Dr. Joe Perez
Award-winning International Keynote Speaker / Senior Systems Analyst / 2021 Thought Leader of the Year / Fractional CTO / Innovation Specialist (Bringing Data to Life and Life to Data!)
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Dr. Joe Perez is a remarkable professional who has made an impressive impact on the world of IT, health & human services, and higher education. With advanced degrees in education, Joe started his career as an educator and continued to further his education by earning a doctorate in education with a double minor in computers and theology. His career focus changed to IT in the early 1990’s when he started working as a Computer Consultant at NC State University. Three promotions later, Dr. Perez ended his successful 25-year career at NC State as Business Intelligence Specialist when he took another promotion to become Senior Business Analyst at the NC Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) in the fall of 2017. Perez has since been promoted to Senior Systems Analyst and Team Lead, proving his ability to excel in any role he takes on. In addition to his full-time analytics/BI leadership role at DHHS, Joe was named fractional Chief Technology Officer at a North Carolina corporation in October 2020. A published author with more than 15,000 followers on LinkedIn and several professional certifications, he has consistently proven to be a much sought-after resource, highly-recommended international keynote speaker, data analytics & visualization expert, and specialist in efficiency and process improvement. Perez, a recipient of the IOT Industry Insights 2021 Thought Leader of the Year award, speaks at dozens of conferences each year, and continues to be in high demand to this day, expanding his reach into more than twenty countries around the globe, impacting thousands. As a result of his achievements, Joe has been inducted into the prestigious Thought Leader communities at DataManagementU, Engatica, Gartner, and the Global AI Hub. In addition, he co-hosts a monthly online talk show called Mind2Mind.
Dr. Perez's passion for teaching has never waned, whether as a speaker, workshop facilitator, podcast guest, conference emcee, or team leader; inspiring countless individuals to strive for excellence. He cherishes spending time with his wife and children, who he considers to be the "best things that ever happened to me." Besides being a gifted musician, singer, pianist, and composer, Joe serves as a speaker, interpreter, and music director for his church's Hispanic ministry. He even manages to publish a monthly military newsletter, The Patriot News, which has gained widespread recognition. His unwavering commitment to his community is an inspiration to all. To stay in shape, Perez hits the gym, and he loves watching Star Trek reruns to relax. "I'm a firm believer that if I'm not innovating, then I'm stagnating," says Joe. His devotion to innovation, his boundless energy, and his constant drive for excellence are the hallmarks of a truly exceptional individual, thus making Dr. Joe a perfect fit to inspire and engage your audience, leaving a lasting impact on your event.
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Avoiding Death by PowerPoint: The Four "Essential E's" of Dynamic Speaking
Are you tired of delivering presentations that fall flat? Do you dream of captivating your audience and earning a reputation as a thought-leader in your field? The truth is that effective communication is not just about what you say, but how you say it. A recent UCLA study found that a whopping 93% of our communication comes from nonverbal cues and tone of voice, with only 7% of the message relying on the actual content. This means that the time spent perfecting your delivery can be far more valuable than the hours spent developing great content. Yet, so often we see speakers droning on, reading their notes, and failing to connect with their audience. Watching paint dry is more interesting! Are you ready to break the mold, capture the attention of your listeners, and leave them wanting more?
At this session, you'll discover how to become a dynamic speaker that can revolutionize your communication style. With the four "Essential E's" of dynamic speaking, you'll be able to engage your audience, build credibility, and avoid the dreaded "Death by PowerPoint." But first, we'll take a quick look at the three personalities you want to avoid at all costs. Through this interactive session, you'll find out how to harness the power of nonverbal communication, connect with your audience on a deeper level, and make your message truly memorable. By the end of the session, you'll be equipped with practical tools and techniques to make a lasting impact in your presentations, and beyond. Your communication has the power to change someone's life, so let's make it count! Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your speaking style and become the thought-leader you were meant to be!
𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙗𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨: The participant/attendee will…
⋆ Explore and define techniques for improving delivery of presentation
⋆ Determine the most efficient way to adapt, adopt, or be adept
⋆ Identify and examine four desired outcomes (the “Essential E’s”) for one’s audience
⋆ Discover three undesirable personalities and resolve not to emulate them
Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
Albert Einstein's famous words, "Not everything that counts can be counted, and not everything that can be counted counts," offer a profound insight into the value of data. While the origin of this quote may be debatable, its message resonates with the challenges of the modern era. According to recent studies, the amount of data created in a single minute in 2021 far surpassed the amount of data created during Einstein's entire life. The question then arises: how can we harness all this data to make better decisions? To that point, in a 2018 Forrester survey of more than a thousand US companies, 91% of them said that data-driven decision-making was important to their business, while only 57% said they actually used data to make decisions in their business. In a world where data is abundant, should we not be using it to its full potential? This disparity calls for a critical evaluation of how we approach decision-making and challenges us to consider the implications of not leveraging data to its fullest extent.
