Irish Dreamin’ 2025: Our Experiences

The Salesforce community is a vibrant space, built on collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and a passion for innovation, and Irish Dreamin’ 2025 brought that spirit to Ireland for the first time. London’s Calling and CzechDreamin are staples on the Bluewave calendar, and it was great to add another exciting event to the list in 2025. Created independently by a team of dedicated Salesforce experts – including Bluewave’s very own Barry Hughes and Jorgan Strathman – Irish Dreamin’ was designed to create an opportunity for professionals in Ireland to connect, learn, and grow. Upon hearing about Barry and Jorgan’s plans for Irish Dreamin’, Bluewave was excited to be a partial sponsor of the inaugural event, which brought together an impressive lineup of speakers, engaging sessions, and a thriving community atmosphere. Several members of our team, including both UK-based and Irish employees, travelled to Dublin to experience this milestone event firsthand and to celebrate the hard work that went into making it a reality.

 

About Irish Dreamin’

Irish Dreamin’ was born from a desire to bridge the gap for Salesforce professionals in Ireland. While the country is home to a vibrant tech sector, there has never been an event of this scale dedicated to the local Salesforce ecosystem. Irish Dreamin’ 2025 brought together Salesforce admins, architects, consultants, developers, ISVs, marketers and technology partners for a day of immersive learning. The event provided the opportunity for attendees to learn directly from local industry leaders, through deep technical sessions, and expert-led demos on data, AI, CRM, and trust.

“With Irish Dreamin’, we aimed to bridge a gap for Salesforce professionals in Ireland, offering world-class talks, networking, and professional development opportunities locally. It was also about giving back and showcasing the incredible work happening in our local community. On the day, we announced a donation to Concern Worldwide (one of Ireland’s largest charities), and to YuerDreamin’, a sister community conference in Amsterdam.” – Jorgan Strathman – Technical Lead at Bluewave

 

Highlights from the Event

Irish Dreamin’ featured an impressive lineup of speakers from the Salesforce ecosystem, allowing attendees to explore a wide range of topics, from the latest AI advancements in Salesforce to best practices in automation, user adoption, and security.

Some standout moments from the event included a Keynote panel where industry leaders Deirdre Ahern – Director of Technology at Trinity College Dublin, Franny Hsiao – AI Architect at Salesforce, Kumar Prashant Srivastav – Director of CRM at Dell Technologies, and Sean Moynihan – CEO of Alone shared their insights on the latest Salesforce developments and the impact of AI-driven digital transformation. The event also features a number of deep-dive sessions including Pei Mun Lim of Zenhao’s session: The Modern BA’s Toolkit: AI-powered Discovery and Skye Tyler of Beyond the Horizon Technology’s “Build Data Quality Into Your Org.” Speakers from Salesforce, Canada Life, Supermums, Capgemini, and many more, also presented, with experts covering key Salesforce technologies and offering practical takeaways for attendees to implement in their own organisations. The event also provided ample networking opportunities, providing attendees with the chance to connect in person with local Salesforce consultants and developers from a wide range of organisations. A key highlight of the day was the announcement of donations to Concern Worldwide, one of Ireland’s largest charities.

 

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Bluewave’s Role in Irish Dreamin’

Bluewave was delighted to be an event sponsor, supporting Irish Dreamin’s mission to empower and connect Salesforce professionals in Ireland. Seeing our team members, partners, and fellow Salesforce experts come together in Dublin was a reminder of why we invest so much in community-driven events, as they help foster meaningful professional connections, innovation, and growth within our industry.

At Bluewave, we are incredibly proud that two of our own team members played a crucial role in creating and delivering this landmark event. Barry Hughes and Jorgan Strathman’s dedication to the Salesforce community and their vision for the event brought something truly special to Dublin. Their efforts in planning, executing, and hosting the event showcased their deep commitment to professional development and knowledge-sharing.

“Hosting Irish Dreamin’ was an incredible, year long journey, filled with personal learning and growth. The experience deepened my appreciation for the immense effort behind organizing such larger scale community events. While it was a joy to see the community come together, it was a very busy day ensuring everything ran smoothly. I’m grateful for the privilege, and I’m excited to continue supporting the community and learning from others.” – Jorgan Strathman, Technical Lead at Bluewave

 

Ireland’s Growing Tech Community

Ireland is home to one of the fastest-growing tech sectors in Europe, with Dublin serving as a hub for major global technology firms, including Salesforce itself. Events like Irish Dreamin’ not only provide a platform for professionals to develop their expertise but also reinforce Ireland’s reputation as a centre for cutting-edge innovation and digital transformation. By hosting Irish Dreamin’, the organisers have cemented Ireland’s place on the map as a key location for Salesforce expertise. At Bluewave, we are committed to supporting initiatives that empower professionals and drive digital transformation. We’re incredibly proud of Barry, Jorgan, and everyone who helped bring Irish Dreamin’ to life, and we look forward to seeing this event grow and evolve in the years to come. Bluewave was honoured to sponsor Irish Dreamin’ and have some of our consultants attend this vibrant event. We look forward to continuing our support for the Salesforce community in Ireland and beyond.

 

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