You’ve been asked to “pull together some data” to help your organization make a decision.  Where do you start?  How do you present your findings in a compelling, persuasive way?

Attendees will be invited to participate in hands-on activities where they will:

·       Discuss the importance of data and the various forms of data analysis

·       Practice five steps to create a compelling visualization of data

o   Understand the context

o   Choose the visual display

o   Apply key design principles

o   Avoid misleading visualizations

o   Create and deliver a “data story”

Small groups will have the opportunity to create a data story using a case study.  Groups can volunteer to pitch their recommendation in a “Shark Tank” style format at the end of the session.  Feedback and improvement tips will be shared with the volunteers.

So…will your “investors” be in or out?

Participants may choose to use a laptop with Excel and Powerpoint for their presentations, but it is not required.