Discover how Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud is revolutionizing the way nonprofits operate. This episode explores the power of Salesforce's dedicated platform for the nonprofit community, highlighting its out-of-the-box capabilities for program and volunteer management. We discuss the critical factors for organizations considering a move from NPSP, including data migration, timing, and preparing your team for a seamless transition to a future-proof solution that continually receives the latest innovations and features from Salesforce.

In this episode, hosts Scott Billows and Matt Hui explore digital transformation within the public sector, defining it as government entities funded by taxes and delivering citizen services.

They contrast it with the nonprofit sector, highlighting similarities in data governance and security needs, while noting public sector's slower, risk-averse nature compared to nonprofits' agility.

The discussion delves into the profound effects of DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) on U.S. federal agencies since Trump's second term began in January 2025, including procurement slowdowns, budget cuts, and a "do more with less" mantra amid disruption.

Scott shares trends like emerging opportunities in communications, where Salesforce Marketing Cloud is replacing legacy tools like Granicus GovDelivery to enable efficient, segmented outreach to constituents.

The episode wraps with exciting news on Salesforce's expanded FedRAMP authorizations for products like Agent Force, Data Cloud, Marketing Cloud, and Tableau, unlocking new possibilities in the federal space.

Join for insights on navigating public sector challenges and leveraging technology for better citizen impact!

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In this episode, Scott Billows and Matt Hui dive deep into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the workplace. From massive hiring bonuses at tech giants like Meta to layoffs at Salesforce and Microsoft, they explore the excitement and anxiety surrounding AI's rise, comparing it to historic revolutions like the Industrial Revolution. They discuss reskilling, productivity gains, and how AI can augment jobs rather than replace them, sharing real-world examples from their Salesforce consulting work at Belmar. Scott offers his "AI Antidote", a practical framework for organizations to develop digital strategies, foster innovation, and leverage partnerships. Plus, a special shout-out to their ongoing collaboration with Ally Global to combat human trafficking. Tune in for insights on navigating AI's opportunities and challenges!

In this episode, Scott Billows and Matt Hui delve into the critical phase of Salesforce adoption after implementation. They discuss the increasing trend of organizations seeking ongoing support for their Salesforce systems and share insights on what "good" looks like for sustained success. The conversation highlights the importance of partnership and efficiency in post-implementation support. They address the challenge of Salesforce as an ongoing investment, much like employee culture, and how to effectively communicate its long-term value to leadership. The episode also explores strategies for maintaining internal expertise versus outsourcing, advocating for a hybrid approach that leverages both internal knowledge and external technical expertise. Finally, they discuss how to drive and maintain user buy-in, emphasizing the importance of clear communication about the benefits to individual users and fostering a culture of continuous engagement.

In this episode, Scott Billows and Matt Hui discuss what it takes to build a high-performing team and a winning organizational culture. They explore the importance of ambitious pursuit of knowledge, delivering high-quality excellence to customers, and staying on top of industry trends. The conversation delves into the "owner's mentality," emphasizing personal responsibility and empowering employees to make decisions. They also share insights on fostering a positive work environment, the challenges of evolving organizational culture, and the significance of authentic communication from leadership. Scott describes his leadership style as enabling and empowering people to execute and achieve incredible results.

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We unpack how we’re using AI and see our customers using these transformative tools. What’s happening at Salesforce with Informatica, Agentforce and F1.

Welcome to Belmar Bytes, brought to you by Belmar Consulting. We’re excited to relaunch our Podcast and share our ideas about business, leadership, and all things Salesforce.

Belmar's Scott Billows and the Answer Company's Shawn Ostheimer discuss success, how to define it, navigating the nonprofit industry, and a plethora of other topics.

This episode was recorded in late 2020.