Mastering Data Visualization: Prove Learning Impact With Clear, Actionable Insights
Learning and development (L&D) professionals need to go beyond traditional metrics and prove the true value of learning initiatives. Our session focuses on using data visualization to clearly demonstrate learning’s impact on business outcomes. By integrating storytelling with data, we’ll show how to move beyond engagement metrics to actionable insights that leaders can trust. The purpose is to equip you with the tools to present learning’s impact with undeniable clarity and persuasion.
During this session, your speakers will guide you through the impact of transforming raw data into visual stories that resonate with business leaders. You’ll learn how to connect learning outcomes to tangible business metrics, demystifying data analysis and making it accessible, so that your next presentation becomes a compelling call to action.
This interactive session will provide insights on:
- Turning raw data into compelling visual stories that drive decision-making.
- Key metrics that matter for proving learning impact, from satisfaction to performance
- Tools and techniques for effective data visualization in L&D.
- Practical tips on presenting data to non-technical audiences for immediate decision-making business impact.
Speakers
 | Kate Hixson, Learning Strategist, WeLearn Learning Services Kate Hixson, Ph.D., designs things that help people learn. Over the last 15 years, she’s created learning experiences for multinational corporations, global non-profits, tech companies, higher educational institutions and everything in between. She has a Ph.D. in learning design, with her dissertation completed with NASA, where she designed teamwork training for the Astronaut Corps. From boardrooms to space stations, her expertise in learning design is truly out of this world. |
 | Loren Sanders, Learning Strategist, WeLearn Learning Services Loren Sanders is an author and visionary leader with over two decades of commitment to revolutionizing healthcare, human resources, and the personal development sectors. Often referred to as a “professional synergist”, her expertise spans diverse areas including organizational effectiveness, learning and development, talent acquisition, employee benefits and leadership development. Her book, “Empathy is Not a Weakness and Other Stories From the Edge,” has received numerous accolades across the leadership spectrum. At the heart of Loren’s work is a relentless drive to eradicate toxic leadership and behavior in the workplace. She pioneers development initiatives aimed at fostering a culture of inclusivity, belonging and psychological safety. Her dedication to enhancing corporate culture is evident in her innovative approaches toward talent development, service delivery, measuring impacts and collaborative relationships. Her strength in coaching individuals and teams has consistently resulted in improved organizational outcomes. |