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 Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) One (1) Spark event Two (2) Networking events Annual Meeting and Awards VIRTUAL registration Three (3) Lunch and Learns A

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 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

Spring Sparkler: Designing a Conference for All: Embracing Accessibility

Spring Sparkler Event: Designing a Conference for All: Embracing Accessibility During our Spring Sparkler, we will explore the crucial elements of designing conferences that are inclusive and accessible to all attendees. From physical spaces to new technologies, we will delve into strategies for accommodating diverse needs, ensuring that everyone can fully participate and engage, and

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?

Virtual

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

2024 PCMA Capital Chapter Board Interest Webinar

Are you eager to make a meaningful impact in the events industry? Join us for a PCMA Capital Chapter Leadership Interest Meeting, where you'll discover the transformative journey of becoming a volunteer leader. Hear first-hand accounts from seasoned trailblazers, explore the roles and responsibilities, and learn the simple steps to apply. This is your chance

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