How do we bridge this gap? What do KPIs have to do with ROI? How can we move from being in “data denial” to being data driven? Why should we care about leveraging data to its fullest potential? These are the pressing questions that need answers in today's world, and this session is ready to deliver. The four V's of Big Data offer a relevant framework for understanding the magnitude of the data we are dealing with, but what about the cognitive biases that often stand in our way? We'll explore three types of biases and how they can impede progress and innovation. Are qualitative and quantitative data really opposing forces, or can they work together for greater insight? Let’s capitalize on five best practices for driving business decisions with data, including how to LOOK, LINK, LISTEN, LEVERAGE, and LEARN. Discover how these practices can be a delight instead of a disaster, and ultimately, transform the way you think about data-driven decision-making.
𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙗𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨: The participant/attendee will...
* Recognize how to leverage both qualitative data and quantitative data in driving business decision-making
* Identify the three types of cognitive biases in big data and how they’re the enemy of opportunity
* Define the five best practices for driving business decisions with data along with the key words for each one (look, link, listen, leverage, and learn)
Bringing Data to L.I.F.E. and Life to Data
What does it mean to bring data to life? Does data take on a “LIFE” of its own, or does it have to be nurtured, prodded, refined, pushed, and pulled along the way? The challenge lies in turning raw data into valuable insights that drive action, innovation, and transformation. Marketing and customer experience expert Jay Baer once said, “We are surrounded by data, but starved for insight.” Although it has been said that exabytes of new information are generated on a daily basis, how much of that data is actually meaningful? Does volume necessarily translate into value? What vision can we bring to bridge this gap? We must go beyond the surface level, proactively push the boundaries of what’s possible, and actively breathe LIFE into data to unlock its true potential.
The untapped potential of data is costing businesses a staggering $5.2 million in revenue, according to a recent study of over 500 IT decision-makers in the US and UK. But the value of data is not in the numbers alone - it's in the business decisions they inspire. In this session, we will explore the four L.I.F.E. pillars of relevant data that will give your data meaning and impact. We'll blend left-brain logic with right-brain creativity to unlock powerful insights, drawing inspiration from a stunning example of data visualization ingenuity from the 1850s. But it's not just about answering the questions you know - it's about exploring the questions you don't know, turning obstacles into opportunities, and bringing data to life in a way that transforms your business. Are you ready to tap into the full potential of your data and drive real change in your organization? Find out how to turn obstacles into opportunities as you bring data to L.I.F.E. and life to data. Your journey starts here.
L.I.F.E. is an acronym for this presentation that stands for the four pillars of relevant data: Legacy, Integrity, Fervency, and Efficiency.
𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙗𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨: The attendee/participant will...
• Identify and evaluate the four L.I.F.E. pillars of relevant data
• Determine the importance of blending left-brain logic and right-brain ideas
• Recognize the value of answering known and exploring unknown questions
• Evaluate the knowledge acquired for effective communication of key insights
Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World: Cultivating a Climate for Paradigm Shift
If there's one thing the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us, it's that the status quo is no longer acceptable. As Machiavelli once allegedly said, "I'm not interested in preserving the status quo; I want to overthrow it." Now that the pandemic is mostly in our rearview mirror, it's high time to leave behind outdated ways of thinking and embrace innovation like never before. But how can we do this without sacrificing quality and security? That's where the three key words (Recognize, Resolve, and Respond) come in.
Join us for a transformative session on how to shift your paradigm, facilitate innovation, and become a catalyst for change rather than an antagonist. Discover the three types of flexibility in leadership and work/life balance needed to make it happen in the aftermath of COVID-19. This isn't just about adapting to the new normal - it's about taking charge and creating a better future.
You don't want to be remembered as someone who refused to change or adapt. It's time to break the cycle of insanity - doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Don't be a part of the problem; be part of the solution. This session is your chance to gain valuable insights and learn how to be a change-maker in your industry.
COVID-19 has shown us that personal space and hygiene are important, but there's so much more to be learned from this global crisis. Join us and discover how to recognize the need for change, resolve to take action, and respond with innovative solutions. Don't miss this opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge you need to lead in the post-COVID world.
𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙗𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨: The participant will...
