From Numbers to Narratives: Designing Data Visualizations That Speak Human

In the world of data and AI, discussions often focus on precision, speed, and scale — but clarity, context, and meaning are just as vital. Data visualizations are more than dashboards; they are interfaces for decision-making. In this talk, the speaker shares how his background in applied linguistics and storytelling shapes his approach to designing data experiences that resonate with people. From navigating fragmented data marts to translating machine-generated outputs into clear narratives, she explores how design can bridge the gap between raw data and real understanding. She also presents techniques for designing with data (not just around it) crafting user journeys that uncover insight and embedding trust, not just function, into every chart, metric, and filter.