Webinars

IACA Voting Incentive: Data Storytelling for Crime Analysts: From Static Charts to Compelling Narratives

Thursday, October 30th, 2025 @ 1100 Eastern Time

Instructor Kyle Richards

Analysts routinely examine vast amounts of data to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies. Communicating these insights effectively requires more than just presenting numbers and charts—stories are what capture attention and drive action. Without a clear narrative, even the most well-crafted visuals may fail to influence decision-making. This session explores how to transform static charts into compelling data stories that resonate with various law enforcement audiences, from command staff to patrol officers and community stakeholders.

Attendees will learn how to craft a narrative arc that moves from setup to insight and concludes with a clear call to action. We will cover the importance of choosing the right visuals to enhance, rather than distract from, the story and explore techniques for adding context, annotations, and emotional framing to highlight key insights. Participants will also learn how to adapt their communication style based on their audience, ensuring that the complexity and tone match the needs of decision-makers.

Through real-world case studies, attendees will be introduced to transforming raw data into powerful narratives that inform strategy and guide operations. A hands-on exercise will allow participants to analyze a static chart and apply narrative principles to create a more impactful story. The session concludes with a “Story Clinic,” where attendees can seek feedback on their own visuals and storytelling techniques.

By the end of this session, attendees will be equipped with practical strategies to craft data stories that not only inform but also inspire action. They will leave with a deeper understanding of how narrative framing, visual choices, and audience adaptation can elevate their analytical impact and provide backing to analyst recommendations.

Geolocation and Call Detail Record (CDR) Analysis Series 2025

Instructors Sarah Fletcher and Mike Winslow

The Geolocation and Call Detail Record (CDR) Analysis Series is a comprehensive webinar series designed to provide in-depth knowledge on analyzing call detail records and geolocation data across various telecommunications carriers. Each monthly session targets a specific carrier or application—starting with Verizon and moving through T-Mobile, AT&T, and other relevant technologies.

The series includes both analytical techniques and case studies, culminating in tools for visualization and courtroom preparation. Suitable for analysts at different levels, this series equips participants with the skills required for effective and advanced telephone toll analysis. 

Please note that the instructors will not be teaching based off a particular paid platform. The November session will discuss various paid and free options to assist with analyzing CDRs.

All CDR series sessions will be recorded; if you cannot attend the live session, we will provide the recording within 2 business days.  All registrants who are IACA members will receive Continuing Education Credits and you may request a certificate if you want one. For non-registrants, the recordings will be posted to the webinar library after 45 days.

Students can either “mix and match” individual sessions as necessary or can purchase a series pass for all 12 sessions at a 25% discount. If you join the series pass mid-year, the price will be pro-rated and you will also receive the recordings for the previous sessions without the 45-day waiting period. As of August 14th, the series pass is no longer available as we've completed 2/3rds of the series. The remaining sessions may be purchased individually using the registration form.

Click here for a detailed outline and class materials (which will be added as the year progresses.)

Most sessions are held at 1400 Eastern time on the 2nd Thursday of the month, but please verify specific dates.

• October 9th - Social Media and Apps Geolocation Analysis Part 2
• November 13th- Visualization Tools & Resources
• December 11th - Courtroom Prep

Completed Sessions (Available in webinar library for IACA members)

• January - Verizon CDR Analysis
• February - Verizon Case Studies
• March - T-Mobile CDR Analysis
• April - T-Mobile Case Studies
• May - AT&T CDR Analysis
• June - AT&T Case Studies
• July - Other Carrier Related Analysis - Tower/Area Dumps, Pings, etc.
  
• August - Cellebrite Device Locations
  
• September - Social Media and Apps Geolocation Analysis Pt 1 (available in library approx. October 19th)

Register for CDR Series