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Dreamforce 2024: What to Expect from the World’s Top AI Event

Posted on September 4, 2024 by dev_nuvolar

The future of AI, digital transformation, Sustainability and leadership awaits you at Dreamforce!

This year, Salesforce’s annual event promises to be a game-changer for tech enthusiasts and beyond.

As a leading Salesforce Partner, our extensive experience participating in Dreamforce over the years has given us valuable insights into this world-renowned event, and we’re so excited to attend once again this year!

Here’s what you can expect from Dreamforce 2024👇

Basic info: Save the Dates!

Held in San Francisco, California, this event has become an essential meeting point for developers, Salesforce Administrators, Executives, and tech enthusiasts from around the world:

🗓️ 17-19 September, 2024
📍 Moscone Convention Center
747 Howard St, San Francisco,
CA 94103, United States

Inspiring Keynotes

The event will feature an impressive lineup of speakers, including industry tech leaders, visionaries, and experts in various fields. Confirmed speakers for this year include:

Matthew McConaughey, acclaimed actor and author, will discuss his approach to creativity and success.
Dev Patel, renowned actor, will share insights on storytelling and his journey in the film industry.
Cristóbal Valenzuela, co-founder and CEO of Runway, will talk about the latest developments in AI and creative tools.
Daniela Amodei, co-founder and president of Anthropic, will explore ethical AI and its impact on society.
P!NK + Imagine Dragons rock bands will take the stage live at Dreamfest!
~~Elton John~~ was going to give a special performance and talk about his career and philanthropic work, but he finally cancelled! 🥺
Other notable speakers will address topics such as artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainability, and leadership.

Innovation & Tech Trends

Dreamforce 2024 will be the stage where Salesforce presents its latest innovations and products.

Attendees will have the opportunity to explore new tools and features of the Salesforce platform, designed to optimize customer relationship management (CRM) and enhance operational efficiency for businesses.

Workshops & Training Sessions

Dreamforce 2024 will offer a wide range of workshops and training sessions designed to help professionals develop their skills and knowledge.

From advanced technical sessions for developers to workshops on sales and marketing strategies, there’s something for every level of experience.

“This is huge! There are 6 different buildings. At Dreamforest building, you get to see all the upcoming new features from AppExchange providers. As an expert developer in these kind of apps, I can say there’s quite a lot of amazing stuff in here!”

Networking & Connection Opportunities

One of the biggest attractions of Dreamforce is the opportunity to connect with other industry professionals.

The event provides multiple spaces and activities for networking, from informal meetups to organized sessions designed to facilitate idea exchange and collaboration.

If you’re planning to be there, we’d love to connect!

Book a meeting with our Consulting team, and let’s discuss how we can help you navigate the latest trends and innovations.

Unique Experiences

Beyond keynotes and workshops, Dreamforce is known for its unique and memorable experiences.

Attendees can expect concerts, wellness activities, and social events that make Dreamforce not only an educational event but also a celebration of the tech community.

“It’s like if the city belonged to Salesforce these days: You see people with the event badges all around the center”

“DreamFest was great, a real party in the US, so multicultural with celebrities from all over the world. It’s amazing how Salesforce has the support of ex-presidents, artists and activists!

We are thrilled to share that the high-flying, chart-topping music icon P!NK will take the stage, and sky, live at Dreamfest. She will be joined by fellow hitmakers and one of the biggest rock bands in the world, Imagine Dragons!

Dreamforce is nothing short of magic and we’re making double the magic happen, just for you. Get ready for an amazing concert to raise money together for the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals.

Conclusion

Dreamforce 2024 is shaping up to be an unmissable event for any professional interested in technology and innovation.

With a rich and diverse program, this event promises valuable learning, networking, and professional growth opportunities.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this unique experience and join the global Salesforce community in San Francisco.

If you’re also around and want to connect, drop us a message and let’s meet-up! 🙌

Our Unique Approach to Celebrations: We are Social!

Posted on August 22, 2024 by dev_nuvolar

Meaningful connections create strong teams.

That’s why our celebrations go beyond the ordinary at Nuvolar. To ensure our international remote team stays connected, we love organising all kinds of out-of-the-box activities that strengthen our bonds.

