How to Convince Your Boss to Send You to World Workplace

Ready to attend World Workplace but need to convince your boss? We’re here to help you make the case.  

Join us September 17–19 at the Minneapolis Convention Center for the largest conference and expo for facility professionals. World Workplace is where facility leaders from around the world come together to explore what’s next in the built environment, connect with peers and bring fresh ideas back to their teams. 

This year marks two major milestones as we celebrate IFMA’s 45th anniversary and 30 years of hosting World Workplace. If you want to be part of it but need help getting the green light, we’ve got you covered.

Why attend World Workplace? 

Education with real-world impact 

World Workplace is more than a conference. It’s an immersive learning experience where you will hear from top minds in facility management on topics like workplace strategy, operations, leadership, sustainability and more. Every session is designed to give you actionable takeaways you can apply to your role. 

As a bonus, certain education sessions also qualify for continuing education credit! 

Global networking 

You’ll also connect with peers and experts from across the world, so you can discover what’s working across industries. By attending World Workplace, you will have many opportunities to connect with peers, industry experts and potential collaborators.  

Related: First-Time Attendees Guide to World Workplace 

Drive strategic value for your organization 

Let’s talk ROI because we know that’s what your leadership wants to see. 

World Workplace helps you bring measurable value back to your organization. Whether it’s discovering new technologies in the expo hall, learning new ways to make your facility more efficient from the education sessions or finding vendors to streamline operations, this event supports your team’s success from every angle. 

You’ll return equipped to: 

• Solve current challenges with new tools and insights 

• Implement smarter, more sustainable practices 

• Improve occupant experience and operational efficiency 

• Grow your leadership skills and professional credibility 

The best part? The relationships and knowledge you gain extend well beyond the event. World Workplace is where long-term industry partnerships are born. 

Make it a team experience 

Attending solo is great, but bringing a colleague or your whole team is even better. 

Split up sessions, compare notes, and come back aligned on ideas and next steps. Think of it as a team retreat with built-in professional development. Plus, group discounts make it easy to attend together. If your organization has four members attending, we’ll cover the fifth for free.

Ready to make the formal ask? 

We’ve made it easy. Just download our "Convince Your Boss" letter template, to clearly outline how attending World Workplace benefits you, your team and your organization. 

From breaking down costs to showing how you’ll implement what you learn, this tool helps you make a compelling case for why you should attend.