Dreamforce 2025 is less than two months away, and the momentum starts before the main conference even kicks off. On October 13, Cloud for Good is hosting the Impact Sector Summit, a pre-day gathering designed to bring together nonprofit and higher education leaders, innovators, and changemakers to set the stage for an inspiring Dreamforce week.
Spotlight on the Impact Sector Summit
The Impact Sector Summit will feature key speakers from Salesforce leadership, including Grant Terrell and Kelly Kitchen, VP and GM for nonprofit and education industries, respectively, a fireside chat between Cloud for Good Founder and CEO Tal Frankfurt and nonprofit thought leader Dan Pallotta, setting the tone for bold conversations that challenge the status quo and reimagine what’s possible for the social sector, and a panel of your peers including Lauren Bracy Schiedt of National Geographic Society. Beyond this discussion, the Summit will provide an exclusive opportunity to:
- Engage with visionary ideas that push the boundaries of how the nonprofit and education sectors think about growth, sustainability, and impact.
- Network with peers and experts who are driving digital transformation and using Salesforce to fuel meaningful change.
- Prepare for the week ahead by exploring the themes, opportunities, and innovations that will shape Dreamforce 2025.
A Look Into the Keynote Presentation With Dan Pallotta
During Tal’s discussion with Dan, he’ll explore the journey that led him to activism, the ideas that fueled his most influential work, and the systemic barriers that hold back innovation in the social sector. We’re looking forward to hearing Dan’s thoughts on:
- Challenging the status quo: Discovering what Dan believes is fundamentally flawed with the way society thinks about charity and why these misconceptions persist.
- Unlocking capital for good: Learning how investing in fundraising, infrastructure, and growth can empower nonprofits to achieve transformational results.
- Inspiring change among donors and boards: Uncovering what shifts are needed to create more engaged and forward-thinking supporters.
- The power of dreams: Understanding why nonprofits need to embrace bold, even “ridiculous” visions to tackle humanity’s greatest challenges.
- Lessons from history and innovation: Drawing inspiration from historical achievements like the Apollo program to Dan’s own Bold Trainings, what nonprofits can learn about ambition, leadership, and scaling change.
This is more than just a talk; it’s an invitation to reimagine what is possible when we dream big for the greater good. Whether you’re looking to revolutionize your organization’s fundraising strategy, inspire your board, or simply find new ways to make a difference, this conversation with Dan Pallotta will provide you with the insights and motivation to take your mission to the next level.
If you’re ready to challenge the status quo of the nonprofit world and rethink how we drive and scale social change, I encourage you to join us for this unforgettable fireside chat.
Why Attend the Impact Sector Summit?
Dreamforce offers thousands of sessions and experiences, but the Impact Sector Summit creates a unique space for our community to come together with a shared purpose. You’ll leave with:
- Fresh inspiration to bring back to your organization.
- Practical ideas to reframe your fundraising, donor engagement, or student experience strategies.
- A strong network of peers ready to collaborate throughout the week.
The Summit is not just about one conversation—it’s about sparking transformation across the entire impact sector.
What You Can Expect From the Impact Sector Hub
Impact Sector Hub | Tuesday to Thursday, October 14–16 | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM PT
The Impact Sector Hub is your central Dreamforce headquarters for nonprofit and education-focused content—brought to you by community leaders including Cloud for Good, Apsona, Altrata, Blackthorn, Carahsoft, FormAssembly, GoMeddo, and more. Expect a rich lineup of:
- Inspiring keynotes, real-world success stories, and sessions designed to help you “do more good, better.”
- Roundtables and curated conversations on topics like grantmaking, advancement, marketing, Data Cloud, and migrating from NPSP to NPC.
- Peer-led showcases—learn what’s working in the field, firsthand.
- Hands-on product workshops, exploring tools such as Agentforce, Data Cloud, and the Nonprofit Cloud.
- Birds of a Feather meetups—informal, peer-led discussions grouped around shared interests.
Featured Sessions:
- Reimagining the Student Experience with Salesforce SIS (featuring Jessup University) — October 14, 9:00–10:00 AM PT
- So, You’re Thinking About Switching to NPC? — October 14, 10:00–11:00 AM PT
A deep dive into migrating from NPSP to NPC - Build Your First Agent Workshop — October 16, 1:00–2:30 PM PT
A hands-on, mission-driven session on creating your first Agent - Harnessing Tech to Add One Million Years of Life (featuring the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society) — October 14, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM PT
- Salesforce Evolution: Migrating from EDA to Education Cloud (featuring Louisiana State University) — October 15, 10:30–11:30 AM PT
- Nonprofit Cloud Keynote Debrief — October 15, 1:30–2:30 PM PT
With Lori Freeman, Salesforce’s GM of Nonprofit Industry - Education Cloud Keynote Debrief — October 15, 3:00–4:00 PM PT
With Margo Martinez, Salesforce’s GM of Education Industry
Impact Sector Reception | Wednesday, October 15 | 5:00–7:00 PM PT
An elegant evening of dinner, drinks, and storytelling—join fellow mission-driven leaders to reflect on the day’s learnings and toast to collective progress, all at the Impact Sector Hub. Expect:
- A welcoming atmosphere with Brazilian steakhouse fare and energizing conversation.
- Thoughtful dialogue sparked by the day’s insights and innovations.
- Quality networking to build connections for continued impact beyond Dreamforce.
