Tableau User Group Leader Hub

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Welcome to the Tableau User Group Leader Hub! This is your one-stop shop for everything you need to run your user group effectively. Here, you'll find links to essential resources, training videos, and recordings of TUG Leader calls and sessions.

This group is exclusively for our dedicated Tableau User Group Leaders. Join this group to stay updated on new quarterly events, trainings, and more. We will also keep you informed via email and our Tableau User Group Leader Slack workspace.

Stay connected, stay informed, and lead your user group with confidence!

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Upcoming Events

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Past Event Recordings

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New TUG Series: TC25 Community Encore

The TC25 Community Encore TUG series aims to connect users to skills, new features, and strong community bonds.

By getting involved, you'll get extra promotion for your TUG! In addition, we have pre-packaged slides and full TUGs in a Box available.

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In case you missed it....

Q1 TUG Leader Call

This week’s Q1 TUG Leader Call provided a platform to welcome new leaders and to share important updates. Jen Shepherd, Madison TUG Leader and TUG Ambassador, discussed the Community Leader Retreat and the new Code of Conduct, emphasizing the importance of happy and successful leaders. Sam Priddy from the Tableau Community Learning Team introduced the upcoming Data + AI Toolkit and other resources to support leaders in their events. If you missed it, check out the recording below!

Upcoming Events

30 jun 2025

Virtual Event

TUG Tips: Live! June Edition (AMER/EMEA Friendly)

Come talk to other TUG leaders, ask questions, share what you're doing, and learn what others are doing.

7 jul 2025

Virtual Event

Tableau User Group Leader Q2 Call 2025 (EMEA/APAC Friendly)

Join us for the Q1 TUG Leader Call, where we greatly appreciate your invaluable contribution to our Tableau Community. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to gain insights into program updates, learn from our leaders, and ask questions about all things TUG. Contact usergroups@tableau.com with any questions.

7 jul 2025

Virtual Event

Tableau User Group Leader Q2 Call 2025 (EMEA/AMER Friendly)

Join us for the Q1 TUG Leader Call, where we greatly appreciate your invaluable contribution to our Tableau Community. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to gain insights into program updates, learn from our leaders, and ask questions about all things TUG. Contact usergroups@tableau.com with any questions.

Leader Resources and Guidance

TUG Guidebook

The Tableau User Group Leader Guidebook is your comprehensive resource for all things related to being a TUG leader.

Top tip: Bookmark this essential document!

Tableau User Group Leader Guidebook

TUG Leader Mentorship

The TUG Leader Mentorship Program offers guidance and support to both new and established TUG Leaders. Request a mentor through the Slack workflow in the #announcements channel, and we’ll match you with an experienced TUG Ambassador for personalised advice and regular mentorship sessions. Elevate your leadership and strengthen your TUG today!

Request Mentorship using the workflow link in #tug-help

Data for All Canva Assets

Use the Data for All assets on Canva to create your own designs to promote your TUG on Socials, use on slides and for your TUG home page. Remember to select “File” then “Make a Copy” to save this to your Canva account and edit. Can

Data for All Canva Assets

Ordering Swag

Swag credit will go to active groups every July and January. Qualifying groups have hosted 2+ events in the previous 6-month period.

Active groups are granted a $300 (USD) swag store credit.

The next opportunity to qualify for swag store credit will be in June, for groups that have hosted 2+ events between 1 Jan and 30 June.

How to order swag - demo video

Order from the Tableau Store

Useful Slides

The Slides for User Group Events deck has been crafted for Tableau User Group leaders and includes content and updates to share at User Group events.

Feel free to duplicate and select the slides that best suit your agenda!

Check out the Tableau Toolkit and Style Guide to align with our Global Brand Creative.

Slides for User Group Events

TUG Leader Style Guide

Submitting your Reimbursement

Check out the Reimbursement Overview and Guidelines for steps on submitting your reimbursement.

If you have questions, please post on the #reimbursement-help channel on Slack.

Reimbursement Overview and Guidelines

Sourcing Speakers

Check out the Speaker Repository to find the perfect speaker for your next event.

If you'd like to volunteer to speak at a User Group, please fill in the speaker form.

Remember, you can also submit a speaker request using the workflow on the #sourcing-speaker Slack channel.

Find a speaker in the Repository

Volunteer to speak using the Speaker Form

TUG Logos

Organised by Region, Belonging and Product, you can find a logo for your User Group that can be used for your event page, signage or social media.

If a logo doesn't exist for your group, you can request one using the workflow in #random on Slack.

Find your TUG Logo

Request a TUG Logo using the workflow link in the #tug-sourcing-content channel

Slack Guidance

As a TUG Leader, you have access to the Community Workspace on Slack and our dedicated TUG Leader channels. If you do not see tug-announcements in your sidebar, please email usergroups@tableau.com

Slack's the place for you to ask questions, hear the latest announcements and network with other the DataFam from across the globe. We recommend that you complete the Slack Basics and Slack Etiquette modules on Trailhead.

TUG Channel Guide

Trailhead Module: Slack Basics

Trailhead Module: Slack Etiquette and Productivity

Leader Training Videos

Onboarding Video

Available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, these videos provide all the essential information you need to kickstart your Tableau User Group. From organising your first event to engaging your community, these guides cover everything to help you lead with confidence and success.

You can watch the video in the following languages:

English

Spanish 

Portuguese

Growing your Group

TUG Ambassadors Ethan Lang (Veterans Advocacy TUG) and Jen Shepherd (Madison TUG) host an open forum for TUG leaders. Dive into discussions on overcoming challenges related to finding, recruiting, and retaining an active TUG membership. This training session focuses on the art of building and sustaining member engagement. Gain valuable insights and strategies to enhance the vibrancy of your TUG community.

Bevy Training

Explore the platform, engage in a brief demo, and have your questions answered by the Bevy team. This dedicated session is designed to enhance your understanding of the platform, providing valuable insights and addressing any queries you may have - unlock the full potential of the Bevy experience.

Working with Partners

Hear from Cheryl Stanton, Partner Advisor at Tableau, as she guides TUG leaders on effective collaboration with Tableau Partners. We have a list of partners happy to host TUG events in their offices. Reach out to these partners using details in the repository below:

User Group Events in Partner Offices

Data Literacy Initiative

Sam Priddy, Tableau's Senior Data Skills Program Manager, presents on the Data Literacy Initiative and shares resources that you can share with your TUG members.

Event Promotion

Ateken Abla, Tableau's Community Content Specialist, reveals expert strategies for leveraging Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube to promote your Tableau User Group Events. Gain insights into maximizing pre and post-event engagement and discover what Tableau looks for when spotlighting community-generated content on official social media channels.

Content Creation

Hear from Alyssa Jenson, Tableau's Community Content and Event Specialist, for an insightful session on crafting irresistible content for your TUG events. Discover the secrets behind generating engaging topics, creating eye-catching titles, and securing dynamic speakers.

TUG Top Tips

Level-up your TUG leader game by unlocking the potential of your Tableau User Group events with these condensed pro tips from seasoned leaders and TUG Ambassadors, Ella Worsdale and Laura Sandford.

Past Events

19 jun 2025

Virtual Event

Q2 June 2025 EMEA/AMER Tableau User Group Onboarding Call

19 jun 2025

Virtual Event

Q2 June 2025 EMEA/APAC Tableau User Group Onboarding Call

21 may 2025

Virtual Event

TUG Tips: Live! May Edition (AMER/EMEA Friendly)

15 may 2025

Virtual Event

TUG Tips: Live! May Edition (APAC/EMEA Friendly)

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