Dear [Name]: An upcoming event that I would like to attend is RSA’s annual customer and partner event, RSA Charge. It is taking place October 21 - 23 in Chicago, IL and is an exclusive RSA user event that highlights RSA solutions as well as current industry security trends and challenges. Attracting the best and the brightest from around the world, it’s a valuable opportunity where I can connect with and learn from security peers about best practices and resources. The focus is also to learn how to improve our security posture and practice. This event would be the perfect way for me to gather knowledge and insights on [insert priorities here]. In addition, it will provide us with the opportunity to expand our organization’s professional network of security practitioners, many of whom, have overcome challenges we face today, helping us save precious time and resources. Finally, the content at this event allows me to earn CPE credits and enhance my development as a security professional. RSA Charge provides excellent value and will provide me with the opportunity to experience: 100+ RSA and customer-led sessions: implementation stories, best practices, tips and tricks, new use cases, and technical deep dives 30 hands-on labs run by RSA experts Interactions with experts to understand current and next-gen cyber threats Discussions on how to best protect and defend our organization Sessions designed to help understand advanced security solutions and critical incident response processes to maximize our investment in RSA products I am seeking approval for the registration fee and travel expenditures. Here is a complete breakdown of the costs: Registration Fee: (Choose the row that applies to you) Early Bird Registration: $595 if registered by July 10 Discount Registration: $695 if registered by September 18 Standard Registration: $795 if registered by October 20 On-site Registration: $895 Government Registration: $595 Group 3-4 discount of $50 per attendee Group 5+ discount of $100 per attendee Airfare: $[xxx] Hotel: (Choose the row that applies to you) Regular Rate: $249 - $299 + Taxes & Fees per night Federal Government Rate: Prevailing Rate Ground Transportation: Approximately $16 - $65 TOTAL: $[xxx] (Most meals are included in the event registration fee) I have enclosed more event details that help demonstrate the business value of RSA Charge. Please accept this proposal for me to attend this event in October. I’m confident in the significant return we would receive for the small investment. Thank you for your consideration. [Your standard close] 10 REASONS TO ATTEND RSA CHARGE 1. LEADING KEYNOTE SPEAKERS 6. HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE Hear from experts inside and outside the security industry – including Amit Yoran (RSA President), Adam Steltzner (Chief Engineer, NASA Mars Rover “Curiosity”), and more - as they address the people, process, and technology challenges to achieving security success today. See the complete suite of RSA solutions and test drive those you want to learn more about in a hands-on lab environment. 2. TECHNICAL DEEP DIVES See all the capabilities RSA solutions have to offer with technical sessions led by RSA product experts. Earn CPE credits too. 3.NETWORKING LIKE NO OTHER Where else can you find over 2,000 security professionals who share your same business concerns, and are solving them with RSA technology? 4. EXECUTIVE MEETINGS Take advantage of industry experts and executives gathered in one place. Schedule onsite meetings and make valuable in-person connections. 7. ACCESS TO RSA PARTNERS Gain insight into complementary technology and service offerings by visiting with RSA’s key partners. 8. STRATEGIC SESSIONS Hear about cutting edge security strategies and learn how to build, improve and implement yours successfully. 9. CUSTOMER PRESENTATIONS Hear first-hand accounts of implementation stories, best practices, use cases, tips and tricks and more. 10. ONE PLACE. ALL RSA SOLUTIONS Be a part of the only event that brings all RSA products under one roof – Security Operations, GRC Archer, Identity, and Fraud. 5. WORKING GROUPS AND ROUNDTABLES Meet with other organizations within your industry to discuss the specific challenges you face. Register: charge.rsa.com/register