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Data Visualization and Storytelling Case Competition

March 4 @ 8:00 am – 7:30 pm CST

Students work in a small group at an Ivy College of Business case competition.

Analyze data, uncover insights, and create compelling visualizations

Earn cash prizes, enjoy free food, and connect with senior executives! 

Food insecurity is a problem that is often hiding in plain sight. For example, according to recent research, approximately one-third of students at Iowa State University are food insecure. Across Iowa, about 12% of the population is food insecure. In addition to individual hunger, food insecurity poses complex challenges for businesses, nonprofits, and policymakers seeking sustainable, scalable solutions.

In this case competition, teams will analyze datasets to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities to address food insecurity. Participants should apply data analytics techniques to interpret trends, assess local and regional variations, explore demographic differences, and to quantify the impact of potential interventions. Teams are expected to craft a compelling narrative that translates analytical insights into actionable business or operational strategies that improve food access.

The Data Visualization and Storytelling Case Competition is sponsored by the Ivy Business Analytics and Digital Strategy Forum.

Registration and team formation

  • The Data Visualization and Storytelling Case Competition is open to all Iowa State students. Space is limited to 45 teams.
  • Teams must consist of 2-4 participants. Individual registrations are not permitted.
  • Students may leave for class as needed.
  • Register by noon on Friday, February 27.

Prizes

Cash prizes will be awarded for each track:

  • First-place teams: $1,000
  • Second-place teams: $600
  • Third-place teams: $300

Schedule

Tuesday, March 3Business Café, 1147 Gerdin Business Building
4:30 – 5:00 p.m.Case released to teams during a casual reception in the Business Café.

Light refreshments will be provided.
Attendance is not required. The case will also be available in Canvas at 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 4Kingland Hub, 1450 Gerdin Business Building
8:00 a.m. – 2:50 p.m.Work time

Teams are welcome to work in the Kingland Hub or meet in other locations.
Coffee and other beverages will be provided in the Kingland Hub.
12:00 p.m.Lunch provided in the Kingland Hub.
2:50 p.m.Deadline to submit case in Canvas.
Please include your team number in the file name.
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.First round presentations
Teams present to judges at round tables in the Kingland Hub.
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.Final round presentations
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.Dinner and awards ceremony

Questions?

For more information about the case competition, please contact Wei Zhang, Kingland Faculty Fellow in Business Analytics and director of the Business Analytics and Digital Strategy Forum

Kingland Hub, 1450 Gerdin Business Building

2167 Union Drive
Ames, IA 50011 United States + Google Map

Notice of Photography and Media Recording

When you attend this event, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By attending this event, you consent to the possibility of your image and likeness being used in Ivy College of Business publications. That may include any of the college’s marketing materials, such as the website, social media, or other platforms.