K2's Excel Charting and Visualizations (4 hours - morning) - Webcast

Overview

Charts and graphs are nothing new. However, many professionals struggle with building compelling visualizations. If that statement describes you, participate in this session to improve your skills in creating Excel charts and other visualizations. As a result, you will create visualizations to enhance your communication skills.

This session is much more than just a seminar on fundamental charts. Instead, in this session, you will learn how to create advanced charts that are interactive, dynamic, and aesthetically pleasing - three qualities that will help to ensure that your readers and audience will understand the data you are presenting. This seminar is a must if you want to improve your communication skills.

Highlights

Understanding the best types of visualizations to use in specific situations
Creating compelling visualizations using Excel
Adding interactivity to your Excel-based visualizations

Prerequisites

Fundamental understanding of creating charts in Microsoft Office applications

Designed For

CPAs and other accounting, financial, and business professionals who want to learn how to create more effective charts and visualizations in Excel

Objectives

Identify the types of visualizations that you should use to communicate specific messages
List the steps to creating compelling visualizations in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Identify options for creating interactive visualizations
Utilize Sparklines and Conditional Formatting to enhance visualizations in Excel
Identify options for linking Excel-based data and visualizations into Word and PowerPoint

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Leader(s):

Stephen Yoss, K2 Enterprises

Leader Bios

Stephen Yoss, K2 Enterprises

Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., MS, CPA, is a visionary CPA and the entrepreneurial mind behind Devmatics, LLC. Starting his tech journey at age 10, Stephen quickly progressed to establish his own IT company at 13 and began crafting software by 15. He holds a dual degree in Accountancy and International Business from Loyola Marymount, complemented by an Masters of Science in Information Systems and Technology with a focus on Geographic Information Systems from Claremont Graduate University.

At the helm of Devmatics since 2017, Stephen specializes in developing tailored software solutions, mobile apps, and sophisticated automation systems to solve complex, critical challenges for a variety of clients. His innovative approach to technology was first applied at his family's firm, Yoss & Allen, where he revolutionized their technological infrastructure.

As an authoritative speaker and prolific author, Stephen is a powerhouse in professional education, presenting at over 100 events annually and having authored more than 50 CPE courses. His sessions, packed with expertise and actionable insights, cover critical technology topics from cloud computing to preventing data breaches, artificial intelligence, automation, and empowering professionals across the globe.

Stephen's expertise in the realm of pyrotechnics is equally impressive. As a licensed pyrotechnician, he's contributed to some of the nation's most memorable fireworks displays, including the Macy's July 4th Spectacular and the Golden Gate Bridge's 75th Anniversary celebrations, the annual Burning Man event, and many other shows around the country. His precision and creativity illuminate the sky, showcasing his dedication to this explosive art form.

When he's not developing software, enlightening professionals, or lighting up the sky with fireworks, Stephen indulges in his passions for music, community service, and the great outdoors. His commitment to community and adventure is evident, whether he's at Burning Man or volunteering in his hometown of Big Bear Lake, CA.

Dive deeper into Stephen's blend of technological innovation, educational contribution, and pyrotechnic artistry at https://yoss.io.

(3/27/24)

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