Getting Started with Power BI for Excel Users

June
09
2026 (Tuesday)
Time 08:00 AM PDT | 11:00 AM EDT
Duration: 60 Minutes
14 Days Left To REGISTER
Id: 212473
Instructor
Allen Evitts 
Live
Recorded
Live + Recorded
Refund Policy

Overview

This introductory session helps experienced Excel users make the first confident move into Power BI. Participants will learn how Power BI relates to familiar Excel concepts, how to import spreadsheet data, how to prepare data with Power Query, and how to build a simple interactive report. The emphasis is practical: what changes, what stays familiar, and how to avoid early mistakes that make Power BI feel harder than it needs to be.

Why you should Attend

If your reporting process depends on fragile spreadsheets and repeated manual updates, your business intelligence is already carrying hidden risk

Areas Covered in the Session

  • How Power BI fits into the Microsoft data and reporting ecosystem
  • Key differences between workbooks, tables, queries, semantic models, dashboards, and reports
  • Importing Excel data and recognizing when the source workbook needs cleanup
  • Using Power Query to shape data before building visuals
  • Creating basic visuals, slicers, filters, and report pages
  • Publishing and sharing concepts without getting lost in administration
  • A beginner adoption path for moving recurring Excel reports into Power BI

Who Will Benefit

  • Excel Power Users
  • Analysts
  • Operations Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Department Coordinators
  • Small Business Owners

Speaker Profile

Allen Evitts is a seasoned project management professional with extensive experience in the field. With a career span of over two decades, Allen has successfully led numerous projects across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and construction. Allen's expertise lies in both traditional and Agile project management methodologies, making them a versatile and knowledgeable instructor. Allen has a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders. Their ability to organize, communicate, and lead teams has earned them recognition as a top project management consultant. Allen's approach to project management is rooted in practical, real-world experience, ensuring that participants in their webinars gain valuable insights and actionable skills.

In addition to their professional experience, Allen is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and holds certifications in Agile methodologies, including Scrum Master, and in Cybersecurity. Allen is also an active member of the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Allen's passion for teaching and mentoring has led them to develop and deliver comprehensive training programs that empower project professionals to excel in their roles. Their engaging and interactive teaching style ensures that participants not only learn the essential skills but also feel confident in applying them to their projects. Join Allen Evitts in the webinar "Organize, Communicate, Lead: Essential Skills for Project Professionals" to enhance your project management skills and lead your projects to success!
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