You Too Can Speak at TND 2026!

Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Have you ever thought about speaking at a Dreamin’ event but weren’t quite sure where to start? Whether you’ve presented before or this would be your first time, True North Dreamin’ 2026 is your chance to share your story, teach what you know, and connect with others who love Salesforce as much as you do.

We’re now accepting session proposals for next May in Toronto — and we’d love to hear from you!

Why Speak at a Dreamin’ Event?

Dreamin’ events are about community — and every presentation starts with someone who wants to help others learn, grow, or try something new. Presenting is a great way to:

  • Share lessons learned and practical tips others can use.

  • Highlight an interesting project, feature, or use case.

  • Build your confidence and grow your personal brand.

  • Give back to the same community that helped you along the way.

You don’t need to be a professional speaker to make an impact. You just need a story, a challenge you’ve overcome, or an idea that could make someone else’s day a little easier.

Let’s hear from some of our TND’25 speakers:

“I spoke at TND last year and it was an outstanding experience. My career would not be where it is without the Community and speaking at events like this is my way to give back and teach others what I have learned. It is also a great place to learn from other world class speakers and an opportunity to network with people whose paths I wouldn’t have crossed without this event” — seasoned speaker Aaron Crear

“Delivering my session at True North Dreamin was one of the highlights of my 2025 year. If you’re considering applying to be a speaker, don’t hesitate! It’s a friendly, encouraging environment where you’ll gain confidence, share your knowledge, and grow both personally and professionally. There’s always someone eager to learn what you have to share. I’m deeply thankful to the True North Dreamin community — and especially to Kathy — for believing in me and making this experience so special.”  — first time speaker Sally ElGhoul

 

2026 Themes and Tracks

We’re planning a lineup that reflects the full range of the Salesforce ecosystem. When submitting your proposal, you’ll be asked to select the theme or track that best fits your session:

  • Admin & Builder – Automations, flows, reports, dashboards, management, configuration tips, marketing and account engagement .

  • Architect & Technical – Design patterns, integration strategies, scalability, security, marketing cloud, data 360 and best practices.

  • Nonprofit & Education – Real-world use cases, donor management, fundraising, or student engagement.

  • Career & Community – Professional growth, mentorship, certifications, or community involvement.

  • Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility – Building inclusive UX, design, experiences and teams within the ecosystem.

  • Agentforce, AI, Automation & Integration – Real-world applications of AI, automation, and data tools across Salesforce, Slack, Tableau, MuleSoft, and Marketing

If you’re not sure where your idea fits, don’t worry. Pick the one that feels closest, and we’ll make sure it lands in the right spot.

Need Inspiration? Here Are Some Ideas

Not sure what to talk about? Start with what you know. Some of the best sessions come from real life experiences and lessons that you have learned along the way.

Here are a few ideas to get you started:

  • “Lessons from My First Flow”

  • “Reporting Tricks to Make Your Data Shine”

  • “From Admin to Architect: Mapping Your Career Path”

  • “How Our Nonprofit Streamlined Donations with Automation”

  • “Trailblazing Together: Finding Your Voice in the Salesforce Community”

  • “Bringing Agentforce to Life: Our First AI Agent”

  • “What I Wish I’d Known Before My First Implementation”

If it helped you, it could possibly help someone else.

Support for New Speakers: You’re Not Alone

We know submitting your first talk can feel intimidating — so we’re here to help!

This year, we’re hosting a First Time Speaker-Ask Us Anything webinar in early November aimed at first-time presenters (and anyone curious about the process). We’ll cover how to craft a strong session title and abstract, how to choose the right track, and what to expect on event day.

Bring your questions, your ideas, or even your half-baked outlines — we’ll help you polish them into something great.
📅 Tentative date: Monday, November 10th, 2025.
Stay tuned for the registration link.

How to Submit

Call for Speakers:
Opens October 23rd, 2025
Closes November 30, 2025 at 6 p.m. PT | 7 p.m. MT | 8 p.m. CT | 9 p.m. ET | 10 p.m. AT | 10:30 p.m. NT

Submitting is easy — just fill out the online form with your session title, brief description, track and some background information. Don’t forget to have your bio and headshot ready as well. You can submit more than one session if you’d like. If you will have co-presenters or a panel, be sure to have their information as well.

You don’t need a perfect pitch. You just need a story, an idea, or something you’ve learned that others can benefit from.

A Few Quick Tips for a Great Proposal

  • Keep your title short and clear — catchy is good, but clarity wins.

  • Using action words in your title is helpful

  • Focus your abstract on what the audience will learn or take away.

  • Include real examples if you can (without violating your business’ or client’ confidentiality) — people love to see things in action.

  • Be yourself! Authenticity matters more than perfection. Everyone is routing for you to be successful.

Every Voice Matters

True North Dreamin’ is a place where everyone — regardless of role, background, or experience level — can share their perspective. Some of the most memorable sessions come from people who didn’t think they had anything to teach until they tried.

Every great speaker started somewhere. Maybe this is your year to take that step.
We can’t wait to see what you bring to the stage in Toronto!

Are you ready to apply?
Go to www.truenorthdreamin.com/call-for-speakers to get started.

Stay Connected

We’ll share updates, speaker tips, and reminders as we move through the submission period. Follow us on social media or join our Trailblazer Community group to stay in the loop:

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