Speakers
Learn from some of the most knowledgeable subject matter experts in the Salesforce community. Our speakers all share a commitment to community involvement and information sharing – they will gladly make time to answer questions, engage in conversation, and hear your thoughts. We often welcome first-time speakers and community members, so be sure to cheer them on and provide your feedback. We learn best when we learn from each other!
Danielle Larregui
Senior Developer Advocate at Salesforce
With over a decade of experience in the Salesforce ecosystem, Danielle currently serves as a Senior Developer Advocate at Salesforce, where she specialize in creating and sharing content for the Data Cloud platform. Danielle has worked at Salesforce for five years, contributing to the development of innovative solutions and engaging with the developer community through blog posts, videos, and live streaming.
Prior to joining Salesforce, Danielle honed their expertise in Salesforce and Marketing Cloud implementations at one of the world’s largest consulting firms. Her diverse project experience spans across various industries, including oil and gas, consumer goods, government, and financial institutions.
Based in Dallas, TX, Danielle lives with their partner and their two beloved pets, Dawson the dog and Shuri the cat. Outside of work, she is passionate about riding their Peloton bike, diving into anime and video games, and exploring new cultures through travel. She is also an avid learner of languages and enjoys the intellectual challenge of quiz shows like Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune.
Danielle is dedicated to sharing knowledge and fostering connections within the Salesforce community, frequently speaking at user groups, community events, and conferences.
Abi Claus
Director of Salesforce
With a rich background in technology and leadership, Abi brings a wealth of experience to every role. Previously, Abi served as Director of Salesforce at a Private Equity firm where she led a team of developers in implementing innovative CRM solutions. Her expertise extends beyond technical proficiency; Abi was instrumental in fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation within the organization, earning recognition as a leader in her field.
Prior to joining Stronghold, Abi was a Salesforce consultant and solution owner at Slalom, where she built and developed breakthrough technologies implemented by Fortune 500 companies and state and local governments. She previously worked in the high tech, healthcare, automotive and finance industries.
A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Abi has shared her expertise at prestigious institutions such as Dreamforce and Harvard University, and has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Women Leaders in Dallas. Her dedication to empowering women extends beyond professional achievements; Abi is a co-leader of the Women in Tech user group in Dallas, as well as serving as a mentor and advocate for future leaders.
Wahid Mohammad
CEO & Architect, PlektonLabs
Wahid is the CEO of PlektonLabs, a leading North American consulting firm specializing in MuleSoft and Salesforce solutions. With a rich background in IT, Wahid has successfully guided numerous businesses in transitioning from outdated infrastructures to modern, efficient digital ecosystems. As a MuleSoft Ambassador and seasoned Salesforce Architect, he brings strategic insights and a passion for fostering quality connections to every project.
In addition to his role at PlektonLabs, Wahid serves as a board director for CIOCAN, Canada’s largest CIO Association, where he actively shapes the future of IT leadership. His work is recognized through numerous scientific journal publications, further solidifying his influence in the industry.
Beyond his professional life, Wahid is a passionate backcountry hiker, musician, and photographer. His love for exploration and continuous learning reflects his belief in technology’s transformative power to create a better world.
Warren Walters
Chief Programmer Path Planning Officer (C3PO), Cloud Code Academy
Warren is a certified Salesforce professional with over seven years of diverse experience in the Salesforce ecosystems. Throughout his career, Warren has worked with various companies, ranging from small startups to large enterprises such as Blackthorn.io, where he helped build complex AppExchange packages as a Salesforce Engineer.
Currently, Warren is the founder and C3PO (Chief Programmer Path Planning Officer) and creator of Cloud Code Academy which includes delivering live lessons, building out the material, and helping developers navigate their careers. In addition to his professional work, Warren is passionate about sharing his expertise with the Salesforce community, regularly creating high-quality and informative content on his blog and YouTube channel.
Asterisk Loftis
Founder & Chief Design Officer, Shift8 Design
Asterisk is a product design leader specializing in the space between user experience design and user interface development. He is a lifelong learner who loves to develop new skills and master existing talents. He has extensive training and experience in iterative design processes, agile methodologies, project management, and mentoring.
Asterisk has spent the last eight years specializing in designing for the Salesforce ecosystem and has a deep knowledge of building and deploying human-centered experiences on the Salesforce Platform. Asterisk has worked closely with the Salesforce Design group to evangelize UX on the platform. He has become the face of SalesforceUX Design and is honored to be the first Salesforce Designer inducted as a Salesforce MVP.
Caitlin Nguyen
Manager, Delivery Readiness and Enablement, Salesforce
Caitlin Nguyen is a Delivery Readiness and Enablement Manager for the Salesforce Instructor Program. She has been with Salesforce for over 6 years, most of this time as a Salesforce Certified Instructor. As an instructor, she taught Admin, Consultant, and Flow courses and delivered hands-on trainings at events. She continued to hone her Admin skills by functioning as one of the Admins for a Salesforce org used to manage the Instructor Program. Prior to joining Salesforce, she worked as an Admin/end-user trainer for a Salesforce customer.
Outside of her professional life, she loves tackling a hard hike with her husband, going to see a good musical, and trying out different barre or cycling classes in new cities she visits. She lives in Edmond, OK with her husband and two pets.
Sarah Williams
Manager of Client Technology, Yurgosky Consulting
Sarah Williams is, first and foremost, a mother of three perfect doggos. As Manager of Client Technology at Yurgosky Consulting by day, Sarah leads a team of consultants and QA experts who help nonprofit organizations and educational institutions use Salesforce and integrated platforms to better serve their missions, constituents, and long-term strategies. Sarah has spent her decade of experience in the Salesforce ecosystem developing her expertise in solution design, implementation, and strategic planning, while strengthening her passion for learning and innovation.
When she isn’t working, Sarah enjoys spending time cuddling the aforementioned dogs, reading books of all genres, and traveling and seeing new places with her partner.
