access and a variety of optional social activities.
Agenda
FEBRUARY 26-28, 2025
26
WEDNESDAY
Arrivals/Registration
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception
and Dinner
The Umstead Ballroom
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Hospitality Bar
The Umstead Salon
9:00 p.m.
27
THURSDAY
Breakfast
Executive Briefing Center, Networking Hall
8:00 – 8:30 a.m.
Welcome, Corporate Strategy and Execution, and Technology Vision
Executive Briefing Center, Networking Hall
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Break
10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Platform Direction and Execution
Executive Briefing Center
11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Lunch, followed by Demos and Desserts
Networking Hall
12:15– 1:45 p.m.
Solutions Direction and Execution
Executive Briefing Center
1:45 – 3:00 p.m.
Models Direction and Execution
Executive Briefing Center
3:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Wrap-Up
Executive Briefing Center
3:30 p.m.
Break
3:30 – 3:45 p.m.
One-to-One Sessions and Demos
Executive Briefing Center
3:45 – 5:00 p.m.
Off-Site Dinner
Join us at the Carolina Exotic Car Club for a one-of-a-kind experience. Get up close to spectacular automobiles while touring the facility and enjoy the option of onsite driving simulators. It’s an evening you won’t soon forget!
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Hospitality Bar
The Umstead Salon
9:30 p.m.
28
FRIDAY
Breakfast
Executive Briefing Center, Networking Hall
7:30 – 8:00 a.m.
Cloud Managed Services
Executive Briefing Center, Networking Hall
8:00 – 8:25 a.m.
Go-to-Market Strategy
Executive Briefing Center, Networking Hall
8:25 – 9:15 a.m.
Executive Q&A and Wrap-up
Executive Briefing Center, Networking Hall
9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Break
Executive Briefing Center, Networking Hall
9:45 – 10:00 a.m.
One-to-One Sessions and Demos
Executive Briefing Center, Networking Hall
10:00 a.m. – Noon
Event Concludes
Noon
Conference Location
Executive Briefing Center
820 SAS Campus Drive
Cary, NC 27513-2414
USA
Hotel Information
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
100 Woodland Pond Dr.
Cary, NC 27513
Tucked among whispering Carolina pines on 12 acres of lakefront landscape in Cary, The Umstead Hotel and Spa is a singular, sophisticated triumph in North Carolina’s Triangle region.
Experience the only Forbes Five-Star Hotel in the state and enjoy breathtaking views, stunning art-filled interiors and exquisite dining in a setting where art, nature and wellness beautifully come together.
SAS will cover the cost of your room and tax at The Umstead Hotel and Spa during the official dates of the conference: check-in for Feb. 25 or 26, and check-out on February 28.
Any additional charges incurred are the responsibility of the analyst/customer.
SAS is pleased to provide analysts, customers, and staff with complimentary activities on Wednesday, February 26. Further details, including schedules and transportation, will be shared during registration.
Get a taste of Carolina
Experience the vibrant culinary scene of downtown Durham, NC, with our delicious food tour!
This tour offers a unique blend of social interaction and culinary delight as you stroll from one fantastic restaurant to another. Enjoy delicious and plentiful food and drinks while mingling with colleagues – seated alongside different team members at each stop.
Our tour guides will share fascinating insights about the local culture and history, ensuring everyone leaves with new discoveries and a deeper appreciation for Durham.
It’s the perfect way to explore downtown Durham while indulging in the city’s diverse flavors—join us for a fun and memorable outing!
Golf experience: Up your game
Join us at Prestonwood Country Club for a 90-minute golf swing clinic designed to elevate your game! Led by the expert teaching staff, you’ll focus on enhancing your full swing, refining your short game, and perfecting your putting technique.
After the clinic, put your new skills to the test with a round of nine holes on the stunning Prestonwood course. We’ll kick off with a shotgun start on the “SAS Loop” of the Highlands Course, giving you the perfect opportunity to practice your newly honed abilities. Get ready for a day of learning and fun on the greens!
Questions?
Questions about your registration? Please contact the event registrar.
Questions about the content? Please contact your primary SAS contact:
Carol Burniston
Analyst Relations Manager
+1 919-649-9810 (mobile)
Carol.Burniston@sas.com
Nanci Farrow
Analyst Relations Manager
+1 919-531-1702
Nanci.Farrow@sas.com
Lisa Bulls
Analyst Relations Manager
+1 919-737-8292 (mobile)
Lisa.Bulls@sas.com
Emily Irving
Analyst Relations Manager
+1 919-531-2158
Emily.Moore@sas.com
Angela Lipscomb
Influencer Relations Manager
+1 919-368-0097 (mobile)
Angela.Lipscomb@sas.com
Alex Coop
Analyst Relations Manager, Canada
+1 705-306-9574 (mobile)
Alex.Coop@sas.com
Thomas Maier
Analyst Relations Manager, EMEA
+49 173-3444882 (mobile)
Thomas.Maier@sas.com
Amar Vohra
Analyst Relations Manager, Asia Pacific
+61 417-686-135 (mobile)
Amar.Vohra@sas.com
Notice Concerning Training, Education, Food, Refreshments or Other Gifts Provided by SAS: At this event SAS will provide you items that may be subject to gift rules applicable for your organization. We respect these rules and encourage you to clear your receipt of these items with your organization. If you prefer, you may pay fair market value and receive a receipt for the items at sas.com/paysas.