Check out a few examples of how we blend work with building a vibrant company culture! ✨

1. ‘Game Nights’ at Nuvolar 🎲 🎮

For us, it’s a tradition! Every once in a while, the team gathers at the office, we all bring our favourite board games and video games and we spend the evening sharing some laughs and getting to know each other better.

Our amazing HR team takes care of everything, making sure we have plenty of snacks, drinks and delicious pizza—so it’s always the perfect combination!

Evenings filled with dice rolling, laughter, and a friendly dose of competition.

Whether we’re competing in teams or sharing laughs, each game night is an opportunity to strengthen our bonds.

2. Our Epic “Friday-Fun” Days! 🕺

That ‘Thank God it’s Friday‘ feeling gets even better when it’s time for our super “Friday-Fun” Day at Nuvolar!

That’s what we call the team-building event we hold on the last Friday of each quarter. It means a lot to us because, after months of hard work and dedication, we love to celebrate the company goals and team objectives we’ve achieved together.

Whether it’s playing fun online games like Garlic Phone or Pictionary, competing in contests, or even, like last time, joining an online Escape Room organized by our amazing Social Committee—Friday-Fun Days are always a blast!

3. Carnival Time: Our Fancy Dress Contest! 🎭

The yearly Carnival Contest is a classic at Nuvolar, bringing out the creativity and competitive spirit.

One day a year, we give our people the opportunity to showcase their most inventive costumes by participating in the Carnaval Contest which is as much about fun as they are about team bonding.

Celebrated both in-person and online, is a perfect example of how we blend fun with our core values of unity and collective enjoyment.

4. That special time of the year… 🎄🎅

Christmas at Nuvolar is a vibrant affair, embodying the season’s spirit with a mixture of fun events that capture the season’s essence.

⭐ Nuvo-Quiz, Want to uncover the hidden talents and secret cravings? We’ve made a fun quiz based on our Meet the Team page to surprise our team, laugh, learn, and get to know each other better!

⭐ Dirty Santa, the thrilling twist on the traditional Secret Santa. Participants can “steal” gifts from one another, leading to hilarious and less-than-friendly exchanges that spread joy and excitement.

⭐ Our Fun Company Video: We put our heads together to write a script and act in a funny video to wish our clients, friends, and family a happy holiday season. Here’s an example:

https://youtu.be/1yVm8M10E24?si=kDYS-FNikzm3yCy2

5. Team Weekend Outs: Adventure & Team Bonding! 🏔️👫🏼

Our team weekend out is not just a break from the routine but a crucial team-building retreat everyone looks forward to.

From outdoor adventures to relaxing getaways, these weekend experiences we share are not only fun but help us understand each other better, bridging gaps and building trust.

Here are some of the activities:

Building cabins – fostering cooperation and creativity!
Haka dances – A Māori bold dance to feel strong as a team!
Tug’o’war – Who could pull the rope the hardest!

Our unique approach ensures that even team members abroad are included, thanks to our social budget—a dedicated amount available to all team members that they can use to travel and join any of these events that bring us together.

We stand out for who we are, the culture we have, the values we share, and the way we make you feel as part of the team. We’re the perfect blend of a company that genuinely cares about its people—with impressive benefits and initiatives—along with a great culture and an amazing team.

– Marketa Bartova, HR Manager –

6. Celebrating Summer ☀️

The annual Summer Party is a highlight for the Nuvofamily, to gather on cozy rooftops from our Barcelona offices.

It’s a time for everyone to kick back, enjoy the sun, and celebrate the year’s achievements. It’s also an excellent opportunity for team members to mingle in a non-work setting, enhancing interpersonal relationships.

https://youtu.be/lraJiog0NVk?si=r34qoqb0nEKzIzF_

7. The Annual ‘Calçotada’ Event🍴😋

Every February or March, we host our beloved Calçotada event, a Catalan tradition where we gather to enjoy delicious calçots, good vibes, and a bit of fun chaos.

This event is about more than food—it’s about leaving our professional roles behind and creating lasting memories together. The early spring sunshine and the rustic charm of grilling calçots add to the festive atmosphere.

