Thank you for attending The Premier Business Leadership Series conference this year in Las Vegas. You can relive and share much of the conference content from http://www.sas.com/events/pbls/2009/las-vegas/index.html, including keynote videos, Twitter stream and blog posts. Read what the press had to say about the event, too, at http://www.sas.com/news/mediacoverage/indexByDate.html. Thanks again for attending, we hope to see you again!

If you are interested in spending some time with other attendees, speakers, or thought leaders, while you are in Las Vegas, be sure to contact your Account Executive to schedule a "Talking Point" meeting. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from the experts and gain insight on wrestling with issues, challenges, and opportunities in today's marketplace. For more information: http://www.sas.com/events/pbls/2009/las-vegas/talking-points.html

I am a big fan of Dan Ariely, the Behavioural Economist who wrote 'Predictably Irrational: Who would you have liked to see on on the agenda, or what topic?

Adam Kutyma: Besides Dan Ariely, who is also on my top ten list, I would like to see Robert J.Shiller, author of "Animal Spirits", explaining behavioural economy on macro level.

Ken Bland: Thanks Adam. I agree Dan would be a great keynote speaker. I have tried to secure him a number of times. One day. Thanks again for the suggestion as he is on my short list.

Start building your conference agenda! You can add to your Outlook calendar the breakout sessions and other activities that you want to attend. To create your personalized schedule ("My Schedule"), click on the "Calendar" link at the top of this page in the gray navigation bar. To add a session/activity to your schedule, click on the green plus sign next to the session or activity you want to attend. Once you finish choosing your sessions/activit... [read more]

Just a heads up for those of you who may not be aware, but Thornton May will be participating in this year’s conference. He also has a much anticipated new book coming out in early October….”The New Know: Innovation Powered by Analytics”. Amazon allows you to flip through some of the content ... great stuff!! Check it out!! http://www.amazon.com/New-Know-Innovation-Analytics-Business/dp/0470461713/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1253294940... [read more]

I'm really looking forward to hearing Malcolm Gladwell Live. I've read all his books, but have never heard him live. He does an amazing job of highlighting insights of human behavior that aren't always obvious, but always thought provoking. Check out this CBS interview. Has anyone seen him Live? Thoughts? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSRu6CaJd_g&feature=related

I am really looking forward to seeing Martha Rogers: Who are you most looking forward to hearing speak at the conference and why?

Michael Coppotelli: In addition, I'm really looking forward to Tom Davenport and Thornton May, both of whom have new, highly anticipated books set for release in the next several months. I believe Thornton's is out in October, and Tom's in January (don't quote me on tha... [read more]

I am particularly interesting in how business analytics can improve marketing effectiveness: what would you like to learn more about from the conference?

We have a great line up for the Series - Las Vegas and hope that you will take advantage of all that this event has to offer. Networking is a key part of the Series as this allows you to share and learn from your peers no matter what industry you may work. Please be sure to visit the conference web site as we continue to update with new information.