Workshop A: Mastering data visualisation: A critical skill for Executive Assistants
Friday 8 August 2025, 8.30-11.30 am
In today’s data-driven business landscape, Executive Assistants play a crucial role in supporting their executives with insightful analysis and compelling communication. This workshop empowers EAs to harness the power of data, enabling them to create meaningful analyses that drive informed decision-making and enhance their executive’s effectiveness. By mastering these skills, you can transform raw information into actionable insights, providing a solid foundation for strategic planning and execution.
Moreover, this workshop focuses on elevating your ability to support their executive in crafting impactful communications for stakeholders. As the gatekeeper of information, you are uniquely positioned to synthesise data into clear, persuasive narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. By improving your data analysis skills, you can contribute to more engaging presentations, reports, and other communications that effectively convey key messages and drive stakeholder engagement.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be equipped with the tools and techniques to not only analyse data more effectively but also to translate those insights into powerful communication strategies. This enhanced skill set will enable you to become an indispensable partner in your executive’s success, driving better decisions, fostering stronger stakeholder relationships, and ultimately contributing to the organisation’s overall performance.
Workshop outcomes
- Enhancing executive decision-making through clear, impactful visual representations of complex data
- Streamlining communication with stakeholders by creating professional, visually appealing presentations
- Improving project management efficiency by effectively illustrating progress, timelines, and key metrics
- Developing proficiency in data visualisation tools and software to stay competitive in the evolving EA role
About your Workshop Leader
Lachlan McKenzie, Managing Director, White Box Analytics
Lachlan is the Managing Director of White Box Analytics, a Data Analytics Consultancy specialising in data visualisation and delivering valuable data-driven insights to clients. Building his portfolio across 20-plus years in business intelligence, including roles with leading Australian data consultancy Quantium, Lachlan’s expertise includes database management, coding, descriptive and predictive analytics, dashboard and report development and more, all with a creative and commercial mindset. Underpinning Lachlan’s depth of experience and high level of expertise is his attainment of a Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Laws, and Master of Supply Chain Management