Make the Case for Attending ACCESSE

Demonstrate how attending will drive impact within your STEM society

With budgets playing a significant factor in associations selecting where to allocate professional development dollars, we are aware that conference attendance often relies on the support of your organization and/or manager. We’ve got you covered! We've developed resources to show how attending will directly benefit both your professional growth and your organization’s mission.

Resources to Help You Advocate

• ROI Toolkit: Break down the tangible benefits and potential organizational impact of attending.
• Email Template: A pre-drafted message to help you request approval from your manager or executive director.
• Key Talking Points: Communicate the value of the conference with confidence and clarity.

Download the Resources

Additional Tips

• Check your professional development spending. Have you participated in much this year? It’s your time to shine!
• Research similar conferences to compare pricing and relevance to your work. (Hint: ACCESSE is the only conference designed for STEM society professionals!)
• Look at the full meeting schedule to see which sessions would most benefit your position. Bring these up in your next 1:1 meeting. (Note: the 2025 schedule will be released in Spring 2025)
• Consider future projects and whether meeting with our conference partners could benefit your work in 2025.