Daniel Lathrop

Daniel Lathrop is an accomplished investigative journalist with a rich and varied experience in the field of data journalism. He is the full-time investigative reporter at The Des Moines Register where he works on stories that hold powerful people and institutions accountable. Lathrop has authored two books and is an international speaker on data journalism. He studied BA in Philosophy at Haverford College and holds a Certificate in Ethics and Economics from the Institute on Political Journalism.

Lathrop has an extensive professional background that includes working as a Technology Consultant and Freelance Journalist, Assistant Professor of Journalism and Media Informatics at the University of Iowa, Projects Data Editor, and News Applications Editor at The Dallas Morning News, Co-Founder at InvestigateWest, CAR Reporter at Seattle P-I, Database Editor, Assistant Database Editor, and Senior Researcher at Center for Public Integrity, Staff Writer at The Daytona Beach News-Journal, and Staff Writer at The Ames Tribune.

His experience in investigative journalism and data-driven stories has made him a sought-after speaker and consultant. He has a wealth of experience in data-driven storytelling, data visualization, information design, and data analysis. His work has been recognized through numerous awards including the National Headliner Award and the Investigative Reporters and Editors Award.