Justification Toolkit

Benefits of Attending

The 2026 AABB Annual Meeting is more than just a meeting - it's a chance to stand at the forefront of science, strengthen your impact, expand your knowledge and professional network, and bring new momentum to your team and your career.

Benefits for Your Facility

Attending AABB2026 is a strategic opportunity to bring meaningful value and up-to-date practices to your facility.

• Practical solutions for the challenges of today: Education sessions offer real-world expertise across a range of operational, regulatory and clinical issues facing your team.
• Actionable takeaways: Attendees return with updated best practices, tools and examples that can be implemented into their facility.
• Cross-disciplinary content: The AABB Annual Meeting brings together professionals from across the blood and biotherapies field, allowing attendees to gain a broad perspective of the field.
• Technology and innovation: The latest products, services and tools will be showcased in the Exhibit Hall.
• A commitment to science: Through your employees' attendance, your facility demonstrates its dedication to evidence-based care and continuous improvement.

Benefits to Your Career

AABB2026 supports your professional growth by connecting you with the science, expertise and community that drive progress.

• Expand your network: Build lasting relationships with peers, mentors and collaborators with whom you can connect to share insights and support.
• Earn CME/CE credits: Fulfill your continuing education requirements through both live and recorded education sessions.
• Get more involved in the field: AABB2026 is the perfect place to learn about the many ways you can get more involved as an AABB member, including committees, sections, becoming an assessor and more.
• Expert-led education: Learn directly from the real-world experts who are currently working and leading advances in the field.
• Stand with science: Connect with a community who shares your commitment to evidence-based care and advancing the field together.

Letter to Your Supervisor

Help explain to your supervisor the benefits of attending the Annual Meeting by customizing this sample letter to include details about how the meeting will allow you to attend education sessions that directly relate to your work. Be sure to include information that will show your supervisor that the meeting will be beneficial to not only you but your institution.

Download the Justification Letter

Follow-Up: Document the Value of Your Annual Meeting Participation

Be sure to follow up with your supervisor by reporting on your meeting experience. The following checklist presents suggestions for follow-up with your supervisor after the meeting.

• Review and identify educational and any other programs that are applicable and most valuable for your organization.
• Attend those specific sessions first before attending others.
  
• Write a short description of sessions attended that are identified as “most valuable” and identify any application for the business.
• Document any client interactions, both formal and informal.
• Document any competitive intelligence.
• Write a summary following the meeting and submit it to your supervisor.