Daniel Lapidus
CEO & Head Data Storyteller
We're on a mission to democratize data storytelling
Founded in 2005, Datastory has grown from a small Swedish startup to a global platform serving organizations worldwide. Our journey combines cutting-edge technology with a deep commitment to making data accessible to everyone.
3 areas. Powered by one vision.
Since 2005, we've built cutting-edge technology that combines AI, open data, and intuitive design. Today, this powers our SaaS platform, drives our consulting projects, and fuels our mission to educate globally through Datastory.org.
Datastory platform
Our innovation hub for the no-code SaaS tool that helps you turn complex data into clear, impactful visuals.
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We help organizations communicate their data through tailored websites, applications, visualizations, and more.
Discover our services →Civic education
Datastory.org is an open-access knowledge hub co-created with researchers and data journalists.
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Two decades of innovation in data storytelling
What started as a collaboration with Hans Rosling has evolved into a comprehensive platform that serves organizations worldwide. Our journey reflects our commitment to making complex data accessible and actionable for everyone.
- Daniel Lapidus, Founder
2005
Hans Rosling collaboration
Founder Daniel Lapidus worked with Hans Rosling and Gapminder to pioneer new ways of understanding the world through data visualization.
2016
Datastory.org founded
Launched our non-profit to help organizations worldwide educate and drive change through the power of data storytelling.
2018
Datastory platform
Building on years of experience, we developed our platform that empowers organizations with cutting-edge tools for knowledge management and data visualization.
2020
Global expansion
Grew into a global team serving organizations across Europe, supporting critical data communication during unprecedented times.
2024
AI-powered innovation
Integrated cutting-edge AI capabilities and launched our Open Knowledge Graph, making data storytelling faster and more accessible than ever.
Our team
Meet the team behind the data stories
Rooted in Sweden, but shaped by minds around the world.
Patrick Wojda
Data Visualization Developer
Arek Mytych
CTO & Developer
Chris MacTaggart
COO
Victoria Gladkiy
Marketing Lead
Emmy Backström
Information Designer
Mohamed Shokr
Backend Developer
Ahmed Moneim
Software Architect
Hafsa Nefouci
Product Designer
Furkan Abay
Frontend Developer
Robin Linderborg
Data Journalist
Katie Skagerlind
CPO
Ari Bulas Cruz
Data Scientist
Alexey Duda
Software Engineer
Bruno Lourenco
Senior Product Design Engineer
Join us
Become a datastorian
Join a team of passionate data storytellers, designers, and developers who are transforming how the world understands complex information.
TESTIMONIALS
What our customers say about us
"Datastory has more than lived up to our expectations, and the team has been a delight to work with. We're thrilled about the Policy Tracker they have developed for us and can't wait to share it publicly."
Mark Bou Mansour
Head of Communication
"With Datastory's help we were able to make our research accessible to a much wider audience. Their enthusiasm for research communication and their very knowledgeable staff contributed to making this a very successful collaboration."
Christian Thomann
Associate Professor of Corporate Finance
"Datastory are knowledgeable, flexible, and fast as a supplier. We've really appreciated the creative dialogue and the fact that they often bring ideas that make the end result even better than we had hoped for."
Filip Kjellgren
Strategic Initiative Developer
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