Jim Goodnight

Editor’s note: With Veterans’ Day at hand, Jim Goodnight, co-founder and CEO of Cary-based SAS, writes in a blog post how his company strives to support military veterans transitioning to civilian jobs. SAS on Wednesday also announced a new program to offer free SAS courses at 14 military bases and vouchers for certification tests starting in June 18. The following blog was posted at LinkedIn and is reprinted with permission. CARY – A few weeks ago, SAS earned a top spot among the world’s best multinational workplaces. One of the reasons we remain on this list, as I mentioned...

Editor’s note: SAS earns special recognition in the latest sustainability report from Business Roundtable, being recognized as a global leader. As part of that report, CEO and co-founder Jim Goodnight spells out why sustainability is important to the Cary-based global software firm. Today, SAS is showing that commitment, hosting a Smart Cities event with elected leaders and staff from across the state. Dr. Goodnight’s letter in the Business Roundtable report is reprinted by WRAL TechWire in full with permission of the business group. CARY, N.C. – Since 1976, SAS has been a sustainability innovator through environmental, social and economic...