Advanced Geospatial Mapping in Tableau
February 11 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
About the Event
Tableau’s default Mapbox maps are just the beginning. In this session, we’ll go beyond standard basemaps to explore how custom geospatial data files and shapefiles can dramatically expand what’s possible with mapping in Tableau.
You will learn how to work with spatial file formats, integrate custom boundaries and regions, and design maps that reflect real-world geographies that don’t exist in Tableau out of the box—whether that’s custom sales territories, service areas, historical regions, or non-standard administrative boundaries.
This session is ideal for Tableau users who want more control over their maps, need to visualize non-standard geographies, or want to tell richer spatial stories using their own geospatial data.
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
- Understand common geospatial file types used in Tableau and when to use each.
- Connect and import custom geospatial data into Tableau for mapping beyond built-in geographic roles.
- Layer geospatial data with business metrics to create insightful, data-driven spatial analyses.
- Design maps beyond defaults, including custom styling, boundary control, and map clarity best practices.
- Avoid common pitfalls in geospatial mapping, such as projection issues, granularity mismatches, and performance challenges.
If you can’t attend live, register and receive the recording.
Speaker
Lauren Cristaldi
Lead Consultant
Lauren Cristaldi is a data analytics and business intelligence professional with almost eight years of experience helping organizations transform data into meaningful insights. She currently serves as a Lead Consultant at XeoMatrix, where she partners with clients across industries to design and deliver impactful reporting solutions, streamline data processes, and drive strategic decision-making.
Prior to her current role, Lauren worked as an Information and Business Systems Analyst at the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, where she supported enterprise systems, optimized reporting, and developed solutions that improved accessibility and efficiency.
With expertise spanning data analysis, visualization, and system integration, Lauren thrives at the intersection of technical problem-solving and business strategy. She is passionate about uncovering insights that empower organizations to operate smarter and achieve their goals.
When she isn’t developing dashboards for her clients, she enjoys creating other dashboards on Tableau Public – she really loves Tableau dashboards. She also enjoys sailing around Charleston with her husband and their dog.