Fostering Connections: The Heart of Nuvolar’s Culture

When working remotely, fostering connections between all team members becomes even more crucial.

The socialising part is very important for us. The Nuvolar team has been growing so much the past years and we find it crucial to maintain this bonding within the different team members.

– Marc Vivas, Nuvolar CEO –

Our approach ensures that each team member feels valued and connected, regardless of their location. This sense of community is the essence of Nuvolar, where work meets play, and every festivity is an opportunity to strengthen our bonds.

Want to be part of this? If so, check out our open vacancies—we’d love for you to join us on this journey and celebrate every moment and festivity in our unique way! ✨

Our Social Media Initiative for Positive Change

Posted on May 24, 2024 by dev_nuvolar

❗UPDATE: A million thanks to the + 4️⃣ 1️⃣ 9️⃣ new followers we received on Nuvolar’s social media channels. Thanks to them, we’ve been able to raise €2,095 to bring urgent medical and humanitarian assistance to those in need. Thank you for helping us make an impact.

At Nuvolar, we believe in ✨ the power of technology to create positive change! ✨

As our company grows and our LinkedIn followers increase, we’re inspired to do something special to celebrate this milestone.

That is why we decided to channel our resources towards a cause that resonates with our values, putting into place a very special initiative: we will be donating €5 for every new follower we receive in May on our social media channels.

All funds raised will go directly towards Doctors Without Borders 🩺 .

This amazing non-profit org provides urgent medical assistance in the eye of the storm, not only on the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, but also on any natural disaster happening around the world.

Why this Initiative?

One of the reasons we came up with this idea is because we’re exhibiting at 3 tech events this May and we expect our followers to grow even more due to our participation in:

World Tour Essentials Barcelona, a Salesforce tech event taking place in Barcelona on May 16th where Nuvolar is a Silver Sponsor.

Codemotion, a tech conference mainly for devs, taking place in Madrid on May 21-22 where Nuvolar is Gold Sponsor.

EBACE, European Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition, taking place in Geneva on May 28-30 where we’ll be promoting NuvolOps.

We thought “Why not dedicate this Growth to a good cause?”… Doctors without Borders is an amazing humanitarian organisation with whom we’ve collaborated in the past. We couldn’t wait to see how many new followers we could gather!”.

– Marc-Anthony Padula, CEO at Nuvolar Consulting –

Taking Action: The Framework of Our Initiative

Every follower counted.

Each new connection helped us spread the word about our mission and increased our ability to contribute to social causes. By participating in this initiative, users were not only supporting Nuvolar but helping to create a better future for everyone.

*Doctors without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières) is a humanitarian org which provides medical assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics or natural disasters.*

It was easy to get involved. Participants simply had to follow us on any of our social media channels:

For those already following us—thank you for being part of our amazing community 🤗— they simply could share this article by clicking on any of the social media icons below this page, or Like/Share any of our posts to help us spread the word. It was a simple action that could lead to significant change.

We were incredibly excited about this initiative and couldn’t wait to see how many new followers we could end up gathering!

Why Social Media?

Social media isn’t just about sharing updates and connecting with friends—it’s also a powerful tool for driving social change.

By leveraging our growing presence on LinkedIn and Instagram, we aim to amplify our impact and engage our community in meaningful ways.

This initiative isn’t just about numbers; it’s about bringing people together to support a common cause.

Thank you for being a part of our community and helping us make a difference! 💙

Our Commitment to Positive Change

At Nuvolar, we love setting our own special challenges that create significant social impact.

*Check out all the amazing challenges we’ve created at Nuvolar to get our entire team involved!*

Our mission goes beyond developing advanced software solutions for Aviation and high-tech industries; we’re committed to leaving a positive footprint in everything we do. This means making technology accessible to people and contributing to the overall development of society.

One of the things that make Nuvolar special is our team’s enthusiasm for giving back. We’re all about creating our own challenges and getting everyone involved.

Whether it’s a charity walk initiative, an environmental challenge, or this new social media action, we’re always looking for ways to make a difference!

