2024 All Access Pass

The 2024 All Access Pass includes education and networking opportunities in 2024, and is more than 25% in savings on PCMA Capital Chapter events! IN-PERSON registration Two (2) Sparkler events

February Lunch & Learn: Is AI “Applicable Intelligence”?: Using AI to Enhance Efficiency in Your Daily Workflow

Virtual

Is AI "Applicable Intelligence"?: Using AI to Enhance Efficiency in Your Daily Workflow Join us as we delve into AI and its applications in the events industry. This session is for business event organizers, DMO/NSO partners, and hotel sales professionals seeking practical strategies to integrate AI into your daily workflow and the tactical advantages to

March Lunch & Learn: Empowering Change: Advocacy in the Meetings & Events Industry – Unveiling the ‘Why,’ ‘How,’ and ‘Vote’

Virtual

Empowering Change: Advocacy in the Meetings & Events Industry - Unveiling the 'Why,' 'How,' and 'Vote' Join us for an insightful session delving into the crucial world of advocacy within the Meetings & Events industry. Explore the reasons behind advocacy efforts, learn effective advocacy methods such as hill visits and storytelling to policy makers, and

March 2024 Membership Networking Event

March 2024 Membership Networking Event Haven't seen your Capital Chapter colleagues since Convening Leaders? Let's fix that! Join us at next week's membership event to connect, share, and network. Your PCMA Capital Chapter community is the best way to interact with peers in the events industry. The relationships you build here will help you learn

2024 Global Meetings Industry Day

Walter E Washington Convention Center 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC, DC

Join us in celebration of Global Meetings Industry Day, to discuss and gain valuable insights on the current landscape of the business events industry and uncover strategies to conquer challenges that lie ahead. Programming will include a thought-provoking keynote on the state of congress and the 2024 election as well as a panel discussion amplifying

Capital Pride Parade

DC Capital Pride Parade   Join our Industry Pride Parade Alliance as we celebrate with the LGBTQ+ community and its allies at the historic Capital Pride Parade! This beloved tradition honors our history and acknowledges the evolution of the LGBTQ+ neighborhoods in Washington, DC, while respecting the origins and importance of taking to the streets

July Lunch & Learn: The State of DEI: Is it Dying or is it Evolving?

July Lunch & Learn: The State of DEI: Is it Dying or is it Evolving? Join us for a virtual and thought-provoking conversation on the state of DEI. As several states continue to introduce or pass anti-DEI bills, and corporations and associations reevaluate their DEI initiatives, we will take a look at what can we

August Spark: Excellence in Business Events

Spark Event: Excellence in Business Events Welcome to the August Spark: Excellence in Business Events, presented by the PCMA Capital Chapter. During the program, we'll set the stage for an immersive journey into the world of business events excellence led by PCMA's Visionary Awards finalists and winners. Location: Eaton Workshop & Michele's 1201 K St

Don’t Be a Drag, Just Be a Queen (or King)! Networking Event

September Networking Event: Don't Be a Drag, Just Be a Queen (or King)! Mark your calendars for a Capital Chapter favorite! Join us at this September membership event to connect, share, and network. Enjoy an evening of singing, dancing and hijinks with nationally recognized drag queens and local favorites while networking with friends and colleagues.

All Star Mixer: PCMA Capital Chapter/MPI Potomac Fall Networking Event

Get ready to score big at the Terra Club at Nationals Park with the all-stars of the meetings and events industry! We’re excited to invite you to an evening of great food, beverages, and unmatched camaraderie with PCMA Capital Chapter and MPI Potomac. This is your chance to network with top industry professionals while enjoying

December Lunch & Learn: Anticipating Tomorrow: Preparing for Change in the Events Industry

Explore proactive strategies for navigating change in the meetings and events industry after the 2024 election. Gain insights from industry experts on anticipating trends, adapting to regulatory shifts, and fostering resilience. Join us to unlock new opportunities in an evolving landscape. Date: December 12, 2024 Time: 12:00 - 1:30 pm ET Where: Virtual Registration Link