Dear <MANAGER>,

In an effort to continually improve my value to our company, I am requesting permission to attend GeoConvention 2018 in Calgary from May 7 to 9, 2018. The gathering will provide me with access to important technical information and networking opportunities. This joint annual convention of the Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists, the Canadian Society for Petroleum Geologists and the Canadian Well Logging Society attracts some of best technical content from within the geosciences in Canada and world-wide. Networking opportunities allow for conversations with the technical and industry leaders of more than 1500 companies.

I feel that attending GeoConvention will help me grow professionally as an integral part of <COMPANY NAME>. The technical sessions that will most greatly benefit me and our company include: <INSERT SESSIONS>. In addition to the technical program, I have also identified the following exhibitors to visit in order to learn first-hand their latest products, technologies and services: <INSERT EXHIBITORS>.

Below are some of the benefits that the Annual Meeting will provide <EDIT AS NECESSARY>:

  • As an APEGA member, GeoConvention can provide an important contribution to my Continuing Professional Development. Attendance at GeoConvention counts as CPD hours in APEGA's Informal Activity category that includes attendance at conferences and industry trade shows.
  • With full technical breadth, there are many sessions discussing Western Canada issues, a full day dedicated to Canadian Frontier Basins and another day to International Case Studies.
  • It offers an exceptional speaker lineup of industry leaders and technical experts.
  • The Exhibition Hall showcases leading companies displaying the latest in products, technologies and services.
  • Networking opportunities with industry professionals from within the geosciences and engineering are available.
  • As an integrated technical event covering all the geosciences and related engineering, GeoConvention best fits my role within the company and at only <$ ENTER RATE AS APPROPRIATE> Canadian, is about half the registration cost when compared to similar conferences. <IF CALGARY-BAED, INCLUDE: In addition, as a local convention, travel costs will be minimal.>

This is a great opportunity for our business to grow as a result of what I will learn. Thank you for your time in considering this important educational opportunity.

Sincerely,

YOUR NAME>