DataCon 2025: Telling Impactful Data Stories

At Calgary DataCon 2025, we explored how data storytelling can bridge the gap between raw numbers and real-world action. Our presentation covered key principles—from finding quality data and designing clear visuals to crafting compelling narratives that drive engagement.

If you missed the session (or want to dive deeper), this post provides resources and tools to help you turn data into impactful stories.

🎨 Visual Design

• Coolors Visualizer – Preview your colors on real designs.

• FontSpace & Dafont – Browse free fonts for titles, body text, and annotations.

• Leonardo AI & Canva – Create and edit visuals for presentations and reports.

  
  

📊 Choosing the Right Chart

• FT Visual Vocabulary – A guide to picking the most effective chart based on your data type.

• FT Visual Vocabulary – Power BI Edition – Power BI version of the Financial Times chart selection guide.

  
  

📢 Storytelling & Engagement

• DataPost Website – Explore our projects and learn how we use data storytelling to drive impact.

• Volunteer with Us – Join our team and contribute your skills to data-driven projects.

  
  

Clear, well-designed data stories make insights easier to understand and act on. Have other go-to resources? Share them in the comments or tag us on LinkedIn!