Session Schedule

Many of our workshops and technical sessions are offered in conjunction with conference programs, but we also provide one-on-one and custom programs. See our course catalog for the variety of sessions we offer.

Data Visualization Essentials

On May 27, 2025

This workshop is hosted by Women in GIS: Register here.

Communicating with data is a key aspect of GIS. This workshop will cover the essentials of how to use data visualization to communicate your project or research into a compelling story that resonates with your audience. 

You will learn best practices for presenting your data visually and telling stories that bring your data to life, such as:

  • how to create great data visualizations - from charts to maps
  • how to get your audience's attention (and keep it!)
  • how to effectively communicate with storytelling techniques
  • how to choose a color palette
  • how to ensure your charts and maps are accessible

This is a 2-hour workshop - find your time zone:

  • 10am to 12pm Pacific/AZ
  • 11am to 1pm Mountain
  • 12pm to 2pm Central
  • 1pm to 3pm Eastern

This workshop is hosted by Women in GIS: Register here.

Cost:

  • Free for Women in GIS members
  • $20 for early career professionals and students
  • $40 for Professionals

 


Speakers

  • Jami Dennis, GISP

    Jami Dennis, GISP

    Jami Dennis, GISP, is passionate about data visualization and helping others improve how they communicate through visuals. She teaches workshops on visualization, storytelling, and presentation skills.

    With thirty years of experience in GIS, socio-economic research, and data analysis, Jami brings a broad and deep skill set to her work. Her background includes expertise in GIS for transportation, database development, graphic design, and web development. She spent twenty-five years working in state and regional government in Arizona before before moving to private practice. Jami is the owner of Geodetic Analysis LLC, where she now provides GIS, data analysis, and data visualization services. She is also the author of GIS for Dummies (2nd Edition).

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