Canada Q1 - 2025 Meetups

Canada Q1 - 2025 Meetups

Hello Zoho Community!

Start your year with fresh insights into Zoho CRM’s latest updates and tools. Whether you're a CRM beginner or a experienced user, this meetup is crafted to help you optimise your processes and leverage new features. Explore practical ways to configure Zoho CRM, make your business processes more efficient, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. We hope you'll use this opportunity of meeting Zoho experts and peers as a head start and advance gracefully into the new year.

For the ones who are new, these Zoho User Group (ZUG) meetups are aimed to foster a stronger sense of community, as we provide a platform to exchange ideas, delve into the capabilities of Zoho solutions, and collectively navigate through the evolving landscape of business technology.

Register now for the city nearest to you: SAVE YOUR SEAT

Agenda for the Day

Session 1: Morning Session – Basics of Zoho CRM
Kickstart your morning with an interactive session designed for new users. Whether you're just getting started or need a refresher, this is the perfect opportunity to master Zoho CRM’s essentials.

Session 2: What’s New in Zoho CRM?
Dive into Zoho CRM’s major updates from 2024 and learn how to incorporate them into your workflows for better results.

Exclusive 1-on-1 Meetings with Zoho CRM Product Specialists
There is a addition to our regular meetups – exclusive one-on-one sessions with Zoho CRM product specialists!
Opportunity to connect directly with our experts, address your lingering queries, and receive personalized guidance tailored to your business needs.

Join Us for an Engaging Day of Learning and Networking! Add your questions as comments to this post, and don’t forget to register for the upcoming meetup.

Let’s kick off 2025 together with insights, learning, and community connections.

We can’t wait to see you there!


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