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Keynote Speaking

Data-Driven Decisions.

Human-Centered Impact.

Inspire your audience to move from gut instinct to evidence-based action—clear, practical insights on analytics, AI, and storytelling.

Speaker Snapshot

Dr. Mary Dunaway is an Associate Professor, Fulbright Scholar, Tableau Academic Ambassador, and author of In Data We Trust. She translates complex analytics and AI concepts into plain language for executives, educators, policymakers, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs—so professionals leave energized and ready to act.

Associate Professor

Fulbright Scholar

Published Author

PMP Certified

Signature Keynotes

Select 1–3 topics tailored to your audience's needs

Demystifying Data Analytics for Leaders

Replace guesswork with a simple, repeatable approach to data-driven decisions—no coding required.

Building a Data-Driven Culture

Overcome resistance, align incentives, and make 'data for everyone' real.

AI, Ethically: Using GenAI Without Losing Your Judgment

Accelerate analysis and creation while guarding against bias, privacy risks, and overconfidence.

Policy & Entrepreneurship with Evidence

Use open data and lean metrics to validate ideas, measure impact, and scale what works.

Storytelling with Data: From Charts to Change

Craft persuasive narratives, choose metrics that matter, and design visuals that move stakeholders to yes.

What Audiences Gain

A clear, non-technical framework to turn questions into insights

Ethical guardrails for analytics and AI adoption

Ready-to-use prompts, checklists, and visual patterns to apply the next day

Motivation and momentum to build a culture of evidence

Available Formats

20-60 min

Keynotes

30-45 min

Fireside Chats

Half and Full day

Workshops

Custom 

Content and Briefings

Trusted By

Universities, public agencies, nonprofits, and growth-minded companies across the U.S. and Africa.

(Client list available upon request.)

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