CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jer Thorp, Co-Founder, The Office for Creative Research and former New York Times Data Artist in Residence, has been confirmed as the Day One keynote speaker for the fourth annual PASS Business Analytics (BA) Conference 2016, held in San Jose, CA from May 2–4, 2016.
“Jer uses cutting-edge visualization techniques that make large volumes of data more accessible and allow data professionals to tell better stories,” said Jen Stirrup, PASS Board of Directors, Business Analytics Portfolio. “Jer’s work intersects research, technology, science, art and design and we are very excited that he has agreed to be our keynote speaker.
“We are also pleased to announce that Microsoft has returned as our Diamond Sponsor. The level of support we receive from an industry leader like Microsoft is a fantastic reflection of the reputation the conference has attained in such a short period of time,” said Jen.
The first wave of this year’s program from the call for speakers is now released. Community speakers and sessions selected by the program committee are from organizations including American Express, Data Inspirations, Pragmatic Works, Oregon Lottery, Think Data Insights, and storytelling with data. See the speakers here.
“In recent years, organizations have recognized the need to embrace data to stay competitive. Experienced BA and data analytics professionals are in high demand and short supply,” explained Jen. “And those entering the field are in need of the type of community and learning environment that PASS BA Conference attendees and PASS members enjoy.”
PASS BA Conference 2016 covers the essential skills and technologies required of today's in-demand business and data analytics professionals. It provides real-world, applicable learning that gives attendees immediate and direct means to benefit their organizations.
Complete an Early Bird Registration by November 8, 2015 to save $400. For more information and to register, visit http://www.passbaconference.com.
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About PASS
PASS is an independent, not-for-profit community organization dedicated to empowering data professionals who leverage Microsoft technologies to connect, share, and learn. With a global membership of more than 100,000 PASS enables networking, knowledge sharing, and peer-based learning through local and virtual chapters, online events, local and regional events, and international conferences such as the PASS Business Analytics Conference. For more information, visit the PASS website at http://www.sqlpass.org
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