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Dear [SUPERVISOR’S NAME],

You probably know about SIGGRAPH, the annual conference featuring the latest innovations in computer graphics and interactive techniques. This year, SIGGRAPH 2024 is headed to Denver for five days of conference programming to jumpstart the next half century of computer graphics and interactive techniques excellence. The conference has always been the place to exchange knowledge and learn about the latest breakthroughs 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.

I’m writing to request your approval for me to attend SIGGRAPH 2024 [in person in Denver | remotely via SIGGRAPH’s Virtual Access option | via the Full Conference experience, which offers full, in-person programming in Denver and access to a selection of livestreamed and recorded content]. Here are some reasons why I should attend:

[To attend in person and virtually]

• I will push the boundaries of 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. 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 28 July through 1 September.

[To attend in person only with an Experience registration]

• I will push the boundaries of 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 featuring what’s next in art and tech.
• Thousands of professionals attend SIGGRAPH each year. 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 push the boundaries of my knowledge by taking advantage of the 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 far beyond the conference week. I’ll have access to livestreamed and on-demand content starting 28 July through 1 September.

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

[Full Conference/Virtual Access/In-Person Only] 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 2024 website at s2024.siggraph.org.

Thanks,

[SENDER’S NAME]