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A Texas-Sized Community Conference
Posted on May 17, 2024 (Last modified on December 10, 2024) • 4 min read • 668 wordsClose Out May in Austin at this 'Can't-Miss' Conf.
As community conferences (aka Dreamin’ events) ramp up this time of the year, you’ll probably notice more and more Salesforce snapshots in your social feeds that give a glimpse of what these events are all about. In just two weeks Salesforce admins, developers, architects, marketers, and more will head back to the AT&T Executive Conference Center once again for Texas Dreamin’!
This year’s installment will bring Trailblazers back to Austin, TX, and kick off by hosting sponsors, speakers, and potential MVPs at a Speakers Reception between 6–8 pm on Wednesday, May 29th.
Let’s Dive In.
What to Expect (Weather Wise)
No matter the occasion, visiting a new city always calls for a quick check on the weather, so here’s what we’ve got in store for Austin, TX. A hot summer drive for those commuting from the local states but a nice “summer vibes” getaway for folks traveling from the Midwest or East. Either way, make sure to bring sunscreen, light comfortable clothes, and comfy shoes to keep you cool and focused.
The Agenda
After Wednesday’s activities, the agenda goes into full effect on Thursday, May 30th. The opening Keynote starts at 9 am and from there the event sessions, extended sessions, breakouts, and ongoing activities take place. If you need to update your headshot for the next interview, LinkedIn profile, or passport renewal then make sure to swing by the Headshot photo locations available each day.
Demo Jam
The “All-time Trailblazer Favorite” Demo Jam never fails to make its appearance at these community events and does so once again. The times are still up for grabs on the agenda but ISVs will go head-to-head to demo their Apps in 3-min intervals. Trailblazers will then have a chance to vote for their favorite to recognize and award a winner. Keep in mind that participants go above and beyond to create experiences that will be remembered for many years to come.
The Whova App, Takes Over Once Again
If this is your first time attending a community conference then you will quickly begin to familiarize yourself with the Whova App, which is your all-in-one event management platform. Download the App, connect with attendees, and join a meetup or group discussion from the palm of your hand.
Keynote Speakers
With any type of event, the main Speaker(s) or Keynote is always the talk of the event. Someone who people can resonate with and are interested in listening to what he/she/they have to say. This year it’s none other than Ann Weeby and Guilda Hilarie who are well known and established in the Salesforce ecosystem. Ann will kick off the opening ceremony while Guilda will be closing the event.
In-Person Networking Opportunities
Many attendees enjoy these types of community conferences because it allows them to connect with new and existing Trailblazers. With the transition to remote work, existing colleagues meet for the first time during these events. Wine, beer, and other drinks along with some appetizers and food may be served during the networking receptions so, enjoy some food and have a down-to-earth conversation with another attendee.
Meet Our Team
If you plan to attend make sure to add the sessions below to your agenda and say “Hello” to some of our team members. You may just learn something new.
May 30th
- 1:30 pm — Increase trust and security with automated testing.
May 31st
- 11:30 am — Developer Communication for Salesforce Admins
- 11:30 am — Keys to Successful Salesforce Partner Marketing
- 12:30 pm — Nouveau à Tableau
- 12:30 pm — Scale your internal support and customer service with AI-powered chatbots
And don’t forget to build your agenda with the full list of sessions right here!
What are you looking for?
Let us know what interests you the most at these community conferences to make sure we do our research and include them in our next installment.
Until next time keep working hard, smart, and happy. And we’ll see you in the cloud!