⋆ Effectively RECOGNIZE characteristics and effects of change
⋆ Efficiently RESOLVE to take ownership of change (using 3 types of flexibility)
⋆ Enthusiastically demonstrate appropriate RESPONSES to embracing change
Leveraging Art and Science for Effective Data Storytelling: From Concept to Reality
Are you tired of creating beautiful graphs that only serve as decoration? Do you want to take your data visualizations to the next level and turn them into a powerful decision-making tool? Don't settle for flashy concepts that have no practical use; learn how to combine beauty with brains and make your data actionable with effective data storytelling.
Join us to identify ways of turning your data into a cohesive strategy for the short and long term. Explore the five "Stages of the Spectrum" and learn how to exploit both internal and external ideas to drive decisions with data. You'll see firsthand the difference between impact and influence, and how to make sure your data has a real effect on your business.
American mathematician John Tukey once said, "The greatest value of a picture is when it forces us to notice what we never expected to see." Let us show you how to capitalize on those unexpected insights and turn them into a competitive advantage. You'll discover how to catch the right blend of art and science, as you go from concept to reality, making sure your ideas become a reality, not just fluff.
In this session, you'll gain the skills and knowledge to create visualizations that drive decision-making and business outcomes. Don't settle for pretty pictures without impact; join us to uncover how to blend creativity with analytical thinking, thus leveraging art and science to make your data work for you.
𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙗𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨: The participant/attendee will…
⋆ identify and recognize the five stages of the visualization spectrum in data storytelling
⋆ determine how to leverage these stages into a cohesive data visualization strategy
⋆ discover the difference between impact/influence and how that plays into making data actionable
⋆ ascertain how the four-step iterative implementation cycle works: Deploy, Discover, Discern, Develop
The Madness Behind the Method (Teaching, Coaching, or Mentoring?)
Henry Ford famously said, “The only thing worse than training your employees and having them leave is NOT training them and having them STAY!” This powerful statement challenges you to rethink how you nurture and retain your talent. Do you pull or push your staff? Do you rely on adhesion or cohesion? Is your focus on attention (teaching), adjustment (coaching), or accomplishment (mentoring)? These are crucial questions that can make a difference in your professional development strategy.
To that point, imagine if you could train your employees in a way that not only improves their skills and performance, but also increases their loyalty and retention. Imagine if you could create a learning culture that fosters collaboration and innovation among your staff. Imagine if you could transform your professional development strategy from madness to method. Sounds too good to be true? It’s not. In this session, you will find out how to apply the “Mad Structural Matrix” to design and deliver effective and engaging learning experiences for your employees. The “Mad Structural Matrix” is a framework that helps you align your training with six key elements: emphasis, focus, goal, approach, summary, and relationship.
You will also discover how to balance three different professional development methodologies: teaching, coach, and mentoring for maximum effectiveness as you apply the Mad Structural Matrix framework. By using this framework and these methodologies, you will be able to create a relational mindset in your company that promotes cohesion and growth among your employees. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Join this session and explore how to take your training to the next level!
𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙗𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨: The participant will...
⋆ Determine how to improve one's approach to the education and retention of staff by understanding the differences among teaching, coaching, and mentoring.
⋆ Define the five components comprising the “Structural Matrix” of these three approaches (Emphasis, Focus, Goal, Approach, and Relationship) and how to leverage them for maximum effectiveness.
⋆ Differentiate between adhesion and cohesion when attempting to enhance knowledge sharing and closing skill gaps.
Strengthening the Reach of your Business Intelligence Landscape
Do you simply talk about your Business Intelligence strategy or do you act upon it? Have you turned a one-time hit into a real initiative? Are you so focused on the front end of your applications that you've lost sight of the foundation needed in the back-end infrastructure? How does your "spectrum" measure up as a whole; how far does it reach? Where does your focus lie; on breadth or on depth? Should it be on both? Is the sky really the limit?
Build Stuff Lithuania 2023 Upcoming
KEYNOTE: Bringing Data to L.I.F.E.
Summit of Things 2023 Upcoming
KEYNOTE: Creating a Data-Driven Strategy: The Right “S.T.E.P.”
Data Management ThinkLab Upcoming
KEYNOTE: Bringing L.I.F.E. to Data and Data to L.I.F.E.
