Let Your Data Speak.

I help researchers, analysts, and organizations turn complex data into clear, compelling stories — through writing, teaching, speaking, and consulting.

Hi, I’m Jon Schwabish

I’m an economist turned data visualization advocate, helping researchers, analysts, and organizations communicate their data more effectively. Through PolicyViz I share tutorials, host the podcast, write books, and work with clients across sectors to make data communication clearer, more accessible, and more human.

How I Can Help

From design to teaching to speaking — here’s how we can work together.

Workshops & Training

Virtual and on-site workshops in data visualization, presentation design, and tools including Excel, Flourish, and R.

Speaking

Engaging keynotes and presentations on data visualization, presentation design, and data equity — tailored to your audience and event.

Data Visualization Design

Create better, more effective graphs, charts, and tables that communicate your data clearly and accurately.

Report Design

Transform dense reports and briefs into well-designed, readable documents that your audience will actually use.

Presentation Design

Move beyond bullet points and build presentations that engage your audience and make your data memorable.

Dashboard & Interactive Tools

Design dashboards and build custom web-based tools that let teams explore and interact with their data directly.

My Approach

Every project starts with a conversation. I want to understand your goals, your audience, and the story you’re trying to tell — before we talk about charts, slides, or tools.

From there I bring my background as an economist, my experience as a designer, and my years of teaching to help you communicate your work in ways that are clear, accurate, and engaging.

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Ready to Communicate Your Data Better?

Whether you’re looking for a speaker, a workshop facilitator, or a design partner — I’d love to hear from you.