Homecoming 2025

Homecoming 2025: Blackthorn.io Kicks Off Salesforce Education Summit Week with Inaugural Customer Conference

Before the doors opened at the Salesforce Education Summit 2025, we set the tone for the week with our first-ever marquee customer event—Homecoming! Held on March 10th at the Marriott Marquis Chicago, this one-day conference was created exclusively for higher education institutions using Blackthorn’s event management solutions. With a playful nod to school spirit, the […]

From Input to Impact – A First Look at Agentforce with Blackthorn Events

This webinar, hosted by Blackthorn’s very own Chris Federspiel and Adam Kebeck, provides an overview and demo of using Blackthorn Events with Salesforce’s new offering, Agentforce. We’ll give you a first look at how this AI-driven tool seamlessly integrates with Salesforce to revolutionize event management. From creating events and analyzing attendance data to managing registrations […]

Behind the Velvet Rope – Creating Unforgettable VIP Event Experiences

This webinar, hosted by Blackthorn’s very own Michael McDonnel and Ryan O’Leary, dives into strategies for delivering exceptional VIP experiences using Blackthorn’s Salesforce-native solutions. Discover how to create tailored event access, exclusive registration processes, and personalized communications that elevate your attendees’ experience. Watch as Ryan demonstrates real-world applications like RSVP tracking, visibility controls, and automated […]

Planning for Gold – Your Guide to Uncovering and Boosting Event ROI

In this webinar, Blackthorn’s Ryan O’Leary and Michael McDonnell show how to uncover and enhance event return on investment (ROI) by leveraging Blackthorn’s real-time budget and expense tracking, automated invoicing, and financial reporting tools. The session addresses common challenges faced by event planners, such as managing budgets, tracking payments, and understanding the profitability of sessions […]