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Dreamforce 2026: Great people. Big possibilities.

We’re back from Dreamforce with plenty to think about, new people to stay in touch with, and a lot of excitement about what comes next.

The colorful Dreamforce entrance arch beside a stone mascot sculpture.

A week worth the trip

Dreamforce was a great week for the Zinc team. We learned a lot, met so many thoughtful people, and came home with fresh ideas for the work ahead. Thank you to everyone who took the time to connect, share what you’re working on, or talk through a challenge with us.

The sessions gave us plenty to bring back to our clients. The conversations between them were just as valuable. Hearing how other teams are approaching AI, asking questions, and comparing experiences is a big part of what makes this community special.

A happy hour to remember

One of our favorite moments was Zinc’s Dreamforce happy hour at Harborview Restaurant & Bar. Good food, drinks, Bay views, and great company made it a chance to slow down and spend time together after a busy day.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, brought a colleague, or supported the Hey Buddy! Foundation through the Dreamforce Giveaway. We loved catching up with familiar faces and getting to know new ones. You made the evening what it was.

Guests talking on the Harborview patio, with the Ferry Building and Bay Bridge in the background.
Good company, with the Bay as our backdrop.

Ready for what’s next

We left Dreamforce feeling that Salesforce is in a strong position to reinvent itself as AI changes how people work. Its opportunity reaches beyond adding new features: it can connect AI to the customer relationships, business context, and workflows that make it useful.

That future will take thoughtful work to realize, and Zinc is ready to help build it. We’re excited to help our clients turn what’s possible into something their teams can use and trust, combining Salesforce expertise, practical AI implementation, and support for the people using it.

If Dreamforce sparked an idea for your business, let’s keep the conversation going. And if you missed a session, Salesforce’s Dreamforce hub has more to explore.

To everyone who made this week such a good one: thank you. We’re already looking forward to next year.

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