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
DC Central Kitchen – Volunteer Event
DC Central Kitchen - Klein Center 2121 First Street SW, Washington, DCJoin the PCMA CC for a volunteer event at DC Central Kitchen on October 9, 2026, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. We are excited to work with the DC Central Kitchen culinary staff as well as students of its Culinary Job Training program to cut, chop, peel, and prep food in the kitchen for its afternoon prep shift. Every day, dedicated volunteers help to transform these ingredients into more than 10,000 balanced meals for our community. To learn more about DC Central Kitchen and its impact, please visit https://dccentralkitchen.org/. Registration is limited for this activity. Volunteers must register via the DC Central
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
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
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