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The Journey Is Yours

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Welcome to SAS® Global Forum 2015!

You may have heard that in Texas, everything is bigger and better – and with this year’s forum in Dallas, it’s especially true. The conference lineup is big, and the experience will be better than ever.

At SAS Global Forum, we often say “the journey is yours” because there are countless ways to strengthen your area of expertise, and dozens more ways to soak up something new. Take this opportunity to engage, learn and explore like never before – and build your own journey throughout the event.

We have four remarkable keynote speakers you won’t want to miss: entrepreneur Jeff Ma, who inspired the movie 21, DataKind CEO Jake Porway, award-winning journalist Alan Schwarz, and author Marcus Luttrell.

And, with more than 500 sessions and 350 hours of content at SAS Global Forum, there is plenty of valuable information awaiting you here. None of this would be possible without our amazing team of volunteers, and I’d like to thank every one of them for their tremendous and tireless contributions.

Finally, I’d like to extend a big thank-you to our sponsors. Please visit each of them while you’re here to learn about the many products and services that add value to SAS software.

Enjoy your time here deep in the heart of Texas! At SAS Global Forum 2015, the journey is yours, and I encourage you to make it your own unique, memorable experience.

Sincerely,

Tyler SmithConference Chair

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Richard AllenPeak Statistical Services

John AmrheinMcDougall Scientific Ltd.

Bob BolenSouthern Co.

Nancy BruckeninVentiv Health Clinical LLC

Goutam ChakrabortyOklahoma State University

MaryAnne DePesquoBlue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Sue DouglassConsultant

Peter EberhardtFernwood Consulting Group Inc.

Zulfiqar HabibHabib Consultants Ltd.

Maribeth JohnsonGeorgia Regents University

Your SAS® Global Forum 2015 Conference Team

Erik LarsenIndependent Consultant

Pete LundLooking Glass Analytics

Rebecca A. OttesenCity of Hope

Jack Shoemakerd-Wise Technologies Inc.

Besa SmithAnalydata

Tyler C. Smith (Chair)National University

Diana SuhrUniversity of Northern Colorado

Stephanie ThompsonDatamum

Jennifer WallerGeorgia Regents University

Christianna WilliamsIndependent Consultant

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Agenda at a Glance

Saturday, April 25

1:00 - 4:00 p.m. SAS Certification Exams* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center – Level 2, Ballroom C1

1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Registration Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby D

1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Conference Concierge Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby D

Sunday, April 26

7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Registration Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby D

7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Children’s Book Drive Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby D

7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Conference Concierge Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby D

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Pre-Conference Tutorials* Convention Center – Level 1, D100 Rooms

9:00 – 11:00 a.m. SAS Certification Exams* Convention Center – Level 2, Ballroom C1

2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Academic Summit Convention Center – Level 2, Ballrooms A3 and A4

4:30 – 5:15 p.m. First-Timers’ Session Convention Center – Level 2, Ballrooms C3 and C4

4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Welcome Reception The Quad: Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall D

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. General Session: Opening Session Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall F

8:30 – 9:00 p.m. Dessert Reception (Immediately Following Opening Session) Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby F

*Denotes extra-fee event.

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Monday, April 27

7:00 – 8:00 a.m. Dining: Light Breakfast Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall E



7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Conference Concierge Convention Center: • Level 1, Lobby C • Level 2, Lobby D

8:00 – 10:00 a.m. General Session: Keynote Presentation and Technology Connection Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall F

10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Refreshment Break Convention Center: • Level 1, C100 Hallways • Level 2, Lobby Outside C Ballrooms

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The Quad Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall D

10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sessions Convention Center: • Level 1, C100 Rooms • Level 2, Ballrooms C3 and C4 • Level 2, The Quad, Exhibit Hall D • Hands-On Workshops: Level 2, Ballrooms C1 and C2 • Lunch Sessions: Level 3, Ballrooms D2 and D3

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Dining: Lunch The Quad: Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall E

2:15 – 3:30 p.m. Refreshment Break Convention Center – Level 1, C100 Hallways

2:45 – 3:30 p.m. Refreshment Break Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby Outside C Ballrooms

5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Charity Event Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby F

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Meetups Convention Center – Level 1, D100 Rooms

6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Customer Appreciation Mixer The Quad: Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall D

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Tuesday, April 28





8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Sessions Convention Center: • Level 1, C100 Rooms • Level 2, Ballrooms C3 and C4

8:00 a.m. – Noon Hands-On Workshops Convention Center – Level 2, Ballrooms C1 and C2

9:00 – 10:00 a.m. General Session: Broadcast of Executive Conference Keynote Presentation Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall F

9:45 – 10:30 a.m. Refreshment Break Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby Outside C Ballrooms

9:45 – 11:00 a.m. Refreshment Break Convention Center – Level 1, C100 Hallways

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Sessions Convention Center: • Level 1, C100 Rooms • Level 2, Ballrooms C3 and C4 • Level 2, The Quad, Exhibit Hall D • Lunch Sessions: Level 3, Ballrooms D2 and D3

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Quad Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall D

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Dining: Lunch The Quad: Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall E

1:00 – 2:00 p.m. General Session: Keynote Presentation Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall F

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2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Sessions Convention Center: • Level 1, C100 Rooms • Level 2, Ballrooms C1 and C2 • Level 2, The Quad, Exhibit Hall D

3:15 – 4:30 p.m. Refreshment Break Convention Center – Level 1, C100 Hallways

3:45 – 4:30 p.m. Refreshment Break Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby Outside C Ballrooms 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Meetups Convention Center – Level 1, D100 Rooms

