san francisco (Crohn’s) – San Francisco is set to become a global technology hub this week as it hosts Salesforce’s massive annual Dreamforce conference, which attracts nearly 50,000 participants from more than 150 countries.
The event, held at the Moscone Center, is expected to generate more than $130 million in revenue for the city, providing a major boost to local businesses and creating thousands of jobs.
Area businesses, such as Harlequin Restaurant and Bar, are preparing for the influx of visitors. Employee Cindy stressed the importance of hospitality, saying, “It’s the guests coming in. We want out-of-town people to come back to San Francisco.”
Despite the economic benefits, concerns have been raised about public safety. Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff called for increased security, suggesting the deployment of the National Guard. While the city currently has about 1,500 officers, Salesforce has hired hundreds of off-duty officers to patrol the area.
Convention-goers have mixed feelings about the city’s safety. One attendee commented, “I think it’s better than I expected, to be honest. It definitely seems like it’s coming in a really good direction.” Another noted the presence of homeless people but felt “completely safe here.”
With the launch of Dreamforce, local businesses hope the event represents a step toward revitalizing and revitalizing San Francisco’s economy.
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