Convince Your Boss  

This email template highlights the value of attending PASS Summit, use it to help get your boss on board in 2026.  

Dear [Insert Manager’s Name], 
 
I’m writing to request approval to attend PASS Data Community Summit 2026. 
 
*Please delete any sections and update pricing based on the event(s) you plan to attend.* 
 
PASS Summit East 2026 (Chicago): 
Thursday, May 7, 2026 – Friday, May 8, 2026 
PASS Summit East offers 2-days of high‑value technical sessions, networking, and hands‑on learning in a focused East Coast–accessible format. 

PASS Summit Europe 2026 (Frankfurt): 
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – Thursday, June 11, 2026 
This event brings the PASS Summit format to the European continent for 2 days, offering more intimate networking opportunities with the same high-quality content.  

PASS Summit West 2026 (Seattle): 
Monday, November 9, 2026 – Wednesday, November 11, 2026 
PASS Summit West delivers the flagship PASS Summit experience across 3 days, with the highest number of sessions, broadest technical coverage and most extensive networking opportunities. 

My research shows that this event will deliver exceptional return on investment through best‑in‑class training, networking, and content. Last year’s attendees were hugely positive about their experience: 

Here is an approximate breakdown of costs: 

Airfare:[insert $ here]
Transportation:[insert $ here]
Hotel (2 nights at ~$250):$500 [adjust as needed]
Dinner (3 days at $50):$150 [adjust as needed]
Conference Ticket:[insert $ here]

I am happy to prepare a post‑conference report summarizing key learnings and recommendations to share with the wider team.

Thank you for considering my request. I look forward to discussing this opportunity.

[Your Name]