22002323 SASALELESSFFOORRCCEE PPAARTNRTNERER EECCOOSSYYSSTEMTEM EEQUQUAALLIITTYY RREPEPOORTRT 88 04 Salesforce Impact Accelerator Program We recently launched our Salesforce Impact Accelerator program, which is designed to support business growth and entrepreneurship among underrepresented Salesforce Consulting Partners in the U .S . Using a hands- on, collaborative learning approach, we provide the tools partners need to successfully build their Salesforce business, including identifying new growth opportunities and building long-lasting relationships . The inaugural cohort of 14 entrepreneurs kicked off in January 2023 . The Salesforce Impact Accelerator is one of a kind. Experiencing a space to identify new areas for growth, gain valuable knowledge, and collaborate with experts and peers has played an essential role in planning the future of CRMified and is critical to fostering an equitable ecosystem for entrepreneurs behind us.” Joshua Hoskins Architect & Founder, CRMified Supporting diverse partner community groups Salesforce also supports three diverse partner-led community groups to help diverse-owned businesses thrive: Black-Owned Salesforce Entrepreneurs (BOSE) Salesforce Women Founders Group LatinX Founders Group Events designed with URM partners in mind Since launching our equality initiative in 2021, Salesforce has been honored to host and participate in over 40 industry events and conferences with diverse-owned partners . These events are designed to celebrate their achievements, hear their feedback on challenges and opportunities, and strengthen connections among partners across the ecosystem . Our involvement has ranged from Salesforce executives providing leadership guidance to connecting partners directly to customers . We also ensure diverse-owned business owners who are interested in becoming certified Salesforce partners gain valuable insight from current Salesforce partners to help guide them as they learn about the opportunities available to them .