Any suggestions on how to politely request attendence to a meeting?

Question

I am writing a letter to invite some managers to a meeting/discussion but I'm not sure how to write the first few lines of the letter. I want to be polite, but I really want them to attend. Any suggestions on how to politely request attendence to a meeting?

Answer 1

Just say you will be holding a meeting on such and such date and time and location and YOU ARE INVITED!

Answer 2

R.S.V.P.

Answer 3

I would go along these lines:

I am holding a meeting/discussion on (date, time and place) covering (subject).  As I feel this (subject) will be invaluable (or whatever suits the subject) I would appreciate your attendance and your speedy reply.

Answer 4

how many managers?  

Answer 5

I cordially invite you to attend the meeting of "insert title" on the "insert date" at "insert location" on "insert time"

Answer 6

Here are a couple examples of what you can start with.

____would like to invite you to attend

a meeting to discuss the ___

We encourage your participation in this _____

____would like to extend you an invitation

to participate in a roundtable discussion ____

I have pleasure to invite you to

participate in the next meeting of ____

Your presence would be greatly appreciated

if you would attend the next meeting at _______

Your presence is requested at

the next meeting of _______