Ask Your Boss to Attend SIGGRAPH 2022

Dear [SUPERVISOR’S NAME],

You probably know about SIGGRAPH, the annual conference featuring the latest innovations in computer graphics and interactive techniques. This year’s four-day conference is celebrating its 49th year in advancing the industry, and it’s always been the place to exchange knowledge and learn about the latest innovations in the field. Many of the courses, talks, papers, panels, demos, and exhibitions are directly related to our work, and the people who contribute to and attend SIGGRAPH are leaders in our industry. And after two years of providing a virtual-only experience, SIGGRAPH 2022 is back with more participation options than ever before.

I’m writing to request your approval for me to attend SIGGRAPH 2022 [in person in Vancouver | virtually | both in person in Vancouver and virtually]. Here are some reasons why I should attend:

[To attend in person and virtually]

• I will elevate my knowledge by taking advantage of the hundreds of learning opportunities SIGGRAPH has to offer, including the latest research, courses, panels, sessions, and talks.
• Thousands of professionals attend SIGGRAPH each year. After years of virtual connection, I will grow our professional network in person by building relationships, exchanging ideas, and collaborating with the global community.
• SIGGRAPH is an invaluable investment of time and financial resources since there’s so much to see, do, and learn.
• Your investment in my registration extends beyond the in-person conference. I’ll have access to hundreds of pieces of content on-demand starting 25 July through 31 October.

[To attend in person only]

• I will elevate my knowledge by taking advantage of the various learning opportunities SIGGRAPH has to offer, including the latest research via posters, hands-on Labs classes, and installations.
• Thousands of professionals attend SIGGRAPH each year. After years of virtual connection, I will grow our professional network in person by building relationships, exchanging ideas, and collaborating with the global community.
• SIGGRAPH is an invaluable investment of time and financial resources since there’s so much to see, do, and learn.

[To attend virtually]

• I will elevate my knowledge by taking advantage of the hundreds of learning opportunities SIGGRAPH has to offer, including the latest research, courses, panels, sessions, and talks.
• Attending virtually means no travel expenses, less time away from work, and a quicker turnaround for sharing the things I learn.
• Even from my computer, I can connect with a global community of passionate computer graphics and interactive techniques professionals to grow our network and be inspired.
• Your investment in my registration extends over several months. I’ll have access to hundreds of pieces of content on-demand starting 25 July through 31 October.

The experiences and exhibition at SIGGRAPH are the tickets to the latest innovation. I can’t wait to explore how these ideas and advancements enhance the way we do our work. Here’s a breakdown of what it would cost for me to attend.

Approximate Cost of Attendance

[In-person/Virtual/Hybrid] Registration	$XXX.XX
Flight	$XXX.XX
Transportation (round trip from airport to hotel)	$XXX.XX
Hotel (at $XXX per night)	$XXX.XX
Meals (X days at $XX per diem)	$XXX.XX
Total cost to attend	$XXX.XX

If approved to attend, I am happy to submit a summary of my learnings and provide a review of the event to inform your decision on any future attendance by my colleagues.

Thank you for your consideration. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you would like to discuss or need additional clarification. I look forward to your reply.

To learn more about the conference and what’s included in my attendance, check out the SIGGRAPH 2022 website at s2022.siggraph.org.

Thanks,
[SENDER’S NAME]