By engaging our entire team, we ensure that everyone has a role to play in our mission to leave a positive impact.

Join “Switch2Tech”: Our FREE Salesforce Program Open2Everyone!

Posted on September 21, 2023 by dev_nuvolar

Introducing “Switch2Tech”, and advanced 3-month free Salesforce course for beginners that will allow you to become a Salesforce-certified profesional, regardless of your education, previous professional background, age or current employment status, and all this completely for free. Keep reading to know more!

In today’s job world, 3 out of 4 companies need people with Salesforce knowledge.

Big and small, all kinds of companies. That means when you know Salesforce, you can find a nice job super quick.

“But wait!”- you may think, “Isn’t Salesforce hard to learn?”
The answer is NO.

Not if you join this free 3-month training organised by Nuvolar and Salesforce Talent Alliance, aimed at anyone who wants to learn, no matter what you did before.

So, why not give it a shot?

What are the benefits of taking this course?

“Switch2Tech – Career Changers in Spain” is your entry gate to Salesforce, as it is a:

100% Free development program
No Coding/previous experience required
11 weekly online and recorded sessions
Get your official Salesforce Associate Credential
Worldwide work opportunities!

With absolutely no previous knowledge required, you’ll be onboarded to the world of Salesforce opening up endless career opportunities around the world, starting with those available at Nuvolar, which you can opt for and enter the selection process, and all of this completely for free!

The program is composed of detailed, online training sessions aimed at complete beginners, allowing you to fully understand this cutting-edge technology and get Salesforce-job-ready by earning your very first official Salesforce certification.

Once you have obtained your certification, you can apply for our vacancies available at Nuvolar and begin the recruitment process, having the option of joining our team and becoming part of the Nuvofamily!

A unique opportunity with endless possibilities. Don’t miss out.

This program is aimed at “CareerChangers“: those who want to jump into the world of Tech. You don’t need any previous experience in Salesforce or the tech industry. The only requirement is your motivation to obtain your Salesforce official certification within just 3 months!

Who can Join this free online Salesforce course?

Do you live in Spain? Are you looking to take the next step up in your career? Then this program is for you.

“Switch2Tech – Career Changers in Spain” is aimed at anyone located in Spain eager to transition in the ever-booming world of Tech. And remember, you don’t need any previous experience in Salesforce or the tech industry – absolutely none whatsoever!

This program is specially designed for “career changers”: individuals with prior work experience in any industry or sector eager to make the leap into the world of Tech. Regardless of your educational background, past work experiences, age or current employment status, the only requirement is your motivation to embark on a career change!

Whether you’re craving knowledge or eager to thrive in a fast-paced environment, this program is tailor-made for you.

What will I learn?

You’ll be taught about the world of Salesforce from the very best; Our Nuvolar Salesforce Consulting team and leading Salesforce professionals will walk you through weekly online technical and soft skill sessions helping you switch to tech and land your very first role in the Salesforce ecosystem, aided with the help of an active supportive community group of professionals.

The program also includes a Salesforce Team Sprint on Clicked. Here, with the help of mentoring sessions by professionals, you’ll deliver a project based on a real-life scenario, allowing you to get really hands on and understand this groundbreaking ecosystem.

By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to sit down for the Salesforce exam, the last step before earning your official Salesforce Associate Credential.

When does the program start?

The program is composed of 11 weekly sessions, starting on October 24, 2023 until January 30, 2024.
The exact times of these sessions are yet to be confirmed
All sessions will be recorded, so that participants can watch them at any time at their convenience.

You can download here the complete program.

How much time will I have to invest on this free Salesforce course?

Keep in mind that you will only need to dedicate 5 hours a week in total (for the weekly sessions and self-study).

Need more info?

For more details on this program, feel free to Contact Us or reach out to the Salesforce Talent Alliance Cohort Team (talentalliance@salesforce.com).

“Switch2Tech”: Apply now for this free online Salesforce course

Spots are limited!

Sign up now and book your space for this amazing opportunity. Take your career to the next level and benefit from the success and professional opportunities this program has to offer!

