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MEET DESIGN

Commercial data, crafted into visual stories that drive decisions

The Challenge

With attention spans averaging just 8 seconds, information needs to be clear and instantly engaging, if it is to be valuable. 
 
Yet many organisations mistake compiling content with delivering insight – failing to consider vital user engagement.
Confused and frustrated man looking at bad examples of data design and data visualisation

Data Visualisation

Simplifying content and transforming your data into visually compelling stories drives impact, engagement and profits

A corporate annual report designed by Eight Second Network visualising insights from throughout the year

Our Expertise

We optimise your data for maximum impact 

Sales decks have to work hard to prove credibility, demonstrate expertise, and show clear relevance – yet too often they overload information and lose focus, diluting value and slowing buying decisions.

8 Second Network turns sales content into focused visual narratives that make your value clear, credible, and easier to buy.

Research reports are rich with insight but often buried in tables, charts, and dense commentary that make the real value hard to see. When stakeholders cannot quickly recognise what matters, findings are overlooked, action is delayed, and the value of the research, methodology, and budget can be questioned. 

8 Second Network brings research data to life through clear visual storytelling that makes insight visible, meaningful, and ready to act on. 

Corporate communications often carry complex, sensitive messages that must build trust, provide direction, and reinforce confidence – yet they frequently become text heavy and easy to ignore. When people cannot quickly grasp what matters, messages are misunderstood, engagement drops, and confidence weakens. 

8 Second Network transforms corporate communications into engaging visual stories that are easier to absorb, create empathy, and drive understanding and action.

Reports contain valuable research and business critical analysis that should inform confident decisions. But when insight is buried in numbers, dense commentary, and generic charts, leaders are forced to work too hard to decode what really matters, leading them to question the methodology and reliability of the conclusions.

8 Second Network turns reports into clear visual stories that surface insight, reinforce credibility, and make findings easier to understand and act on.

Proposals and RFP responses must prove relevance, originality, and commercial value in markets where clients are time poor and options are many. When strong thinking is buried in dense slides and familiar formats, evaluators struggle to see what sets you apart and scoring momentum is lost.

8 Second Network turns proposals into clear visual stories that highlight your thinking, align to client priorities, and make your value easier to select.

How we can help you…

Companies

Our PowerPoint compatible approach empowers you to present information more effectively, accelerating engagement, comprehension and decisions.  

Agencies

We empower Research, Marketing and Communications agencies to help their clients with our unique, memorable and engaging data driven content. 

Institutions

Academic bodies, charities and regulators create valuable snapshots of economies and populations. We unlock numbers to inform policy making and change lives.

Visualising information and insights means…

Reimagining products and services 

Our PowerPoint compatible approach empowers you to present information more effectively, accelerating engagement, decisions and revenues.

Optimising client services 

We empower Research, Marketing and Communications agencies to help their clients with our unique, memorable and engaging data driven content. 

Unlocking the power of data

Academics, charities and regulators create valuable snapshots of economies and populations. We unlock numbers to inform policy making and change lives.

Visuals aren’t just nice to look at -they’re what your brain demands!

Visuals aren’t just nice to look at
– they’re what your brain responds to best

Roxanne Pocha

Stories Director

“I'm excited by our ability to unlock the value within numbers, transforming raw data into actionable stories that drive informed decisions"

With over 25 years of senior marketing and communications experience in financial services, Roxanne has held pivotal roles including Head of Research, Director of Strategy, Marketing Director, and CMO. Notably, she launched her first website for Merrill Lynch in 1997, showcasing her forward-thinking approach long before digital was the norm.

Roxanne’s passion for data stems from her deep understanding of its commercial advantages. She’s driven by a belief that numbers and statistics, when presented clearly and thoughtfully, have the power to guide smarter, faster decisions.

Her entrepreneurial spirit flourished as she founded two successful startups, giving her firsthand insight into the challenges faced by business owners. This experience fueled her return to the financial sector as a marketing and business strategy consultant, where for the past 12 years, she has advised professional services companies, fintechs, startups, and regulators.

At 8 Second Network, Roxanne works closely with Dan Murray, Co-Founder & Design Director, to develop comprehensive communication strategies, craft compelling copy, and deliver high-impact productions. Together, they elevate customer experiences, transforming raw data and narratives into visual and emotional touchpoints that enable faster, more informed decision-making.

Dan Murray

Design Director

“Every design challenge is unique, it's about transforming ideas and data into memorable moments that forge powerful decisions"

Dan’s career has been defined by his passion for combining design, data, Ai and technology to create meaningful and measurable impacts on people, organisations, and profitability.

Graduating with first-class honours in Graphic Design, Dan quickly established himself in the corporate world, beginning his career at a bespoke research firm in London. Over the past decade, he has brought his creative expertise to leading companies across various industries, including renowned high street banks and fintech innovators.

Dan specialises in transforming established brands into dynamic and engaging entities, ensuring they resonate with modern audiences. He has also redefined how data is visualised and communicated, helping businesses tell compelling stories through design.
 
His portfolio spans high-profile projects, including brand revitalisation, digital campaigns, corporate websites, and the design of impactful live events.
 
At 8 Second Network, Dan applies his deep creative and technical expertise to deliver bespoke multimedia solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs. Collaborating closely with Roxanne Pocha, Co-Founder and Stories Director, Dan plays a pivotal role in crafting presentations and visual narratives that captivate and inspire.