Hi [Manager’s Name],

I’d like to attend EmTech AI this April. It’s MIT Technology Review’s signature conference for AI leadership and one of the most credible, business-focused AI events available. I believe attending would directly support our priorities for 2026 by helping us navigate fast-moving changes in AI and make better strategic decisions.

Why I think it’s worth the investment:

Unmatched MIT credibility
The conference is held on the MIT campus, where much of today’s foundational AI research originates. The content is grounded in evidence, not hype, which means the insights I bring back will help us make clearer, lower-risk decisions around AI adoption and integration.

Direct access to experts who shape the field
Speakers don’t just present; they stay to answer questions and engage. This gives us the rare chance to stress-test our AI plans with people driving the next wave of innovation. It’s an opportunity to refine our roadmap, avoid costly missteps, and validate where we are focusing our efforts.

Editorially curated, business-first content
MIT Technology Review’s editors design the agenda to cut through noise and translate AI advances into practical guidance. I’ll return with a sharper understanding of what’s real, what’s emerging, and what will matter most to our operations in 2026.

High-value peer networking
The event includes AI leadership roundtables that bring together people tackling the same AI challenges as us. Comparing approaches with other leaders can help us uncover efficiencies, de-risk decisions, and identify opportunities we may not be seeing internally.

Between the insights, the expert access, and the strategic takeaways, I’m confident this would deliver strong ROI for our team and put us in a great position in 2026. I’m happy to provide a detailed summary and action-oriented recommendations after the event.

Best,
[Your Name]