dreamforce 2013 partner experience
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Wondering what to expect at Dreamforce 2013? Check out this deck to understand what's in store for partners and how to get the most out of your experience!TRANSCRIPT
Salesforce.com Partners:Get Ready for Dreamforce 2013November 18-21San Francisco, CA
Event Overview
NOVEMBER 18-21, 2013 | SAN FRANCISCO
Visionary speakers
1,000+ breakout sessions
350+ partner sponsors
Gala featuring Green Day at AT&T Park
The BIGGEST and #3 BEST vender-led tech show*
*Souce: BizBash Technology Conference rankings, September 2013
Dreamforce ‘13 is Going to Be Bigger and Better
Dreamforce Program Highlights
World-class keynotes:
§ Marc and marquee guests§ Keynotes this year from Sheryl Sandberg,
Marissa Mayer, Deepak Chopra, Vivek Kundra, Wayne Dyer, and more!
ROI-accelerating content
§ 1,100+ breakout sessions- something for every role, industry, and company size
§ Free hands-on training and success clinics§ Pre-conference paid training & certification
programs§ Product campground staffed with experts§ 350+ partners showcasing solutions in the
Cloud Expo
Dreamforce Program highlights
Unbelievable networking experiences
§ Dreamforce Gala featuring Green Day
§ Dreamforce Plaza with local bands, games, relaxation areas, meeting spots
§ Volunteer activities onsite
§ Partner parties galore
Special events for specific groups
§ AppExchange Partner Zone
§ Developer Zone and hackathon
§ SMB program with special keynote and social events
§ Industry Day events
§ Community conference
§ Foundation programs
Gala: Green Day & Blondie at AT&T Park Tuesday, November 19
List of Bene!ts Dreamforce Gala
Attendees * UCSF Benefit
Guests **
Credentials / access to AT&T park Dreamforce issued conference badge
UCSF issued benefit ticket
Field level viewing of concert (based on available capacity) � �
General stadium seating �
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Stadium concessions for food & drinks
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Access to Club Level lounge and seating
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Pre concert reception �
Post conference DJ after party featuring MC Hammer
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Exclusive entrance access �
* Includes full conference attendees, sponsors, press, and employees. Does not include keynote/expo pass. ** Includes bene!t ticket holders, bene!t speci!c sponsors, and Executive Summit attendees
Announcing the $1M Hackathon
Hackathon for ISVs
• Build next gen mobile apps on the Platform
• Enter a team, get great PR
• Apps will be judged on innovation, business value, user experience and use of Salesforce Platform technologies
The Dreamforce Campus
Expanded Expo and Campground
Monday, November 18 Tuesday, November 19 Wednesday, November 20 Thursday, November 21
9:00am – 10:00am Community & Foundation Kickoff Sessions
9:00am – 11:00amOpening Keynotewith Marc Benioff & Special Guests
9:00am – 6:00pm Breakout Sessions
8:30am – 2:00pmBreakout Sessions
9:00am – 10:30amAppExchange Partner Keynote
12:00pm – 5:00pmCloud Expo Open(Moscone North & West)
9:00am – 5:00pmCloud Expo Open(Moscone North & West)
9:00am – 2:00pmCloud Expo Open(Moscone North & West)
10:00am – 6:30pmBreakout Sessions
12:30pm – 6:00pmBreakout Sessions
9:00am – 10:00amChatter Keynote
9:00am – 9:45amDr. David Agus
11:00am – 12:30pmCloud Alliance Partner Keynote
5:00pm – 6:00pmKeynote Fireside Chat:Marissa Mayer
10:30am– 11:30amDeveloper Keynote
9:45am – 11:00amDr. Wayne Dyer
12:00pm – 8:00pmCloud Expo Open(Moscone North & West)
7:00pm – 11:00pmDreamforce Gala & UCSF BenefitGreen Day @ AT&T Park
12:00pm – 1:00pmMobile StrategyKeynote
11:00am – 12:30pmDeepak Chopra
1:00pm – 2:00pmNew to Dreamforce (Gateway)
2:00pm – 3:00pmSMB Keynote
12:30pm – 1:30pmPanel Moderated by Dr. Susan Desmond-Hellmann
3:30pm – 4:30pmInnovation Panel Marc & Drew Houston, CEO Dropbox
3:30pm – 4:15pmData.com Keynote
2:00 pm – 3:00pmMarc & Parker Q & A Session
5:00pm – 6:00pmCustomer Company Keynote with Vivek Kundra
5:00pm – 6:00pmKeynote Fireside Chat:Sheryl Sandberg
6:00pm – 8:00pmCloud Expo Welcome Reception
7:00pm – 1:00amPartner Reception & AppBash
DF13 Draft Agenda-at-a-Glance
Sales Keynote
Service Keynote
Marketing Keynote
Platform Keynote
You Can Now Build Your Dream Agenda
User Guide on our Slideshare
Partner Program
Kick off the Week with Partner Keynotes
Monday, November 18Moscone South, Gateway Ballroom AppExchange Partners at 9:00am Cloud Alliance Partners at 11:00am
PIERRE NAUDECEO
PETER GASSNERCEO
BOB MARSHCEO
JIM THOMPSONCTO
AppExchange Partner Keynote Featuring
LEYLA SEKAVP, AppExchange
TYLER PRINCEEVP, WW Alliance &
ChannelsRON HUDDLESTONSVP, AppExchange
SARA VARNI BRIGHTSR. DIRECTOR, AppExchange
ALEX BARDSVP, Service Cloud
DAN STREETMANSVP, Worldwide Alliances
& Channels GTM
DENZIL SAMUELSSVP, Worldwide Partner Ecosystem Development
Cloud Alliance Partner Keynote Featuring
VIVEK KUNDRAEVP, Industries
TYLER PRINCEEVP, WW Alliance & Channels
KEITH BLOCKPRESIDENT & VICE CHAIRMAN
Moscone West: The Pulse of Innovation
Build Your Business
Build Apps
3rd floor APPEXCHANGE PARTNER ZONE
2nd floorDEV ZONE
1st floorCUSTOMER EXPERIENCES & EXPO WESTFind Apps
AppExchange Partner Zone
Hours of operation:Monday 9a-8p
Tuesday 11:30a-6pWed 9a-6p
Thurs 8:30a-2p
AppExchange Partner Zone Highlights
Cloud Alliance ZoneMobile Showcase
Expert Bar + Community Lounge
GET INSPIRED •""""GET TOOLS •""""BUILD YOUR NETWORK
Photobooth
• 100+ ISV, AppExchange, entrepreneur and SI sessions
• Check out the ISV Partner Session Guide & Cloud Alliance Guide
• 11/18 at 9am: AppExchange Partner Keynote.
