Re: CLO Symposium 2018 Proposal

[Insert Name],

I am requesting approval to attend CLO Symposium 2018, March 26-28, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Conference for L&D, OD, HR and Business Professionals

Created by Chief Learning Officer magazine, CLO Symposium 2018 brings together corporate learning, HR, talent and other business-related professionals to examine the forces driving corporate educators to adapt the learning experience and the most effective ways to remain relevant in this rapidly changing environment. (See attached brochure.)

+ Valuable Content

The three-day program features a wide range of high-level educational sessions, including workshops showcasing successful initiatives, the CLO Power Hour session, featuring a series of narrative TED-style talks from learning practitioners, presentations by chief learning officers and learning industry influencers plus keynotes offering fresh perspectives on shaping the composition and capabilities of the workforce.

+ Networking with Respected Organizations

I also will have valuable opportunities to network and problem-solve with like-minded professionals at leading companies, receiving on-the-ground intelligence about how new strategies and solutions perform at their respective organizations.


+ Impact on [INSERT NAME OF ORGANIZATION] Initiatives

Attending CLO Symposium 2018 is an outstanding opportunity for me to gain new knowledge and actionable strategies I can apply to my work and current projects, including:

·  <insert project>.

·  <insert project>.

·  <insert project>.


Equals Increased Success

Upon my return, I would be happy to debrief my colleagues by sharing the major strategies, key takeaways and action items I have learned while at CLO Symposium 2018. I have provided a breakdown of approximate costs on the next page.

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to your reply.

Regards,

<Insert Your Signature>

The ROI for CLO Symposium 2018 makes it a real value.Here’s a breakdown of my approximate conference costs:

Airfare: $xxx

Ground Transportation: $xxx

Hotel: $xxx

Meals: $xxx

Conference Fee: $xxx

Total Cost: $x,xxx


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Recertification credit hours can be earned toward both HRCI and SHRM certifications.

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Re: CLO Accelerator and CLO Symposium 2018 Proposal

[Insert Name],

I am requesting approval to attend CLO Symposium2018, March 26-28, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as well as a two-day, pre-conference executive development course, CLO Accelerator.

Conference for L&D, OD, HR, and Business Professionals

Created by Chief Learning Officer magazine, CLO Symposium 2018 brings together corporate learning, HR, talent and other business-related professionals to examine the forces driving corporate educators to adapt the learning experience and the most effective ways to remain relevant in this rapidly changing environment. (See attached brochure).

+ Valuable Content

The three-day program features a wide range of high-level educational sessions, including workshops showcasing successful initiatives, a series of narrative FASTalks from practitioners, presentations by chief learning officers and talent economy influencers, plus keynotes offering fresh perspectives on shaping the composition and capabilities of the workforce.

+ Networking with Respected Organizations

I also will have valuable opportunities to network and problem-solve with like-minded professionals at leading companies, receiving on-the-ground intelligence about how new strategies and solutions perform at their respective organizations.


+ High Touch Learning Experience
For two days prior to CLO Symposium 2018 (March 24–25), there is an additional educational opportunity for new CLOs and aspiring learning leaders like myself. CLO Accelerator is an intensive, executive prep course led by a faculty of chief learning officers with Fortune 500 experience, including McDonalds, Marriott, Lowe’s, General Mills and TATA International. CLO Accelerator is designed to prepare students to tackle head-on the challenges facing their organization and industry.

+ Impact on [INSERT NAME OF ORGANIZATION] Initiatives

Attending CLO Symposium 2018 and the CLO Accelerator is an outstanding opportunity for me to gain new knowledge and actionable strategies I can apply to my work and current projects, including:

·  <insert project>

·  <insert project>

·  <insert project>


All Equals Increased Success

Upon my return, I would be happy to debrief my colleagues by sharing the major strategies, key takeaways and action items I have learned while at Symposium18. I have provided a breakdown of approximate costs on the next page.

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to your reply.

Regards,

<Insert Your Signature>

The ROI for CLO Accelerator and CLO Symposium 2018 make these events a real value.Here’s a breakdown of my approximate conference costs:

Airfare: $xxx

Ground Transportation: $xxx

Hotel: $xxx

Meals: $xxx

CLO Accelerator Course $xxx

Conference Fee: $xxx

Total Cost: $xxxx


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Recertification credit hours can be earned towards both HRCI and SHRM certifications.