SAS users groups are run by SAS users, with support, but not directives, from SAS. During my 15 year tenure in the SAS users group program, I’ve seen up close how important user feedback is in helping to improve the conference experience. Typically we gather feedback informally in presentation sessions and in the exhibit and demo rooms. This year however, we’re formalizing the feedback opportunity by offering two special focus group sessions to explore your ideas for SAS Global Forum 2011 and regional/special interest SAS users group conferences.

Refreshments and free gifts will be provided for those that participate, but hurry, because space is limited. These sessions are a great opportunity for both new and veteran conference attendees to share ideas and provide feedback to conference planning teams. Your opinion does counts, and you can help make a difference.