Get Approval for Your Trip to
Anaheim in 3 Easy Steps
Excited about the 40th anniversary of MD&M West in 2025 but not sure if your company will give you the green light? Don't worry! We've got a handy guide and a downloadable justification letter to help you make your best pitch to your manager. Let's make it happen!
Step 1: Identify the objectives of your company and yourself
Understanding the goals your business wants to achieve as well as your personal professional goals can help you search for solutions within the Informa Markets Engineering West event to best convince your superior. List your company priorities, whether it be cutting costs, automating your processes, sourcing new suppliers and technologies, or staying ahead of upcoming trends.
Step 2: Learn More About MD&M West
Browse through our exhibitor & product list, education schedule, and additional networking events that will support your company’s goals best. Once you’ve figured these out, start thinking about how you can best implement these into your strategies and operations to give yourself the best chance for approval.
Step 3: Create and Send a Formal Request to Your Boss
Using what you’ve learned from step 2 can best set yourself up to write up a proposal to your boss. It’s important to describe what and when the event is, important features it offers, and how it can assist your business and professional goals.
We know you’re busy; that’s why we created a sample justification letter to save you time and give you the best chance for approval. Click the link below to download your letter, fill in the gaps to explain your circumstance, and then you’re ready to pitch!
We hope to see you in Anaheim California, February 3-5, 2026!
Explore Our Four Industry Sectors
Browse our interrelated manufacturing sector pages to learn more about the companies, products, and education we offer for automation, design & manufacturing, MedTech, and plastics.
Share your latest innovations in medical design and manufacturing, attracting industry professionals in cardiovascular care, medical device manufacturing, general healthcare and more.
Learn More »
Our automation sector brings together the latest technology in robotics, sensors, motion control and automated systems, to boost efficiency and meet demand for everyday goods domestically and beyond.
Learn More »
Blueprint the manufacturing industry’s next prototypes and help it scale-up across diverse specialties, including IT & computers, additive manufacturing, software, and design & production for industries ranging from aerospace & defense to consumer goods.
Learn More »
Play a crucial role in product and material development across various industries, driving efficiency, sustainability, and eco-friendliness within plastics manufacturing across the medical device, automotive, agriculture, aerospace, and food & beverage industries.
Learn More »
Site Links
Helpful Links
Official Media
Recognitions
#MDMWest