Knowing that the majority of SIGGRAPH conference attendees rely on their employers to fund their registration and travel in part or in full, we have developed the following value-based talking points for you to share with your boss.

1. Value
Learn all the latest techniques, tips, and technologies in one location at a very reasonable price. SIGGRAPH 2010’s exclusive educational programs offer the best return on investment for your organization’s training budget.

2. Hands-On Knowledge
Consolidate new knowledge and skills by working directly with the experts in the field. In SIGGRAPH 2010’s workshops and studios, you’ll develop the professional assets you need for another year of creative and business success.

3. Time Optimization
Explore the full spectrum of computer graphics and interactive techniques in one intense, rewarding week. At SIGGRAPH 2010, you’ll gain knowledge, contacts, and skills that could take over a year to acquire elsewhere.

4. Customization
Design the conference experience that delivers the best value for you and your organization. SIGGRAPH 2010 offers a very diverse range of sessions, experiences, and collaboration opportunities.

5. Industry Visionaries
Meet and exchange ideas with the superstars who created this dynamic field and the young visionaries who are building its future. They’ll all be in Los Angeles for SIGGRAPH 2010.

6. Connections
Join your friends and colleagues from around the world, and make invaluable new connections with the people behind the pixels. SIGGRAPH 2010 is the annual world headquarters of computer graphics and interactive techniques.

7. Essential Resources
Discover all the resources you need to support your creativity, improve your efficiency, and grow your business. The SIGGRAPH 2010 Exhibition features hardware, software, and services from the leading companies behind the pixels.

8. World-Class Animation and Visual Effects
Immerse yourself in this year’s best work in animated storytelling, scientific visualization, advertising, games, and feature films. The Computer Animation Festival presents five days of screenings, talks, panels, and live demos.

9. Los Angeles
Soak up the creativity, advanced technology, and business innovation that have made Los Angeles the world capital of digital media.

10. Inspiration
Leave Los Angeles with new skills, creativity, and energy, ready to rejuvenate your career and inspire your organization’s next phase of leadership in computer graphics and interactive techniques.