Nov 4, 2025 - Executive Insights: Harnessing Excel for Strategic Analysis

Posted on: 09/01/2025

Live, In-Person Event – November 4, 2025

Are you ready to take your Excel skills to the next level and transform raw data into actionable insights? Join us on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the EA Ignite Conference in Nashville, TN, for an exclusive Executive Insights session:
Harnessing Excel for Strategic Analysis.

This live, in-person event is designed for business leaders, analysts, and decision-makers who want to leverage Excel’s most powerful tools to drive smarter strategies and better outcomes.

What You’ll Learn

In this hands-on session, you’ll discover how to unlock Excel’s full potential for strategic analysis. We’ll cover:

✅ Power Query – Automate data imports and streamline data preparation.
✅ PivotTables – Summarize and analyze large datasets with ease.
✅ Sorting & Filtering – Quickly find the insights that matter most.
✅ Conditional Formatting – Highlight trends and anomalies instantly.
✅ Data Cleaning Techniques – Ensure accuracy and consistency in your reports.
✅ Charts & Visualizations – Present data in a way that tells a compelling story.

Samantha Fournelle and Chris Menard at EA Ignite Conference in April 2023 — Samantha Fournelle, Event Project Manager at Diversified USA, and Chris Menard,
Microsoft Certified Trainer, at the EA Ignite Conference in April 2023

Why Attend?

Boost Efficiency: Learn time-saving techniques to work smarter, not harder.
Improve Decision-Making: Turn complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Stay Competitive: Gain advanced Excel skills that set you apart in today’s data-driven world.

Event Details

📅 Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
📍 Location: Renaissance Nashville Hotel, 611 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37203
⏰ Time: 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM and Repeats at 1:15 PM
🌐 EA Ignite Webpage: Executive Insights – Harnessing Excel for Strategic Analysis

Who Should Attend?

Executive Administrative Professionals
Administrative Assistants supporting senior leadership

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