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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Upcoming Events
Catch up on the latest events at PCMA Capital Chapter.
Don’t Be a Drag, Just Be a Queen (or King)! Networking Event
Arlington Cinema & Draft House 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VAGet ready for a night of fierce fun, fabulous entertainment, and unforgettable connections! Join us for Don’t be a Drag, Just be a Queen (or King) Networking Event - where business meets boldness and laughter is guaranteed. Featuring dazzling drag performers (and a few of our very own talented members!), this is your chance to
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
August connectED: AI That Works: Real Tools. Real Workflows. Real Results
Concorde 2011 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VAAI is changing the way we work—but where is it creating the greatest impact for event professionals? Beyond content creation, artificial intelligence is helping planners, associations, hotels, and supplier partners save time, improve decision-making, personalize attendee experiences, and streamline event operations. Join event industry strategist Nick Borelli for an interactive session exploring how AI is
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
Save the Date: September Lunch & Learn
VirtualCheck back for more information, coming soon!
Save the Date: Get Hooked
Check back soon for more information on our fall networking event with MPI Potomac Chapter!
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
October connectED: Save the Date
DAR Headquarters 1776 D Street NW, Washington, DCCheck back for more information on this event, coming soon! Thank You to Our Annual Sponsors Continuing Education The PCMA Capital Chapter is a CMP Preferred Provider. To ensure that you receive proper credit for attending this event, please be sure that you have opened a free account at (https://eic.learningbuilder.com/account/login) with the Events Industry Council BEFORE the event. Registration Rates This event is included in the 2026 All Access Pass Planner Member - $45 Planner Non Member - $60 Supplier Member - $65 Supplier Non Member - $80 Student - $20 Cancellation Policy: Registrants may cancel up to 7 days before
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 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