About Us
As the largest PCMA chapter, the PCMA Capital Chapter is known for its innovative and thought-provoking educational programming; caring and impactful community outreach initiatives; high energy networking events; engaging sponsorship opportunities and rewarding mentorship programs focused on the meetings and convention profession.
Join our local community and get involved! Volunteer, serve and experience the rewarding opportunities that the Capital Chapter delivers to its members all year long. You’ll learn and grow professionally – and have a lot of fun too!
PCMA’s Capital Chapter serves over 1600 members from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C.
The PCMA Capital Chapter is a CMP Preferred Provider. The program(s) identified with the CMP Preferred Provider logo meet the requirements to receive continuing education (CE) credit for the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential. The use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Events Industry Council of the quality of the session.
For more information about the CMP credential or CMP Preferred Provider Program, please visit www.EventsCouncil.org.
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Catch up on the latest events at PCMA Capital Chapter.
Get Hooked: Joint Networking Event with MPI Potomac Chapter
The Odyssey 211 N. Union Street, Alexandria, VAJoin MPI Potomac Chapter and PCMA Capital Chapter for our annual Joint Fall Networking Event aboard the Odyssey on Thursday, October 1, 2026. This year, we're setting sail from City
Accessibility Exchange: A Community Conversation
Join us for Accessibility Exchange, a monthly online discussion space dedicated to advancing accessibility in the events industry. Held on the first Thursday of every month, this open forum invites
October connectED: The Planner’s Tech Exchange: Connecting planners, technology and ideas to shape better events
DAR Headquarters 1776 D Street NW, Washington, DCA collaborative learning experience bringing together meeting professionals, technology providers and industry experts to explore how technology is being used in today’s events. Attendees will hear real-world case studies, explore current tech trends, exchange ideas with peers and get hands-on exposure to tools and solutions that can improve the planning and attendee experience. Key Takeaways Attendees will: Learn how planners are using technology to solve real event challenges. Explore current trends, tools and emerging applications, including AI. Share practical ideas, successes and lessons learned with peers. Compare technology approaches across different areas of event planning. Take away ideas and tools they
Accessibility Exchange: A Community Conversation
Join us for Accessibility Exchange, a monthly online discussion space dedicated to advancing accessibility in the events industry. Held on the first Thursday of every month, this open forum invites event professionals, advocates, and curious minds to come together for honest, community-driven conversations. This initiative is a collaboration between PCMA’s Capital, Pacific Northwest, and Rocky
Accessibility Exchange: A Community Conversation
Join us for Accessibility Exchange, a monthly online discussion space dedicated to advancing accessibility in the events industry. Held on the first Thursday of every month, this open forum invites
Celebrate!: Save the Date
Omni Shoreham Hotel 2500 Calvert St NW, Washington, DCCheck back for more information on this event, coming soon! Thank You to Our Annual Sponsors Registration Rates This event is included in the 2026 All Access Pass