Dear <Supervisor>,
ICBA is hosting its 2017 LEAD FWD Summit, November 6-7, 2017, at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch. I would like to attend this conference as it is the only nationally-recognized leadership event for community bankers. A detailed breakdown of costs associated with my attendance is included below.
The conference offers 16 CPE credits and includes numerous education sessions with content directly applicable to my work and leadership at the bank. The event also offers deep-dive education workshops focusing on emerging technologies, regulatory compliance, bank examination, bank profitability, and actionable leadership skills training that will strengthen my role.
After reviewing the conference brochure, I am looking forward to the workshops and learning labs listed below, because they are directly related to our bank’s top priorities. Receiving the information face-to-face will reduce research time and costs, and will allow me to ask questions of the industry experts, as well as connect with peers to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing their banks.
· <Insert Education/General Session topic/descriptions that directly apply to your goals>
The full LEAD FWD Summit fee is $995 for non-members who register after October 6, though as a member of ICBA, I can register for $595 prior to that date – a savings of $400.
<Insert your travel costs below.>
Here is a breakdown of LEAD FWD Summit costs:
· Airfare or Mileage: <$XXX>
· Hotel: <$XXX>
· Transportation: <$XXX>
· Meals: <$XXX> <Note, ICBA provides continental breakfasts and Lunches Monday & Tuesday/>
· Conference Registration Fee: <$XXX>
Total costs associated with attending the LEAD FWD Summit are estimated to be: <$XXXX>.
The opportunity to bring what I’ve learned back to our bank makes my attendance at ICBA’s LEAD FWD Summit a sound investment. In addition, I plan to share information, handouts and resources with my team members when I return. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
<Your Name>