SCCE Compliance & Ethics Institute 2023 Upcoming
Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
ProcureCon Indirect East 2023 Upcoming
KEYNOTE: Bringing Data to L.I.F.E. and Life to Data
CDOIQ Symposium Upcoming
Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
HCCA Research Compliance Conference Upcoming
Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
Techno Security & Digital Forensics Conference Upcoming
Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
The Studio Summit - Spring 2023
Lessons in Leadership
Building Business Capability
Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
BBAC Bluegrass Conference
KEYNOTE: Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
SCCE Compliance Institute 2023
Avoiding Death by PowerPoint: The Essential E's of Dynamic Speaking
Government Innovation Virginia
KEYNOTE: Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
Triangle UXPA Data Storytelling Workshop
Keynote workshop: Leveraging Brains & Beauty for Effective Data Storytelling
AI & Data Virtual Summit
Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
HCCA Compliance Institute 2022
The Madness Behind the Method
Government Innovation Texas
KEYNOTE: Topic TBD
Continuing Education Training Institute 2022
The Art of Innovation
ProcureCon Indirect East
Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
Developer Week 2022
KEYNOTE: Bringing Data to L.I.F.E.
20th International New Directions in the Humanities Conference
The Madness Behind the Method : Teaching, Coaching, or Mentoring?
IsraelClouds Summit
Leveraging Art & Science for Effective Data Storytelling
Transform Your Audit Summit
Data Analytics Audit Principles
DevOps Days Geneva
KEYNOTE: Driving Decisions with Data
PRSA Western District Conference
Facilitating Innovation for PR in a Post-COVID19 World
Triangle Business Analysis Development Day
Data Visualization Fundamentals for the BA: Blending Art and Science
CodeStock 2022
KEYNOTE: Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
Master Data Marathon 4.0
KEYNOTE: Bringing Data to L.I.F.E. and Life to Data
Ethical and Responsible AI
Keynote Panel on AI and Data Analytics
ProcureCon Contingent Staffing
KEYNOTE: Facilitating Innovation in HR
Other: Leveraging Beauty & Brains for Effective Data Storytelling
2022 Festival of Business Analysis
Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
The Studio Summit - Spring
Capitalizing on the Data Imperative
European Compliance & Ethics Conference
Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
Middle East CIO Summit
Facilitating Innovation: Cultivating a Climate for Paradigm Shift
Government Innovation California
Best Practices to Extract the Greatest Value from Public Sector Data
DevOpStars 2021 Global Summit
KEYNOTE: The Art and Science of Data Visualizations
IIBA Bluegrass Regional Symposium
KEYNOTE: Bringing Data to L.I.F.E. and Life to Data (Private Event)
AITP Regional Summit
KEYNOTE: Cultivating a Climate for Innovation (private event)
Field Service Connect Europe
KEYNOTE: Effective Change Management To Facilitate Innovation in the Aftermath of COVID19
KM World Connect 2021
Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
HoneyCon 2021
Driving Decisions with Data (virtual)
Ethics & Enterprise Assurance Leaders Conference
KEYNOTE (Private Event)
Frontier RTP Lunch & Learn Summit
KEYNOTE: Leveraging Brains and Beauty for Effective Data Storytelling
Expanding Education and EdTech Symposium
Strategic Educational Innovation in Practice
Scenic City Summit
The Beauty and Brains of Actionable Data
Digital Transformation Connect Virtual
Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
HCCA Compliance Institute
From Concept to Reality in Data Storytelling
ACMP Texas Conference
Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
AFCEA TechNet Symposium
Actionable Data for Military
IASA Midwest Conference
KEYNOTE: The Brains & Beauty of Data Storytelling
IASA National Xchange
KEYNOTE: Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
Code PaLOUsa 2021
Facilitating Innovation Strategically
ISACA Muscat Regional Symposium
Actionable Brains and Beauty of Data Storytelling
Product Management Today Web Conference
KEYNOTE: Leveraging Brains and Beauty for Effective Data Storytelling
IIBA Bluegrass Symposium
The Beauty & Brains of Effective Data Storytelling
19th International New Directions in the Humanities Conference
Cultivating a Climate for Paradigm Shift: Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
BluVector Cyber Symposium
KEYNOTE: The Beauty & Brains of Actionable Data (PRIVATE EVENT)
Small Business Expo Nashville
The Madness Behind the Method: Teaching, Coaching, or Mentoring? (ONLINE)
Predictive Analytics World Healthcare
(VIRTUAL) The Beauty and Brains of Actionable Data: From Concept to Reality
Healthcare Innovation Forum
KEYNOTE: Cultivating a Climate for Paradigm Shift and Innovation (ONLINE)
SAS Virtual Global Forum 2021
The Beauty and Brains of Actionable Data
International Conference on Information Management and Industrial Engineering
The Beauty and Brains of Actionable Data: From Concept to Reality
DevOps Pro Europe
KEYNOTE: Facilitating Innovation in a Post COVID-19 World
Data Summit Connect
OPENING KEYNOTE: The Beauty & Brains of Actionable Data
Enterprise Virtual Data World 2021
KEYNOTE: Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
Big Data / Actionable Insights Forum
ONLINE: Data-Driven Decision Making: From Concept to Reality with Beauty & Brains
DataScience GO Virtual 2021
KEYNOTE: The Beauty & Brains of Data Storytelling
UNC MBA Healthcare Analytics Forum 2021
KEYNOTE: Practical and Actionable Data Storytelling for MBA's
Master Data Marathon II
ONLINE - Driving Decisions with Data: Delight or Disaster?