• 11/18 at 11am: Cloud Alliance Partner Keynote
• NOTE: for both keynotes there is no scanning at the door. First come, first seated so come early and bookmark in agenda builder
Content Designed for You
p.force.com/foundersforum
25 Sessions- 17 Founder led- AppExchange alums + VCs- Learn from other entrepreneurs on how to build a successful business
Partner User Groups @Dreamforce
20+ partner-led mini sessions- Community Zone @ Hilton Hotel- Partners sharing best practices on dev, sales, marketing, ops, support- Support your partners
The MOST FUN Party at Dreamforce
**7pm-9pm is the Partner
Appreciation Party.
Must have Partner or
Sponsor Badge to get in
Stay Up to Date With Us
@dreamforce@partnerforce
@appexchange
/dreamforce/salesforcepartners
/appexchange
Make it Easy:Tips and Tricks
Tips to Navigate the Expo Like a Pro
Identify solutions and vendors you’d like to check out before arriving at Dreamforce. Review the list of partner solutions here.
Carve out time in your schedule for demos. Consider visiting the expo outside the dedicated expo times to take advantage of the smaller crowds.
Utilize the 3rd floor of Moscone West as your homebase - host customer meetings and prospects.
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Steps to Map Out Success at Dreamforce 1. Kick the week off right with our
AppExchange Partner Keynote Mon, Nov. 18 @ 9am – 10:30am Gateway Ballroom, Moscone West Cloud Alliance Partner Keynote Mon, Nov. 18 @ 11am – 12:30pm Gateway Ballroom, Moscone South
2. Check-out ISV Session Guide for Technical, Sales, and Marketing professionals, featuring 50+ dedicated sessions, hands-on training and more. Check out the Cloud Alliance Dreamforce Guide for everything you need to know about the Cloud Alliance program at Dreamforce.
2. Secure your spot today by registering for sessions with Agenda Builder and adding the keynotes to your calendar.
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The Dreamforce app serves as a networking hub for the Dreamforce community of over 75,000 people
Top Ways to Get Involved
1. Be an active participant and post helpful, relevant content
2. Engage with your partner community
• Join the Partner Success group • Follow your peers
3. Join session discussions to influence and shape the content
4. Host a group for your customers & fans
5. …And have fun!
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Every Partner is a Role Model
In doubt? Contact [email protected] with any questions!
• Demonstrate your expertise and knowledge
• Post valuable content to relevant groups
• Create public groups to attract and engage your target audience
• Don’t pitch your company or offerings• Avoid spamming, competitor attacks,
or stalking of individuals• Don’t ‘hi-jack’ or post irrelevant
information to groups owned by others
Connect & Network
Share Helpful Content
Create unique, quality content & include #DF13
Promote videos & Live broadcast
Cross-promote Our blogs & content
Bringing valueto the #DF12 conversation
Helpful content that we can share
Dreamforce promotions to larger audiences
Plan to Network
Welcome Reception – Monday, November 18th
Join us on Monday evening with our first networking event of the week. The Welcome Reception will take place in the Moscone North Expo and the Dreamforce Plaza.
UCSF Benefit Concert – Wednesday, November 20
We are proud to be associated with this fund-raising event for the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. This year the Benefit Concert will be combined with the Gala on Wednesday night. Get tickets here.
Sponsor and Partner Parties: Monday – Thursday, November 18-21
Dreamforce sponsors often host their own parties during the week of Dreamforce so make sure you keep up with the after-hours activities by joining the “The List” group in the Dreamforce Chatter App. Or, check out dfguide.com
Action Items
Register for Dreamforce If want to do Dreamforce “lite,” register for free Keynote & Expo pass
Register for sessions in Agenda Builder and make sure to check out the AppExchange & Cloud Alliance Session Guide on Slideshare
Create quality content and share on social channels with #df13
Sponsor Dreamforce If interested, contact [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter @partnerforce for Dreamforce news & announcements
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