22-25 April 2026

Juliana Smith

Juliana Smith is a multi‑award‑winning data and reporting expert with a background in Physical Oceanography. For over 15 years she has explored the stories hidden within data, and since 2020 she has been leveraging Power BI to deliver scalable, high‑quality insights and data visualisations. Specialising in project controls analytics, Juliana translates complex cost, schedule, and performance metrics into clear, actionable insights that empower confident decision‑making. Her work is defined by a commitment to accessibility, precision, and purposeful design, bridging the gap between raw data and strategic impact.

Juliana Smith's Sessions

Accessible by Design: A Deep Dive into WCAG for Power BI DevelopersSQLBits 2026

Learn how to turn WCAG into practical Power BI design choices. Discover how small, native-visual tweaks in layout, colour, navigation, and text can reduce friction and create truly accessible, user-friendly reports.

Accessible by Design: A Deep Dive into WCAG for Power BI Developers (Part 2)SQLBits 2026

Learn how to turn WCAG into practical Power BI design choices. Discover how small, native-visual tweaks in layout, colour, navigation, and text can reduce friction and create truly accessible, user-friendly reports.

Accidental Data Lies: How Poor Visual Choices Can MisleadSQLBits 2026

Discover how charts mislead and how to design with integrity. From pie pandemonium to bias traps, learn to spot ‘data lies’ and craft visuals that inform, not deceive.

Beyond Red, Amber, Green: Building Colour-Accessible DashboardsSQLBits 2026

Learn why RAG colours exclude millions of colour-blind users and discover practical Power BI techniques, from WCAG contrast to accessible colour toggles, to build dashboards everyone can understand and trust.

Leading with Purpose: Using Ikigai to Shape Your Personal Brand and Influence in TechSQLBits 2026

Discover how the Ikigai framework helped me redefine my career, build a purpose-driven personal brand, and step into industry leadership. Learn how aligning strengths, values, and impact can elevate your influence in tech.

Small Changes, Big Impact: Accessibility Essentials for Power BISQLBits 2026

Learn how to apply WCAG principles in Power BI using native features. From colour contrast to tab order and keyboard navigation, discover practical steps to create more accessible, user-friendly dashboards.

Power BI Essentials: Visualizing Climate Trends with Real-World DataSQLBits 2026

Beginner-friendly Power BI workshop using real climate data. Learn data prep, modelling, DAX, and dashboard design through hands-on exercises. Build a full report visualising CO₂ emissions and temperature trends, no prior experience needed.

Ethos, Pathos & Logos: Aristotle’s Lesson for Ethical Data DesignSQLBits 2026

Discover how Ethos, Logos, and Pathos shape ethical, accessible, and persuasive dashboards. Learn practical techniques to strengthen credibility, improve understanding, and design inclusive data communication users can trust and act on.

Sampling Bias: When Data Collection Shapes the StorySQLBits 2026

This session explores how sampling bias subtly shapes data narratives. Through real-world examples, it highlights how design choices can obscure or reveal gaps, urging ethical, transparent communication in data storytelling.