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You recognize the value of attending ABA’s Annual Convention. However, to attend, you’ll need to secure approval from your bank. By using this justification kit, you’ll find everything you need to present your business case, including a letter template that can be customized to suit your needs.
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Dear <CEO’s name>,
I am requesting approval to attend ABA’s Annual Convention with you virtually, October 17-19, 2021, as part of the Live Plus Five registration option.
Having researched education and networking opportunities for emerging leaders, ABA’s Annual Convention provides the deep insights needed to help our bank evolve with our customers and the industry. By attending with you, I’ll be on a path toward growing in my career, becoming a stronger leader and expanding my network.
The content is top-tier and features speakers with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Sessions such as Take the Transformational Banking Journey—Don’t Be Left Behind!, The Future of Work, The “Building Better Lives for Everyone!” Philosophy, and Eliminating Conflict in a Multi-Generational Workforce are just a few of the sessions exploring trends and emerging issues in financial services.
There will also be plenty of opportunities to engage with industry providers throughout the program, allowing me to help find solutions to our bank’s business challenges.
To top it off, Saturday Night Live’s Colin Jost will close out the convention with a bit of funny and personal inspiration.
I have included an outline of the costs below. Please let me know if there is additional information I can provide.
<The numbers in brackets below will need to be adjusted to reflect the current pricing. All registration fees are listed on the convention’s website>.
Sending five staff to attend live would cost the bank thousands in transportation, housing and meals, in addition to the registration fee. Here is the breakdown of costs when taking advantage of the Live Plus Five rate:
Live Plus Five: [$XXXX] (each additional colleague after five: $495)
Airfare for five colleagues: $0
Lodging for five colleagues: $0
Meals for five colleagues: $0
As you can tell, I am extremely enthusiastic about this opportunity and the benefits that both I and <insert bank name> will realize as a result of my attendance. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
<your name here>
Get updates on ABA Annual Convention as we develop this year's program. Contact Traci Leiva if you have any questions.