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 Community workspace on Slack.

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New TUG Series: Exploring Tableau Next

The Exploring Tableau Next TUG series aims to connect users to explore Tableau Next, Tableau Agent, Pulse, Data Cloud, Agentforce, the Semantic Layer, and CRMA.

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

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Announcements

Announcing Tableau Next TUG-in-a-box kit

We’re rolling out a new content package to help you demo Tableau Next and Agentic Analytics at your next event. Click here for more details and to request access to the kit.

New reimbursement guidelines update

Reminder: A recent update to our reimbursement policy includes changes to in-person events and a focus on diverse audiences. Please review the new guidelines here.

Save the Date for DataFam Europe

The rumors are true — DataFam Europe is returning to London, December 2-3. Sign up now to be the first to know when registration opens.

First Steps for TUG Leaders

1. Join the Slack

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.

Join the channel

2. Bookmark the TUG Guidebook

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

Leader Guidebook

3. TUG Leader Mentorship

Request a mentor through the Slack workflow in the #tug-announcements channel, and we’ll match you with an experienced TUG Ambassador for personalised advice and regular mentorship sessions.

Let's Get Started with 4 Bitesize Training Videos

Creative Resources

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. Select “File” then “Make a Copy” to save this to your Canva account and edit. See more in this Canva Training Video.

Canva Assets

Creating Content

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.

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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 bookmarked workflow in #tug-help on Slack.

TUG Logos

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

Slides

Planning Your Event

Sourcing Speakers

Check out the Speaker Repository to find the perfect speaker for your next event. You can also submit a speaker request using the workflow on the #community-sourcing-speakers Slack channel.

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

Find a Speaker

Working with Partners

Check out the training video that outlines how you can work with existing Tableau Partners when hosting your next event.

You can find Partners who would like to support TUG events in the Partner Spreadsheet.

See the Training Video

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. Check out the swag demo for more information.

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

Order Swag

Submitting Your Reimbursement

Check out the Reimbursement Overview and Guidelines for steps on submitting your reimbursement. If you have questions, please use the workflow on the #tug-help channel on Slack.

Overview & Guidelines

Training to Help Grow Your Group

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.

Promoting Events

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.

TUG Leader Calls

Upcoming

2025년 9월 22일

Virtual Event

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

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

Past

2025년 9월 17일

Virtual Event

Q3 September 2025 EMEA/APAC Tableau User Group Onboarding Call

2025년 9월 16일

Virtual Event

Q3 September 2025 EMEA/AMER Tableau User Group Onboarding Call

2025년 8월 20일

Virtual Event

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

2025년 8월 14일

Virtual Event

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

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