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DFW*ATW | 2025 Standup Weekend

Held at the University of Texas at Dallas
Friday February 28th, 2025 – Sunday March 2nd, 2025

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2025 Standup Weekend!

Thanawalla Digital is proud to sponsor a standup for the DFW Alliance of Technology and Women (DFW*ATW), a vital non-profit organization committed to supporting the holistic education and professional journey for girls and women in technology while increasing the number of women in leadership. We hope you will join us February 28th, March 1st, and March 2nd to implement a Salesforce org for this deserving organization.Please join us for a whirlwind of a weekend where we will be implementing Salesforce for this incredible charity. There will be food, prizes, fun, and some wonderful guests you won’t want to miss. We hope you and your Salesforce friends will join us to help DFW*ATW so they can continue to do their amazing work!

About The Event

Days and Hours:

Friday, February 28th Doors open at 6:00pm, Kick off at 7:30pm
Saturday, March 1st 9:00am – 8:00pm
Sunday, March 2nd 9:00am – 5:00pm

Location:

800 W. Campbell Road Richardson, Texas 75080-3021

The DFWATW (Dallas-Fort Worth Alliance of Technology and Women) is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to empowering girls and women in technology by fostering holistic education and supporting their professional journeys, with a focus on increasing the number of women in leadership roles. The organization, comprised of women and their allies, offers a range of benefits, including networking opportunities, professional development programs, leadership training, mentoring, coaching, and access to inspiring monthly speakers and special events. Members also gain friendship, advocacy, and support from a strong community of role models, along with rewards and recognition for their contributions. Additionally, DFWATW is committed to giving back by engaging in volunteer activities, particularly those promoting STEM and STEAM education.
Watch DFW*ATW’s story HERE.

We’re looking for dedicated volunteers to help make StandUp Weekend an incredible experience! Join our Caring Committee to assist with check-in, escorting special guests and VIPs, decorating, managing refreshments, and spreading cheer and support throughout the event. Or be part of our Implementation Team, where you’ll help build a custom Salesforce solution by setting up profiles, configuring security, enabling campaigns, and integrating client tracking from various sources. Whether you bring your warmth and hospitality or your Salesforce expertise, your contribution will make a big impact!

What should I bring? – You! We need all the manpower we can get so please bring you and any of your Salesforce friends who might be able to help! You should also bring a working computer and chargers for your phone, laptop, etc.
Will my volunteer hours be tracked for work? – Yes! Please just make sure you sign in and out every day with someone from our caring committee and all hours will be emailed to you with a certificate.
What should I wear? – Comfortable clothes you can program in all day long.
Will food be provided? – Yes! All meals will be provided with vegetarian/ vegan options for those who have registered for the event.
What about swag? – There will be lots of swag from door prizes to goodie bags for those helping that weekend.
Will I get to meet some of these women I’m helping? – Yes of course!
What are the event hours? – Friday doors open at 6:00pm and the program starts at 7:30pm. We plan to finish around 9:00pm.
Saturday 9:00am-8:00pm
Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm

You can drop by for an hour or stay for the whole weekend!

To Enter the Raffle:

  • Complete the NPSP trail 
    Bring an old laptop that you no longer need to be donated
    Bring professional clothing for women (1 item of clothing = 1 ticket)
    Follow us on Linkedin (1 ticket)

What Should I Expect at the Event?

What Tech Volunteers Should Expect at StandUp Weekend?
As a tech volunteer for StandUp Weekend, you’ll play a key role in implementing powerful Salesforce solutions to support DFW*ATW’s mission. Volunteers will join one of the following specialized teams:
Team Grant Management – Kelly Wood
This team will configure NPSP tools to help DFW*ATW track and manage incoming grants. You’ll set up accounts for grantmakers, create opportunity records to track grant details (deliverables, deadlines, payments, fund allocation), and implement features for easy grant renewals. Your work will ensure a seamless and organized grant management process.
Team Donor Management – Jeff Martin
On this team, you’ll build tools to track detailed donor profiles, including contact details, interests, relationships, and households. You’ll also automate preferred communication methods and relationship links, making donor engagement efficient and personalized.
Team Security and Reports & Dashboards – Kimberly Perez
This team focuses on securing the Salesforce org and providing insights. Volunteers will set up role-based access controls, configure user permissions, and design custom reports and dashboards to track donor engagement, program performance, and grant progress. Your work will ensure data security while enabling informed decision-making.
Team Program Management
Join this team to implement the Program Management Module (PMM), helping DFW*ATW track resource allocation and participant progress. Tasks include setting up reports and dashboards, customizing program elements, managing service schedules, and tracking program performance. These tools will help demonstrate impact to donors and support continued funding.
Team GREATMINDS & Recognition Programs – Navaid Hussain
Support DFW*ATW’s flagship initiatives! For GREATMINDS™, you’ll focus on tools to track scholarships, events, and outreach efforts aimed at inspiring girls to explore STEM. For the Recognition Committee, you’ll build features to manage award nominations and streamline the recognition process for leaders and allies advancing women in technology.
Team ignITe Program – Paul McCollum
This team will implement solutions to support the ignITe program, which provides training and certification opportunities for women in technology. Volunteers will configure tools to track program participants, manage bootcamp logistics, and monitor the impact of these career development initiatives.

Community Groups

Come out on Friday night at 6:00pm to meet the local community groups! The leaders of the Trailblazer Community groups will be present to host giveaways, chat about upcoming presentations, and be a friendly face you can get to know! We are excited to welcome: The Dallas Developers Group, The Dallas Women in Tech Group, The Frisco Women in Tech Group and The Frisco Admin Group

DemoOrg DemoJam Brief: Exploring the Art of the Possible for DFW*ATW

The Dallas-Fort Worth Alliance of Technology and Women (DFW*ATW) is a nonprofit dedicated to increasing women’s participation in STEM careers. They provide networking, mentorship, leadership development, and professional growth opportunities.

However, one major wish list item remains unexplored: an external-facing membership portal to help DFW*ATW better engage members, sponsors, donors, and volunteers.

This Demo Jam challenge is about exploring what’s possible—not necessarily building a full implementation but demonstrating inspiring solutions that could shape DFW*ATW’s future roadmap.

During this year’s T-Digital StandUp Weekend, volunteers will implement a fully functional Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) org to support DFW*ATW’s internal operations, including:
✅ Grant Management
✅ Donor Management
✅ Program & Volunteer Management
✅ GREATMINDS Recognition & ignITe Programs

However, one major wish list item remains unexplored: an external-facing membership portal to help DFW*ATW better engage members, sponsors, donors, and volunteers.

This Demo Jam challenge is about exploring what’s possible—not necessarily building a full implementation but demonstrating inspiring solutions that could shape DFW*ATW’s future roadmap.

📌 Virtual DemoOrg DemoJam – Saturday, March 8 (3-5pm CT)
🔹 See the Demo Jammers in action & cheer them on!
🔹 Register: [https://zoom.us/meeting/register/NnTlN52USCGpb3oehlbrjw]

Meet the Team Leads