Attendees at Annual Meeting
Celebrating 175 years of pharmacy excellence

Justification Toolkit

Showcase your value and get the funding you need to attend APhA2027 in Charlotte, NC, March 19-22, 2027.

Thank you for your interest in attending  APhA2027! We are happy that you recognize the value of attending this event to elevate your practice and make a difference in the pharmacy profession. However, we understand that justifying and securing funding for this attendance can be difficult. To guide you through communicating the importance of your attendance at  APhA2027, we have compiled this justification tool kit. Use the materials below to effectively communicate the professional value of  attending the largest national event dedicated exclusively to  pharmacy. 

Top benefits of you attending APhA2027

Why attend APhA2027?

APhA2027 is where pharmacy comes together.

As APhA celebrates 175 years of advancing the profession, thousands of pharmacists, student pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, researchers, residents, and industry leaders will gather in Charlotte to connect, learn, and shape what's next for pharmacy.

Whether you're looking to advance your career, discover innovative solutions, earn continuing education credit, or build meaningful professional connections, APhA2027 offers an experience designed to help you thrive in a rapidly evolving health care landscape.

Stay connected!

The relationships you build at APhA2027 can have a lasting impact on your career and practice.

Engage with colleagues from across the country, exchange ideas with thought leaders, connect with potential collaborators and mentors, and strengthen your professional network through countless opportunities to learn from and alongside your peers.

Whether you're attending your first Annual Meeting or reconnecting with longtime colleagues, APhA2027 is where the pharmacy community comes together.

 Learn, grow, and earn CE credit at APhA2027

With 4 days of dynamic programming and activity, APhA2027 delivers practical insights you can take back to your patients, practice, and team.

Explore topics addressing today's most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities in patient care, earn up to 100+ CE credits, and participate in countless networking opportunities with professionals from different practice settings.  Visit the  APhA2027  website  to explore the educational and advanced training offerings, centered around this year's theme, "Bold Past, Bright Future.” 

Discover innovations in pharmacy 

Explore  new technologies, products, services, and solutions  in  pharmacy at the exposition hall, where you can engage one-on-one with exhibitors. Attend presentation theaters for CPE sessions on breakthrough technologies, emerging therapies, and the latest advancements in the field. 

Leave Charlotte with new ideas, new tools, and new perspectives that can make an immediate impact.

Sample request memo

Reaching out to a supervisor for funding can be difficult, but investing in APhA2027 is an investment in yourself, your colleagues, and the patients you serve. To help you secure funding, APhA has developed the following sample memo to share with your supervisor to easily communicate the value of attending APhA2027.

Dear [Supervisor's name],

I am writing to request funding and time off to attend the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) 2027 Annual Meeting & Exposition (APhA2027) March 19–22, 2027, in Charlotte, NC. As APhA celebrates its 175th anniversary, this year’s meeting, themed "Bold Past, Bright Future," will convene pharmacy professionals from across the country to explore the latest advances in patient care, practice innovation, and the future of the profession.

Attending APhA2027 provides unparalleled access to cutting-edge industry insights, access to 100+ hours of CPE programming, and high-value networking with national leaders in pharmacy. The knowledge and relationships gained will support both my professional development and our commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Attendance will allow me to:

  • Strengthen our team’s capabilities and support our continued efforts to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in an evolving landscape.
  • Expand my clinical and professional expertise through 100+ hours of CPE credit, ensuring [our pharmacy/practice] remains informed about emerging clinical, regulatory, and practice-advancement trends.
  • Explore innovative technologies, products, and services that can enhance our workflow, improve patient outcomes, and support clinical decision making.
  • Build connections with pharmacy colleagues, national leaders, and industry partners to foster collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and future opportunities.
  • Gain insight into the future of pharmacy practice through nationally recognized speakers, thought leaders, and educational programming focused on innovation, advocacy, and patient care.

Registration includes full access to all educational content, the exhibit hall, and networking events.

Thank you for considering my request. I am confident that the knowledge, resources, and professional connections gained at APhA2027 will provide lasting value to our team and help us continue to advance patient care and clinical excellence.

Sincerely,

[Your name]

Dear [Supervisor's name],

I am writing to request funding and time off to attend the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) 2027 Annual Meeting & Exposition (APhA2027), March 19–22, 2027, in Charlotte, NC.

As APhA celebrates its 175th anniversary, this year’s meeting, themed "Bold Past, Bright Future," will provide me with access to 100+ hours of CPE, networking opportunities with pharmacy leaders, and sessions that will help me take the next steps toward growing my skills and knowledge as an evolving pharmacy professional.

Attending APhA2027 will allow me to:

  • Strengthen our team’s capabilities and support our continued efforts to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in an evolving landscape.
  • Expand my clinical and professional expertise through 100+ hours of CPE credit, ensuring [our pharmacy/practice] remains informed about emerging clinical, regulatory, and practice-advancement trends.
  • Explore innovative technologies, products, and services that can enhance our workflow, improve patient outcomes, and support clinical decision making.
  • Build connections with pharmacy colleagues, national leaders, and industry partners to foster collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and future opportunities.
  • Gain insight into the future of pharmacy practice through nationally recognized speakers, thought leaders, and educational programming focused on innovation, advocacy, and patient care.

Registration includes full access to all educational content, the exhibit hall, and networking events.

APhA2027 presents a unique opportunity to learn from experts, engage with the broader pharmacy community, and develop skills that will support my growth as a future health care professional. I am confident that the knowledge and experience gained will help me better serve our patients and contribute more effectively to our team.

Thank you for your consideration. I appreciate your support of my professional development and would be happy to discuss this opportunity further.

Sincerely,

[Your name]

Dear [Supervisor's name],

I am writing to request funding and time off to attend the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) 2027 Annual Meeting & Exposition (APhA2027), March 19–22, 2027, in Charlotte, NC.

Participating in this year’s meeting, themed "Bold Past, Bright Future," will provide me with access to materials and professional connections that will enable me to be an even greater asset to the pharmacy. From 100+ hours of CPE and networking opportunities with pharmacy leaders, to sessions that will help me take the next steps toward growing my expertise as a pharmacy technician, this meeting promises to be a guaranteed way to upgrade my skills.

Attending APhA2027 will allow me to:

  • Better support our team’s capabilities and our continued efforts to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in an evolving landscape.
  • Expand my clinical and professional expertise through 100+ hours of CPE credit, ensuring [our pharmacy/practice] remains informed about emerging clinical, regulatory, and practice-advancement trends.
  • Explore innovative technologies, products, and services that can enhance my workflow, improve patient outcomes, and support clinical decision making.
  • Build connections with pharmacy colleagues, national leaders, and industry partners to foster collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and future opportunities.
  • Gain insight into the future of pharmacy practice through nationally recognized speakers, thought leaders, and educational programming focused on innovation, advocacy, and patient care.

Registration includes full access to all educational content, the exhibit hall, and networking events.

APhA2027 promises to be the leading opportunity for pharmacy professionals to grow and share, and I am looking forward to upgrading my expertise!

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

[Your name]

We look forward to seeing you at APhA2027 and appreciate your efforts to join your national colleagues! See you in Charlotte!