<p>Dear [Insert Manager’s Name],</p><p>I would like your approval to attend the IndustryWeek Manufacturing & Technology Conference & Expo (IW M&T Expo), the only event designed to keep manufacturing decision-makers at the forefront of manufacturing’s digital transformation. It is taking place May 8-10th in Raleigh, NC.</p><p>Here are just 5 quick reasons I think it would be great for me and for our company:</p><p>1. It is attended by over 1,500 senior manufacturing professionals from all over the country. I will be able to meet with speakers and attendees at networking events, have mini-brainstorming sessions, and make new connections for our company. </p><p>2. It has dozens of actionable, in-depth sessions by speakers from companies that can share tangible examples and real-life case studies presented by manufacturers focusing on lessons learned and best practices that we can immediately utilize for our business. </p><p>3. I can “Go to the Gemba” with a tour of a leading North Carolina plant. I can see how one of the top companies runs its operations and bring it back to us. </p><p>4. There are a great series of workshops where I can take an in-depth dive into a topic. The workshop is included in my conference pass.</p><p>5. Finally, there is an expo floor with 100+ manufacturing and technology exhibitors showcasing the latest tools, techniques, and products, where I can then connect with them directly to discuss our needs and pain points so we can work more efficiently and effectively.</p><p>Here are some of the sessions that are of specific interest to me:</p><p> [Insert Session/Tour/Workshop title, day, and time]</p><p> [Insert Session/Tour/Workshop title, day, and time]</p><p> [Insert Session/Tour/Workshop title, day, and time]</p><p> [Insert Session/Tour/Workshop title, day, and time]  [Insert Session/Tour/Workshop title, day, and time]</p><p>Here are a few of the exhibitors that I can meet:</p><p> [Insert Vendor]</p><p> [Insert Vendor]</p><p> [Insert Vendor]</p><p>I’ve broken down the approximate cost of my attendance below:</p><p>Airfare/Travel: $[COST] Hotel: $[COST] Event Registration: $[COST] (change if you register early)</p><p>Total: $[TOTAL COST]</p><p>Upon my return from the IW M&T Conference, I will share key takeaways, including those that we can implement immediately to maximize our advanced manufacturing and technology efforts, and impact our bottom line. I know we’ll quickly recoup the investment you’ll be making by approving this request. </p><p>The IW M&T Conference has negotiated various early bird discounts for registration and hotel accommodations which would reduce the cost significantly if I register early. Therefore, I appreciate your immediate attention to my request. You may even visit the event website at http://mfgtechshow.com. Thank you for your consideration.</p><p>Sincerely,</p><p>[Your name here]</p>