Fun, Flexible Language Classes at Nuvolar: Why we do it differently

Posted on February 20, 2023 by dev_nuvolar

Through our collaboration with Babbel, the world’s most popular language-learning app, our Nuvofamily can choose from 15 different languages to learn from. Thanks to an incredibly flexible and super fun method, we all can improve our communication abilities and boost both our personal and professional skills!

One of our strongest company values at Nuvolar is that “We are learners”.

We are always on the hunt for new ways to innovate, constantly learning and applying our new knowledge to our projects. Technology is constantly evolving, and so are we through our continual training.

All this translates throughout various aspects of how we work: be it through colleague collaboration or our numerous employee perks, we believe it’s essential for our people to be continuously learning, evolving and growing.

Not to mention that with a team of over 20+ nationalities, what better way to create a strong team spirit than by being able to speak each others’ mother languages?

To do so, we started a collaboration with a very special language learning facilitator: Babbel for Business, a leader in the online language learning industry with more than a million paying subscribers that offers a highly innovative methodology.

Backed by science and the latest research on language learning, and based on flexibility, Babbel’s approach was perfect for a remote, global team like Nuvolar’s.

Learning a new language with only 20 min/day

Babbel is the world’s most popular language-learning app.

From starting to learn a new language by investing only 20 minutes a day to having virtual 1:1 coffees with native teachers or live group classes, it allows endless fun ways of learning!

Language Classes at Nuvolar: our people can have a yearly license with Babbel, the world’s most popular language-learning app. — *Our team members can have a yearly licence with Babbel, the world’s most popular language-learning app.*

We get to choose between 15 languages with Russian, Norwegian or Indonesian on the list!

Using Babbel, our employees get a yearly license that’s kept in place as long as the Learning Agreement objectives are met, which includes 2 live sessions a month (either in a group or 1:1).

Here’s a word from Andrea, who’s been using Babbel to learn German:

I think this is a great experience for people that enjoy accomplishing goals and work through levels (like me).

Even though I already had 2 years of experience learning German with Busuu App, I decided to start from the very beginning with the basic vocabulary and keep it up working into more complex phrasing and grammar. With Babbel you can learn the different ways to conjugate verbs, with real life context and scenarios.

– Andrea, UX/UI Designer –

Language Classes based on Blended Learning

Our language learning program at Nuvolar follows a Blended Learning method: the effective combination of independent study with the language learning platform and guided online video lessons with a certified teacher.

These are some of the advantages available to all our team members:

Short, effective lessons: easy to fit language lessons into our busy day
Lessons for every situation: for travel, work, and more
Listen, speak, write: well-rounded language practice
Perfect pronunciation: sophisticated speech-recognition technology
Retain what you learn: review feature that’s optimized to help you retain knowledge
Learn grammar in context: useful tips & tricks as you learn
Offline mode: download lessons and learn anywhere

It also includes the following:

Unlimited access to self-paced courses on the Babbel platform/app (including 14 languages: German, English, Spanish, French, Polish, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Turkish, Indonesian and Russian).
Full access to all Podcasts and Games
2 credits per month: each credit corresponds either to a 30-minute online video 1:1 lesson with a teacher or a 60-minute online video group lesson with a teacher.

Moreover, we’ve recently been rewarded with Babbel’s Premium Partner badge, a seal that recognizes those companies that show more commitment to the personal and professional growth of their people:

So… Interested in joining our never-stop-learning culture?

Visit now our Careers page and explore our currently open positions to become a member of our Nuvofamily!

A time for Growth: The story behind our expansion to Mexico & the US

Posted on February 6, 2023 by dev_nuvolar

Fast & Sustained: The kind of Growth every tech company is after. And a growth rate that requires great strategic management. In this interview, Alejandro Salomon, our Managing Director for the US & Mexico, explains the reasons why we decided to expand into these new markets, the challenges that Nuvolar Mexico will be facing, and the best ways to manage relationships with clients in the post-pandemic era.

Interview with:


			Alejandro Salomón, Managing Director for the US & Mexico at Nuvolar

Question: What’s the IT market like in Mexico & US? And why did Nuvolar decide to expand?

