Powerhouse speaker lineup unveiled for SAS Innovate 2025

Register today for the premier data and AI conference, May 6 – 9 in Orlando, Florida 

SAS, a market leader in data and AI, announced today a dynamic lineup of speakers for its flagship conference, SAS Innovate 2025, taking place May 6 – 9 in Orlando, Florida. The conference will bring together technical users, business leaders and SAS Partners to explore the latest advancements in AI, analytics and data science, and hear from some of the brightest minds in tech, business and leadership.

“SAS Innovate 2025 is set to be an unforgettable experience, featuring a lineup of keynote speakers who will share their unique perspectives and insights with attendees,” said Jennifer Chase, Chief Marketing Officer, SAS. “This year’s conference will feature thought-provoking insights from industry luminaries, inspiring success stories from leading organizations, and hands-on training opportunities to empower attendees with the skills they need to drive data and AI innovation.”

Inspiring and dynamic speakers

SAS Innovate featured speakers include:

• Satya Nadella and Jim Goodnight: Two tech visionaries – Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella and SAS Co-founder and CEO Jim Goodnight – will come together at SAS Innovate 2025 in a special, prerecorded session to explore the future of AI and technology.
• Brené Brown: A renowned researcher and author, Brown will explore the intersection of vulnerability, courage and leadership. 
• Frank Abagnale: A renowned fraud prevention expert and former con artist, Abagnale will offer valuable insights into cybersecurity and identity theft in today's digital age.
• Alfonso Ribeiro: The iconic actor and television host will bring his charisma and entertainment to the stage. He will be joined by pioneering DJ and music producer DJ Jazzy Jeff to contribute musical vibes.

AI in action

More than 3,000 business leaders, technology experts and industry giants will converge at SAS Innovate to learn and be inspired about the future of data and AI. Through more than 200 breakout sessions, industry workshops, one-on-one meetings and networking events, attendees will discover how to transform their businesses with data and AI.

Attendees will also hear from executives at some of the world’s most innovative companies about how they are tackling real-world challenges with technology, including: Truist, Georgia-Pacific, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, Lockheed Martin, Epic Games, Liberty Mutual, Macy’s, Procter & Gamble, Wells Fargo and many more.

New to SAS Innovate this year are Solution Connects for Risk & Fraud, Health Care & Life Sciences, IoT and Customer Intelligence. These unique sessions will offer deep-dive learning, networking and sharing opportunities for attendees.

Check out the SAS Innovate 2025 agenda with industry and tech specific session information.

Register today!

Registration for SAS Innovate 2025 – a one-of-a-kind experience for business leaders, technical users and SAS Partners – is now open. Visit the SAS Innovate website for more information and register by March 14 to save $200 off the standard rate.