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Transform Your Data Storytelling Skills. Join the Bluegrass IIBA Chapter for an engaging evening featuring special guest author Dr. Joe Perez as he discusses his groundbreaking book, "From Numbers to Narratives that Transform Businesses: Harnessing the Power of Data Visualization." Are your data presentations falling flat? Do your insights get lost in spreadsheets and charts? Discover how to transform cold numbers into compelling stories that drive real business decisions. This session is perfect for business analysts, data professionals, project managers, and anyone who needs to present data effectively to stakeholders. Whether you're a visualization novice or seasoned analyst, you'll walk away with actionable strategies to elevate your data storytelling. Tuesday, December 16, 2025 | Virtual Event | 6PM - 8:0 PM EDT | Special Guest Author: Dr. Joe Perez, Author of From Numbers to Narratives that Transform Businesses: Harnessing the Power of Data Visualization. Presented by Steph Hawkins, Vice President, Community Engagement and Outreach, Bluegrass IIBA Chapter

Dr. Perez will share practical techniques that blend analytical thinking with creative storytelling to help you:

    •    Craft visuals that capture attention and communicate complex ideas simply
    •    Build narratives that connect data to business outcomes
    •    Turn information into action through strategic data presentation
    •    Master the psychology behind effective data communication

Dr. Joe Perez is known for his unique approach that bridges the gap between technical data analysis and business communication. His methods have helped organizations across industries make more informed decisions and drive meaningful change.

Don't miss this opportunity to transform how you communicate with data!

Our Special Guest Author: Dr. Joe Perez, Author of Numbers to Narratives that Transform Businesses.

 

  Dr. Joe Perez is a powerhouse in the IT and education worlds, with 40-plus years’ experience and a wealth of credentials to his name. From Business Intelligence Specialist at NC State University to Senior Systems Specialist/Team Leader at the NC Department of Health & Human Services (and Chief Technology Officer at CogniMind), Perez is at the forefront of innovation and process improvement. With more than 21,000 LinkedIn followers and a worldwide reputation as keynote speaker, data management/analytics expert, and award-winning author with multiple #1 new release books, Perez is a highly sought-after resource in his field. He speaks at many conferences each year, reaching audiences in over 20 countries across the globe and has been highly-ranked by prestigious Thought Leader communities. He was recently inducted into the United Nations Global Network of Data Officers and Statisticians and was selected to be a Distinguished Fellow in the Public Sector Network's Future Government Institute. When Dr. Joe is not working, he shares his musical talents and gives back to his community through his involvement in his church's Spanish and military ministries.  

 

Presented by: Steph Hawkins, Vice President, Community Engagement and Outreach, Bluegrass IIBA Chapter
 
Stephanie Hawkins, MSIA, CISA is the Vice President of Community Outreach and Engagement for the Bluegrass IIBA Chapter. She has over 25 years of experience in the Information Technology field focusing on enterprise IT transformation, business analysis, project management, data governance, IT risk, and controls. She holds a Master's degree in Information Assurance (MSIA) from Walsh College and is a Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA).

 

 
 
 
 
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