Answer: Having worked and consulted businesses in Asia, Europe and now North America, I can confidently say that, Mexico is a great market to be in right now.

The pandemic has allowed for digital innovation consulting companies like us to deliver more, remotely. Having the US as our neighbour opens up huge opportunities as long as we maintain the quality in our deliverables and a good mastering of the English language.

Of course, Nuvolar having key business connections in both markets and being partners with Salesforce helps massively.

Mexico is a dynamic, good market to be in at the moment. According to the Economist, Mexico was one of the top 10 best performing economies in 2022.

Something that’s quite visible, especially in the terms of startups and SMEs. I love the entrepreneurial spirit in Mexico, and I can confidentiality say we made the right decision in expanding here.

Our expansion to Mexico & the US: Our offices in Mexico City for Digital Innovation and Software Development services — Nuvolar Mexico was officially opened on May 2022. Our subsidiary offices in the thriving metropolis of Mexico City allow us to better offer our Digital Innovation and Software Development services for our clients in the US and LATAM.

Q: What do you expect to achieve in terms of growth in the short and long term with this new subsidiary?

A: With the expansion in Mexico, we’re seeking a steady growth and to increase our profile awareness.

Nuvolar is becoming known as being the Salesforce partner to challenge the incumbents and rescue the failing projects (or take the wheel and steer onto the right course). I’d like to compare us to “The Wolf” character in Pulp Fiction. We are honoured and happy to come in, and immediately help to turn things around for both clients and Salesforce executives.

That’s exactly who we are. We focus on quality and helping in a very pragmatic way. By doing such, we expect to double our figures and team by the end of 2023 as well as have a couple more major US-based clients.

Nuvolar is becoming known in Mexico as the Salesforce partner capable of rescuing failed projects. We come immediately to help change things. We focus on quality and helping in a very pragmatic way.

Q: What are the main challenges that Nuvolar Mexico will be facing? And how do you expect to overcome them?

A: Regulations are changing quickly here in Mexico.

This, I confess, has been a bit of a struggle to get a grasp on. Fortunately, we have a partner that provides us the right advice from a legal and fiscal perspective ensuring that our books are in the right order and we are a step ahead of changes in regulations.

Another challenge is that talent acquisition and retention with Salesforce expertise is hard to come by in Mexico, which is why Nuvolar believes in finding young professionals willing to invest in their personal development to develop and learn within our company, as we will also invest in training them quickly.

We invest in our people to ensure they are constantly learning and growing, and maintaining a happy working environment. That is why we are a GreatPlacetoWork® certified company.

One of our key requirements in our job descriptions is being a student for life!

Q: What kind of developments have you done so far in Mexico and for which industries?

A: We love working with startups and SMEs. We love the entrepreneurial spirit of founders in Mexico, creativity and willingness to innovate quickly.

Thus, we have been involved with several very exciting projects and clients bringing unique customer experiences or business values. For example, we are working with a startup that is building a platform for influencers and creators to automatically sell the creators’ products.

The platform is supported by Salesforce and handles all aspects of online sales – from Chatbots servicing, to eCommerce, Marketing Automation and even last mile delivery logistics.

Other clients of ours are in the private Aviation sector, Health industry and more helping them with Salesforce’s omnichannel sales, Service and Marketing automation solutions.

Our current projects in Mexico range from developing an exciting Salesforce-based platform with chatbots, e-commerce, marketing automation and logistics, to helping local businesses in the Private Aviation and Healthcare industries with Salesforce’s omnichannel sales solutions.

Q: How do you deal with customers in the post-pandemic era with remote and global teams of developers?

A: We have always developed products using agile methodologies, so that hasn’t changed as we are able to continue doing agile ceremonies via video conferences and works really well.

For example, all our standups, or demos and retrospectives are done via video conferencing and so far, all our clients have been very satisfied with the quality of the interactions and attention we provide.

We leverage all tools and technology communications to facilitate the iterations with our clients and amongst ourselves. We use Whatsapp groups, or Slack channels to collaborate, for example.

Thanks to these great UCC technologies (the so called Unified Communications & Collaboration tools), I feel we are a lot more productive now than before pandemic crisis.