Want to Attend PWC? Here’s How to Ask.
You should not have to use a personal day or pay out of pocket without first showing your employer how this conference can benefit both you and your organization.
Your employer is more likely to say yes when you clearly explain what you will bring back.
Position PWC as professional development—not simply a day away from work.
Skills You Can Use
Select sessions that connect directly to your role, goals and workplace responsibilities.
Ideas You Can Share
Return with new tools, practical strategies and takeaways you can share with your team.
Connections That Matter
Meet professionals, leaders and business owners from multiple industries.
Local Development
Access a full professional-development experience without the cost and travel of an out-of-state conference.
One day designed to create value long after the conference ends.
Use these points when explaining the opportunity to your employer.
Big-picture ideas and perspectives from experienced leaders.
Choose the sessions that best support your role and development.
Connect with professionals, employers and decision-makers.
A full-day conference experience in one convenient location.
Return ready to share ideas and apply what you learned.
Create an email you can send to your manager.
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Subject: Professional Development Request — PWC 2026
Hello [Manager’s Name],
I would like to request approval to attend the Professional Women’s Conference on October 28, 2026, at Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa in Michigan City.
The conference includes three keynote presentations, nine breakout-session options and networking with professionals and leaders from multiple industries.
As a [Your Role], I plan to focus on sessions related to leadership development.
I am requesting approval to attend and would appreciate consideration for the company to cover the registration cost and allow attendance as a professional development opportunity.
I will bring back key takeaways, practical tools and ideas that can be shared with our team and applied within my role.
The individual conference ticket is $229 and includes the full day of programming, breakfast and lunch.
Thank you for considering this request. I would be happy to share the sessions I plan to attend and the specific outcomes I hope to bring back to our organization.
Thank you,
[Your Name]
Make it easier for your employer to say yes.
Connect it to your role.
Explain which sessions support your current responsibilities, goals or upcoming projects.
Offer to share what you learn.
Volunteer to provide a short recap, resource list or team discussion after the conference.
Explain the local value.
PWC provides high-quality professional development without airfare or extended travel.
Ask about bringing a teammate.
Shared learning can create stronger conversations and more momentum when you return to work.
Invest in the women who invest in your organization.
Bring your team for a full day of practical professional development, fresh ideas and meaningful connection.