8:30 – 11:30 p.m. Kick Back Party Convention Center – Level 2, Ballrooms A1-4

Wednesday, April 29


7:00 a.m. – Noon Children’s Book Drive Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby D



8:00 – 9:00 a.m. General Session: Keynote Presentation Convention Center – Level 2, Exhibit Hall F

9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Sessions Convention Center: • Level 1, C100 Rooms • Level 2, Ballrooms C1 and C2

10:15 – 11:00 a.m. Refreshment Break Convention Center – Level 2, Lobby Outside C Ballrooms

10:15 – 11:30 a.m. Refreshment Break Convention Center – Level 1, C100 Hallways

1:30 – 5:00 p.m. Post-Conference Tutorials* Convention Center – Level 1, D100 Rooms

*Denotes extra-fee event. This schedule is subject to change. Please visit sasglobalforum.com and the mobile app for the most up-to-date schedule.

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Conference Logistics Conference Dining

• A light breakfast will be provided Monday – Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. in Exhibit Hall E.

• Monday lunch will be available in The Quad from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. so that you may choose to attend sessions, sit down for lunch, take lunch with you or network at your convenience.

• Please be prepared to show identification at events serving alcohol.

• Tuesday’s lunch flow will be similar to Monday in The Quad, but will be served from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

• Breaks are scheduled throughout the conference and primarily at two locations. See the grid below for more details.

Break Times and Locations

Monday, April 27 Tuesday, April 28 Wednesday, April 29Level 1, C100 Rooms (Both Hallways)

Morning Break: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Afternoon Break: 2:15 – 3:30 p.m.




Level 2, C Ballrooms (In Lobby C)






Conference Hotel Shuttle Service DetailsYou can pick up shuttle schedules at the conference hotel front desks and at the Conference Registration desks. Limited shuttle service will be provided to and from the following conference hotels.

Route Number Hotel Boarding Location

1 Hyatt Trinity Crossing entrance

2 The Adolphus Field Street

2 Magnolia Guests walk to Adolphus Hotel – Field Street

2 The Joule Main Street

3 Homewood Suites Elm Street

3 SpringHill Suites Lamar Street

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Conference Concierge

New to SAS Global Forum this year, there will be Conference Concierge desks in two locations in the convention center to assist with your conference needs.

• Level 1 – Lobby C near sessions. This location will have content experts on hand during designated times to help you build the agenda that fits perfectly for you. See designated hours listed at each location.

• Level 2 – Lobby D near registration.

The Quad: Learn. Network. Eat. Socialize.

Formerly the SAS Support and Demo Area, The Quad is a casual and interactive space where users and executives gather, mingle, share and learn from other SAS enthusiasts. It offers tried-and-true favorites, like demos, as well as new features such as business strategy sessions, theater presentations, games and food. The Quad Hours

Sunday 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday Closed

Mobile App

Access the conference program on your mobile device.• iPhone® and iPad® users – search “SAS Global Forum 2015” in the App StoreSM.• Android users – search “SAS Global Forum 2015” in the Google Play store.• Blackberry, Windows, others – showcase.genie-connect.com/sasglobalforum.

Use the mobile app to help you make the most of your conference experience.

• Navigate the conference.• Connect with other attendees.• Provide feedback.• Be social.• Access conference programs. • Participate in the mobile app game.• Receive daily news. • Build your agenda.

Questions? Visit the Conference Concierge for more details and assistance.

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Wireless Internet

Complimentary Internet access is available during the conference for all attendees from Saturday, April 25, to Wednesday, April 29. If you have questions, please stop by the Conference Concierge desks.

• SSID/Username: SASEvents • Password: SAS1976

Staying Connected

Latest Updates From SAS® Global Forum 2015

• Keep up-to-date with the latest changes through daily emails.• Refer to the mobile app for the latest agenda and to help with conference navigation.

Other Ways to Connect

If you would like to meet with other conference attendees, use the mobile app to message them.

SAS Support Communities

Collaborate with SAS and other SAS users about programming, data analysis and deployment issues, tips and successes! Join the growing community of SAS experts who are sharing knowledge and best practices at communities.sas.com.

sasCommunity.org

Continue learning and networking all year long with sasCommunity.org, a collaborative online community for SAS users worldwide. Sponsored by the SAS Global Users Group Executive Board, sasCommunity.org was created by SAS users for SAS users. Here you can publish articles, upload presentations, find SAS code and join in peer-to-peer discussions.

Twitter – @SASsoftware; #SASGF15; #SASusers

Facebook – Facebook.com/SASUsersgroup

LinkedIn – Linkedin.com/groups/SAS-Users-Group

Blog – blogs.sas.com/content/sgf

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Quick Reference The Quad Hours

Sunday, April 26 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.Monday, April 27 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.Tuesday, April 28 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Wednesday, April 29 Closed

Registration Hours

Saturday, April 25 1:00 – 6:00 p.m.Sunday, April 26 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Monday, April 27 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Tuesday, April 28 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wednesday, April 29 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Conference Concierge Hours

Saturday, April 25 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Sunday, April 26 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Monday, April 27 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Tuesday, April 28 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wednesday, April 29 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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Join us next year April 19-21 in Las Vegas. 2016 Conference Chair: Jennifer Waller

2016IMAGINE. CREATE. INNOVATE.

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SAS Global Forum Executive Conference Program€¦ · Welcome to SAS® Global Forum 2015! You may have heard that in Texas, everything is bigger and better – and with this year’s