What Happens After You Hit Submit
With one week left before the TND26 Call for Speakers closes on November 30, we wanted to show what actually happens after you submit your session idea.
We’ve heard from first-time speakers, returning presenters, and plenty of people who are “thinking about it” but still feeling a little unsure. Submitting a proposal can feel intimidating — so here’s a look at how the review process works, who reads your submission, and what you don’t need to stress about.
Meet Your Reviewers
When you submit a session for TND26, your proposal doesn’t disappear into a void. It’s read by our Content Committee — a group of volunteers from across the Salesforce community.
These are:
Admins
Architects
Developers
Consultants
Nonprofit & Education experts
Community leaders
Folks who’ve spoken at Dreamin’ events, user groups, webinars, and more
Most importantly:
They’re people who want you to succeed.
This isn’t a panel of judges looking for flaws — it’s a group of peers looking for interesting ideas, diverse voices, and real-world stories.
What Happens After You Submit
Once your proposal is in, here’s what actually happens:
1. Your session is grouped into a theme/track - Which will also include roles and products such as BA, Marketing, Development, Security, Slack, Tableau, Mulesoft, so don’t get bogged down by trying to fit into one of these categories. You’ll have more options to choose from on the submission form.
Admin & Builder,
Architect & Technical,
Nonprofit & Education,
Career & Community,
Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
Agentforce, AI, Automation & Integration
2. Multiple reviewers read each submission
No proposal is evaluated by just one person — every idea gets multiple sets of eyes.
3. Reviewers score based on core criteria like:
Clarity of title
Focus of the abstract
Relevance to the theme
Takeaways for the audience
Real-world applicability
Balance across skill levels and perspectives
4. Then the committee looks at the bigger picture:
Do we have a variety of voices?
Are we supporting first-time speakers?
Do topics cover beginner → advanced levels?
Is there representation across roles and communities?
Does the agenda feel balanced and inclusive?
Through every step, the goal is the same:
To build an agenda that reflects our community — and the many paths within it.
Submitting AI & Agentforce Sessions (Even When the Tech Keeps Changing)
If you’re thinking about submitting a session related to AI, Agentforce, or any fast-moving Salesforce area, you may be wondering:
“What if my topic is out of date by May?”
Great question — and great news:
We expect these sessions to evolve between your submission and the actual event.
AI is changing quickly. So is Data Cloud, Marketing Cloud, Tableau, and Slack AI. We’re not asking you to lock in a final demo or feature set today. What we do want is your core idea, angle, or lesson learned.
Here’s what matters in your proposal:
The theme or focus of your talk
The audience it’s for
The learning outcomes
Why this topic matters right now
Here’s what doesn’t need to be finalized today:
Exact feature names
UI screenshots
Demo steps
Specific release functionality
You’ll have plenty of time to update your content so it reflects the latest developments by May 2026.
How to word an evolving topic today
Use language that shows your topic will stay current:
Example:
“How AI is transforming donor communications: lessons learned implementing Agentforce (examples will reflect the latest features available in 2026).”
Example:
“Designing trustworthy prompts for Admins: our approach (final demos will be updated with 2026 capabilities).”
This tells reviewers you’re flexible and committed to delivering timely, accurate content.
What Reviewers Love to See
Here’s what makes a proposal stand out:
A clear, easy-to-understand title
(No need to be overly clever — clarity wins every time.)A focused abstract
What will you cover, and what will attendees learn?A specific audience
Help us place your session where it fits best.A sense of “why it matters”
Why this topic? Why now?A real story or example
Real experience is always welcome.
You don’t need a perfect pitch — just something meaningful to share.
What You Don’t Need to Worry About
“I’ve never spoken before — will that count against me?”
Not at TND. We love first-time speakers and actively make space for them.
“Do I need a full slide deck already?”
No. We review concepts, not polished presentations.
“My idea seems simple…”
Simple, practical sessions often resonate the most.
“What if someone else submits something similar?”
That’s okay — different perspectives on the same theme can complement each other.
“I’m not an MVP / I’m not certified / I’m not technical enough.”
None of these are required. Your experience is valuable.
“What if my title isn’t perfect yet?”
We can work with you on it later. Don’t let that stop you.
Not 100% Sure You Can Attend? Submit Anyway.
We hear this one often:
“I’d love to speak… but I’m not totally sure I can attend. Should I wait?”
The answer is:
Please submit now.
Here’s why:
The deadline is firm — we truly cannot accept late submissions.
It’s far better to submit and withdraw later than to miss the window entirely.
Travel, budgets, or schedules may shift, and that’s okay.
Withdrawing later is not a problem — but submitting after the deadline is impossible.
A submission today keeps the door open for you.
Waiting might close it completely.
Final Thoughts: Your Voice Belongs Here
One of the most inspiring parts of Dreamin’ events is hearing from voices we haven’t heard before.
Your experience — whether you’re an admin, architect, developer, marketer, nonprofit leader, data enthusiast, AI tinkerer, community advocate, or even brand new to the ecosystem — can help someone else grow.
If you’ve been thinking about submitting, take this as your sign:
We’d love to see your idea(s).
Last Call to Submit
Deadline: November 30, 2025
Submit your session: [Insert link]
If you have questions, reach out — we’re here to help.
Don’t overthink it.
Just hit submit.
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" -- Lao Tzu