2027 Developing Data Analytics Capabilities Conference

The Carl Vinson Institute of Government's Georgia Data Innovation Hub (Data Hub) is hosting the 5th Annual Developing Data Analytics Capabilities Conference on May 12-13, 2027. This year's theme, "Building Your Data Neighborhood: Connecting Insights, People, and Impact," focuses on fostering a statewide community of practice for expanding and enhancing data analytics and data visualization. The conference will highlight collaborative efforts, offer educational sessions, and showcase best practices to empower state and local governments to build and sustain informative and innovative public sector analytics. The conference will benefit those involved in data-informed decision-making for state and local governments, universities, colleges, and school systems. Attendees can expect to learn innovative practices and core skills for effective data governance, best practices in data strategy, building data analytics skills, and innovative practices in data storytelling. Pre-conference workshops will include technical training on Power BI and Qlik, data management, evaluation, AI policy, and human-centered design. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with experts in the field, identify their organization's data readiness, and consider next steps for increasing their data analytics capabilities.