We're putting together a list of crowd-pleasing themes that will appeal to all our Analysts, Data Scientists, Engineers, and the Data Curious:
- The Future of AI & Machine Learning
- Data Visualization Best Practices
- Building a Data-Driven Culture
- Predictive Analytics & Forecasting
- Ethics in Data & Responsible AI
- Big Data Tools & Modern Data Stacks
- SQL Tips, Tricks & Performance Optimization
- Storytelling With Data
- Data Quality & Governance
- Using Automation to Reduce Reporting Workload
- Exploring Public Datasets for Fun Projects
- APIs & Integrations for Data Flows
- Using LLMs for Data Workflows
Event Itinerary:
(subject to change of course)
9:00 AM — Welcome & Networking Coffee
Light introductions, meet-and-greet, and warm-up discussion prompts to spark conversation.
9:30 AM — Opening Session: “The State of Data in 2025”
A high-level talk on trends, emerging tools, and where data is headed.
10:15 AM — Breakout Sessions (Choose One)
- Data Viz Deep Dive: How to Make Dashboards People Actually Use
- Predictive Analytics 101: Turning Trends Into Action
- Automation & AI: Let the Bots Handle the Boring Stuff
11:15 AM — Group Discussion Circle
Open conversation around challenges participants face in their roles.
12:00 PM — Lunch + Informal Topic Tables
Each table is themed (AI, SQL, dashboards, ETL tools, data engineering, etc.) so attendees can pick their interests.
1:00 PM — Workshop: “Hands-On With Public Datasets”
A fun, collaborative session exploring real datasets and uncovering unexpected insights.
2:30 PM — Fireside Chat: “Building a Data-Driven Culture”
Tips and stories from practitioners on how to influence decision-making with data.
3:15 PM — Coffee Break & Lightning Conversations
Speed-round discussions on hot topics chosen by attendees.
3:45 PM — Panel: “Ethics, Bias & Trustworthy AI”
Exploring responsibility and transparency in modern data work.
4:30 PM — Showcase: “Cool Data Projects Show & Tell”
Attendees share dashboards, tools, analyses, or experiments.
5:15 PM — Closing Remarks + Invitation to Join the Data Lovers Group
Wrap-up, appreciation, and a call-to-action to stay engaged.
5:30 PM — Optional Social Hour
Networking and fun conversation to end the day.
