<p>Dear Name:</p><p>I would like to attend the 2018 Dakota Software User Conference & Forum, which takes place in Las Vegas from September 19th – 21st. This conference will give me a chance to network with and learn from dozens of EHS professionals and experienced users of Dakota’s EHS compliance and risk management tools. </p><p>Last year’s event attracted EHS professionals from more than 60 companies including BASF, SYSCO, and Brother. The conference also features sessions with speakers from companies such as Verdantix, Abbott and KapStone. Conference sessions will cover the topics of EHS Compliance, Workplace Safety, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Management, and more. </p><p>Additionally, the conference offers basic and advanced training in all of Dakota’s software tools. Upon my return from the conference, I will share key takeaways, including: [choose all that apply]</p><p>- Strategies for improving our Environmental and Safety Compliance program - The ability to provide management with better decision support information including EHS Performance Metrics - A thorough understanding of Dakota’s products and roadmap of the software - Ideas for implementing new features such as (Proactive EHS Compliance, EHS Auditing Strategies, Management of Change, Training Management, Permit Compliance, Behavior-based Safety, Etc.) - Global Implementation Strategies - How to use Technology to Drive Culture Change - Industry Benchmarks & Trends</p><p>I am seeking approval for the following registration, travel, and accommodation expenditures. </p><p>Breakdown of Costs: [Contact us at [email protected] to see if these costs are included in your Statement of Work (SOW)] Conference: $[xxx] ($795 ($695 before 6/1/18), $0 if part of SOW) Training sessions: FREE (no additional cost) Meals: FREE (Lunch & Dinner on 9/19; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on 9/20; Breakfast on 9/21)) Transportation: $[xxx] (airport to hotel, etc.) Airfare: $[xxx] Hotel: $[xxx] (Special rates at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas) TOTAL $[xxx]</p><p>Dakota Software has negotiated a discounted rate of $199/night at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas if I book my hotel early. Therefore, I appreciate your prompt attention to my request. Thank you.</p><p>[Your Name] </p>