NC HIMSS Springing into Informatics Symposium
KEYNOTE: The "STEP"s of Informatics (ONLINE)
IASA Exchange Lite 2021
ONLINE - From Conceptualization to Visualization
TEXAAN Virtual Conference 2021
ONLINE - The Madness Behind the Method: Teaching, Coaching, or Mentoring?
AFCEA Virtual Lunch Symposium
KEYNOTE: The Beauty and Brains of Big Data Storytelling
ConTEST NYC2020
ONLINE - Facilitating Innovation with a Paradigm Shift
DataCATED Confernce
ONLINE - Ten Minutes on Concept to Reality!
DevFest Siberia 2020
From Concept to Reality with Actionable Data
HIMSS NC Annual Conference
Data Storytelling in the Healthcare Industry
KM World Connect Virtual
Do you Facilitate Innovation or Frustrate It?
HoneyCon 2020
The Beauty and Brains of Data Visualization
Retail CIO Summit
Closing Keynote: The Beauty and Brains of Actionable Data in the Retail Industry
IIBA Business Analysis Professional Week
Strategizing with Data from Concept to Reality
Enterprise Data World
Online: How Data Visualization Makes Data Actionable
Building Business Capability (BBC 2020)
From Concept to Reality with Actionable Data
HCCA Hawaii Regional Healthcare Compliance Conference
Cultivating a Climate for Paradigm Shift
NCHICA Annual Conference
Online: Practical Applications of Actionable Data
2020 Tri-State SHRM Conference
The Madness Behind the Method (Teaching, Coaching, or Mentoring?)
8.8 Computer Security Conference
Opening Keynote: Facilitating Innovation in a Post-COVID19 World
18th International New Directions in the Humanities Conference
Cultivating a Climate for Paradigm Shift: Catalyst or Antagonist?
QUT Business Analytics Virtual Symposium
KEYNOTE: From Concept to Reality for Business Analytics
Continuing Education Training Institute 2020
Strategize with Data from Concept to Implementation
IEEE Digital Libraries Webinar
KEYNOTE: Practical Application for Actionable Data: From Concept to Reality
Applied Analytics Webinar (New Zealand / Online)
KEYNOTE: Visualizing and Reporting Data: From Concept to Reality
HCCA Compliance Institute Webinar
KEYNOTE: A Practical Application of Actionable Data
UNC MBA Healthcare Analytics Forum
KEYNOTE: Practical and Actionable Analytics for MBA's
SAS Global Forum 2020
Making Data Actionable: From Concept to Reality
BI+Analytics Conference
From Concept to Reality with Actionable Data
Convey UX 2020
From Concept to Reality with Actionable Data
Applied Data Visualization Healthcare Conference
A Visualization is Worth a Thousand Words - Data Storytelling in the Healthcare Industry (Opening Keynote)
FAME Conference (FL Association of Media Educators)
Making Data Actionable: From Concept to Reality
Cloud Data Summit 2019
Immerse yourself with the platforms which make modern Data Science and Machine Learning possible. Join your peers to see how their data platforms knocked down the old barriers and transformed how they work.
Association of Information Technology Professionals
Practical Application of Actionable Data (Keynote)
Global Innovation Summit
Embracing Change and Facilitating Innovation
MDM Data Governance Summit
Making Data Actionable: From Concept to Visualization
CDO Executive Summit
Cultivating a Climate for Paradigm Shift: Catalyst or Antagonist?
Premier CIO Forum
Cultivating a Climate for Paradigm Shift: Catalyst or Antagonist?
2016 AIR Forum
Best Practices for Institutional Data Responses to NSF Surveys
Dr. Joe Perez
Award-winning International Keynote Speaker / Senior Systems Analyst / 2021 Thought Leader of the Year / Fractional CTO / Innovation Specialist (Bringing Data to Life and Life to Data!)
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States