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

Registration will open in February 2025. In the meantime, we encourage you to begin the conversation with your manager using the provided materials.

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.