Is It Unconscious Bias or Ignorance?
Author: Annette M. Suriani, CMP, CFMP, DES | AMS Meeting Solutions | PCMACC DEI Committee Member I grew up in the 70’s in New York City. The melting pot, the
Chapter News
September is Hispanic Heritage Month
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
Who Should Champion Employee Wellness?
Author: Dana Johnston, CMP | Director of Corporate Strategic Partnerships | American Gastroenterological Association August is National Wellness Month. How would you rate your wellness? If you are like most
PCMA CC Summer Sponsorship Update
Author: Geralyn Krist, CMP-Fellow, DES | Global Account Executive | ConferenceDirect While we are in the middle of the summer enjoying warm days and breezy nights, your Sponsorship Committee is
Old Dog, New Tricks: Navigating my Limited Mobility World
Author: Cyndie Graddy, CMP, DES, HMCC | Director of Events | Capital Association Management In the United States, July is Disability Pride Month. It marks the 1990 enactment of the
Juneteenth—Not just another day off
Author: Robin Troutman | Deputy Director | National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities While the country celebrates the beginning of summer and the end of school, we are also
PCMA Capital Chapter Communications Committee: What’s New In “The Chatter”?
The communications committee is working hard to produce the second quarter issue of the Chatter! Watch for it in your inbox in the next couple of weeks. Here’s features you
We Put the PRIDE in Meetings and Events
Author: Laurie Nelson-Choice | Visit Baltimore | PCMA CC DEI Committee Chair This past Saturday members of the PCMA Capital Chapter marched in the Capital (DC) Pride Parade, an event
Star of the 1st Quarter, 2023!
Congratulations April Russell, Star of the 1st Quarter 2023!
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
May 2023: AAPI Heritage Month
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
“The Chatter” Q1 is Here!
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
Stress Awareness Month April 2023: Finding Your Chill as We Get Back to Business
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
PCMA Capital Chapter Communications Committee: What’s New In “The Chatter”?
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
Women’s History Month 2023: Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
PCMA Capital Chapter Communications Committee: Be Featured in The Chatter!
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
Black History Month 2023: Black Resistance
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
Convening Leaders 2023 – What “To Don’t” and “Disagreeable Givers”
Author:Will Trokey, CMP | National Accounts Director, Visit Greater Palm Springs As synonymous as the ball dropping in Times Square is to ringing in the new year, PCMA members were
Message from the President | January 2023
Author: Mary Kreins | 2023 PCMA Capital Chapter President Happy New Year! With PCMA Convening Leaders behind us, we’re excited about the year ahead. The past few years have been
Meeting Sustainably Series: Regenerative Events – Progress, Not Perfection!
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
Message from the President | December 2022
According to National Geographic, “navigation is the art and science of determining the position of a ship, plane or other vehicle, and guiding it to a specific destination.”
Tips to Staying Healthy During Winter Travel
As the Covid-19 pandemic evolved and more information about transmission became available, guidance about staying healthy while traveling has recently centered on the impact of talking, sneezing, and coughing.
Native American Heritage Month
Very few people remember or know that November is also the month for commemorating the sacrifices and important contributions of the first American people; myself included prior to writing this article.
Message from the President
According to National Geographic, “navigation is the art and science of determining the position of a ship, plane or other vehicle, and guiding it to a specific destination.”
PCMA Foundation Stepping Up Chapter Challenge
All PCMA Chapters are coming together this fall, leading up to Convening Leaders 23 in Columbus, OH, to celebrate all that PCMA is doing for our communities; to foster engagement with members, to promote collaboration across chapters, to generate fun competition/rivalry, and to support our industry friends.
Message from the President
Symbolically, the Fall season represents a time of “plenty, ripening, harvest, and abundance.” At the same time the season can symbolize, “decay and decline.”
Coffee & Conversations: Episode 3
Coffee & Conversations is a must see conversational series of industry professionals sharing their stories and offering advice and strategies to those interested in pursuing a career in the meeting
PCMA HQ Convening Leaders 2023 Scholarships
Don't miss out on your opportunity to apply for one of the many PCMA Scholarships available for Convening Leaders 2023. Sponsored by the PCMA Foundation. Deadline to apply is September 15th.
Celebrating the Contributions of Hispanic Americans
From September 15-October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success.
Message from the President
Winston Churchill said, “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” In today’s climate for business events, it is easy to let volunteerism slip down the list of what’s important and what’s not important.
Coffee & Conversations: Episode 2
Coffee & Conversations is a must see conversational series of industry professionals sharing their stories and offering advice and strategies to those interested in pursuing a career in the meeting
Wellness Series: Unique Ways to Keep Attendees Active
Encouraging attendees to stay active during a conference is a well-established best practice in Meetings Management. Providing examples of tips and tactics to stay well on the road gets the information to your audience, but what if you want to take it a step further?
Message from the President
The “dog days” of summer originated from the Greeks and Romans associating the hot summer months to the sun appearing alongside Sirius, the brightest star in the constellation Canis Major.
Women’s Equality Day
Women's Equality Day is a celebrated US holiday that is on August 26th to commemorate the 1920 adoption of the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution.
Now Accepting Applications for 2023 Board and Leadership Positions
Volunteerism is a crucial component and at the core of the continued success of the Capital Chapter and PCMA.
Meet Sustainably Series: From Checklist to Strategy
As the largest Earth and space science society, a thriving, sustainable, and equitable future is the AGU north star.
Message from the President
For every road trip, you must decide who is driving. It is a serious responsibility but one that can be fun if you get to control the radio! On our Capital Chapter Road Trip, we are in the process of selecting drivers for next year.
Sign up for the PCMA Trust Partner Mentorship Program
Are you looking for a way to give back and share your expertise with students or individuals new to the industry?
32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
It’s now been 32 years since this landmark law was passed. It affirms and protects the fundamental rights of people with disabilities — the right to equal opportunity, economic self-sufficiency, independent living, and equitable participation in every aspect of American life.
2023 Board Nomination & Application Announcement
The PCMA Capital Chapter Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations and applications for officer and director positions for the 2023 Board of Directors.
Message from the President
Half-time rituals at sports events include marching bands, time for spectators to stretch and grab refreshments and for the athletes, time to rest and review what is working and what is not working.
Living Wage and the Hotel Housekeeper
Because of the uncertainty of how COVID-19 was transmitted and consumers wanting limited exposure by people coming into their room, hotels began limiting housekeeping to once every 3-4 days unless requested.
Why Juneteenth?
On June 16, 2021, the House passed legislation for President Joe Biden to sign into law, Juneteenth (June 19) as a Federal Holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans. It is also often observed for celebrating African-American culture.
Girls on the Run – Volunteer Opportunity
The PCMA Capital Chapter Community Service committee has the following volunteer opportunity for all PCMA members. Girls on the Run (GOTR) NOVA is currently seeking volunteers for our season ending
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
AAPI Heritage Month began in 1977 as a ten-day celebration of Asian Pacific American contributions to this country. In 1992, the celebration expanded to the entire month of May.
Message from the President
Networking is vitally important in the business events industry particularly through the pandemic when all face-to-face interaction ceased. For many people, the pandemic also changed the value we place on time.
Meet Well Series: Helping You and Your Attendees Eat Healthier on the Road
Getting back into traveling after years of being remote can be tough. We will break down how to prioritize healthy eating for yourself and your attendees.
Star of the 1st Quarter!
Congratulations Anthony Molino, Star of the 1st Quarter 2022!