Jim Fenton

Jim Fenton is a seasoned Principal Software Performance Engineer currently with SAS in the R&D Performance Benchmark Group since July 2020, focusing on big data, Hadoop, and large SAS infrastructure management within the Health & Life Sciences sector. With a robust background that includes over 20 years at SAS Institute, Fenton has contributed significantly to sales by supporting over $10 million annually and has co-authored three SAS Global Forum papers. Prior experience includes a role as a Senior Systems Analyst at Cessna Aircraft Company, where Fenton developed web-based analytical solutions for monitoring aircraft component reliability. Fenton holds a Bachelor's degree in Math, Computer Science, and Design from Wichita State University.