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SUMMARY:November Lunch & Learn: The LinkedIn GLOW UP: How To Create A LinkedIn Profile That Gets Noticed
DESCRIPTION:There’s a high possibility that you aren’t using a marketing tool that has a significant ROI – your personal brand. LinkedIn is the most powerful professional online networking tool and an essential element in building your digital presence and personal brand. \nYet\, many people struggle to effectively showcase their expertise and put themselves out there. Why do they struggle? LinkedIn is overwhelming\, daunting\, and confusing. \nThat’s where this training comes in! This isn’t just another dry\, dull LinkedIn training—it’s a hands-on\, culturally relevant\, high-energy workshop designed to transform how you showcase your expertise and industry knowledge. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n🌟 An eye-catching cover photo that speaks to your industry and personality\n🌟 A magnetic LinkedIn Headline that boosts your visibility\n🌟 A framework to develop an About section that highlights your career narrative \nLearning Outcomes: \n➡️ How to craft a career narrative that speaks to your expertise and doesn’t sell you short.\n➡️ The confidence to share your knowledge in engaging content on LinkedIn.\n➡️ The elements of an effective digital presence. \nSpeaker:  \nPortia Obeng is a social media strategist and LinkedIn coach with over 10 years of experience in social media strategy and content management. She helps people level up on LinkedIn\, gain clarity\, and make more money. \nThere’s a huge skills gap in personal branding and digital presence\, and she loves using fun teaching methods to fill this gap. People leave her interactive workshops with motivation\, clarity\, and confidence. She’s also first gen Ghanaian and enjoys dancing\, roller skating\, live music\, and reading romance novels. \n  \n  \nThis event is eligible for Continuing Education (CE) credit from the Events Industry Council (EIC). Attendee emails used during registration must match the attendee EIC profile to receive credit. Verifying credit is a responsibility of the attendee\, not PCMA\, nor the chapter. For more information\, visit https://www.pcma.org/help-faqs/
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/nov25-lunch-learn/
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SUMMARY:2025 All Access Pass
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 All Access Pass includes education and networking opportunities in 2025\, and is more than 25% in savings on PCMA Capital Chapter events! \nIN-PERSON registration \n\nTwo (2) Sparkler events\nGlobal Meetings Industry Day (GMID)\nOne (1) Spark event\nTwo (2) Networking events (including Drag)\nAnnual Meeting and Awards\n\nVIRTUAL registration \n\nThree (3) Lunch and Learns\n\nA registration code will be sent via email prior to each event. \nRegistration Fees:\n \n\n2025 Partner Plus All Access Pass\nYou now have an opportunity to host clients and save! Supplier Members can purchase the Partner Plus pass which includes a pass for themselves and a planner to each event. \n2025 Partner Plus Cost: $565 \n**NEW*** For Planner Organization Package (POP!)\nNow you can purchase a Planner Organization Package that includes up to three registrations for the All Access Pass Events! \n2025 Planner Organization Package: $675 \n\nTerm & Conditions\nThe pass is transferable to allow optimum attendance for your organization. \nPlease notify the chapter office at capital@pcma.org if you are unable to attend one of the events\, or if you would like someone else to attend in your place. The Chapter requires three business days notice. \nAll Access Pass is available for PCMA Capital Chapter Members Only. \nCancellation Policy: Once purchased\, the All Access Pass is not refundable.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/2025-all-access-pass/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:2024 All Access Pass
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 All Access Pass includes education and networking opportunities in 2024\, and is more than 25% in savings on PCMA Capital Chapter events! \nIN-PERSON registration \n\nTwo (2) Sparkler events\nGlobal Meetings Industry Day (GMID)\nOne (1) Spark event\nTwo (2) Networking events\nAnnual Meeting and Awards\n\nVIRTUAL registration \n\nThree (3) Lunch and Learns\n\nA registration code will be sent via email prior to each event. \nRegistration Fees:\n \nNEW! 2024 Partner Plus All Access Pass\nYou now have an opportunity to host clients and save! Supplier Members can purchase the Partner Plus pass which includes a pass for themselves and a planner to each event. \n2024 Partner Plus Cost: $455 \n  \nTerm & Conditions\nThe pass is transferable to allow optimum attendance for your organization. \nPlease notify the chapter office at capital@pcma.org if you are unable to attend one of the events\, or if you would like someone else to attend in your place. The Chapter requires three business days notice. \nAll Access Pass is available for PCMA Capital Chapter Members Only. \nCancellation Policy: Once purchased\, the All Access Pass is not refundable.
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SUMMARY:Global Meetings Industry Day - Meetings Matter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the the 2023 Global Meetings Industry Day Event!\nTogether\, we continue to pave the way for a brighter future. Join leaders in the meetings industry to discuss solutions to the current issues we are all facing.\n.\nLet’s tell our story to elected leaders and the media that meetings\, events and business travel is essential to our country.\n.\nNetwork with your colleagues! #GMID2023 #MeetingsMatter\n.\nAgenda: \n3:00 pm – 4:00 pm — Welcome & 1st Panel\n.\nState of the Industry From All Sides \nJoin us for an open conversation about the state of the meeting industry. Transform challenges and move to thrive! Hear top leaders of the industry discuss the challenges event professionals will face in the next few years.\n.\n.\nMary Kreins\, CASE\nPresident\nPCMA Capital Chapter\n.\n.\n.\nPhil Rappoport\nPresident\nMPI Potomac Chapter\n.\n.\n.\nHunter Clemens\, CAE\, CMP\nChairman\nAssociation of Meeting Professionals (AMPs)\n\n. \n\n\n..\nClaudia Maurer\, CEM\nChair\, IAEE DC Chapter\n.\n.\n.\n.\nModerator – Robin Troutman\n.\n.\n.\n. \n\n4:00 pm – 4:15 pm — Break\n.\n4:15 pm – 5:15 pm — Chapter Updates & 2nd Panel\n.\nThe Voices of Our Industry\nOur voices matter\, together we can promote the value of face-to-face meetings and events that positively impact local\, national and global economies. Our panelists will discuss how we can actively engage policymakers\, business professionals\, educators and young professionals to raise the overall awareness of the meetings and events industry through a single\, powerful voice.\n.\n.\nTommy Goodwin\nVice President\, Government Affairs\nExhibitions & Conferences Alliance\n.\n.\n.\nEric Johnston III\nDirector – Federal Government Affairs\nMarriott\n.\n.\n.\nNicole Porter\nVice President\, Political Affairs – PAC and Grassroots\nUS Travel Association\n.\n.\n\n.\nModerator – Sandy Yi-Davis\nFounder & Head of Event Design\nStrategic Meeting International\n.\n.\n5:15 pm – 5:30 pm — Wrap up & Closing\n.\n5:30 pm – 7:00 pm — Networking Reception\n\n\nMartha’s Table was selected as the PCMA Capital Chapter Charity of the Year. Every week 5\,000 families turn to Martha’s Table for healthy food – more than double the number of visitors from before the pandemic.\n​​​​​\nPlease bring trail mix\, goldfish\, and granola bars to ALL of our Capital Chapter events. Your healthy snack donations will help the 200+ neighbors experiencing hunger who rely on Martha’s Table for their meals. If you’re unable to attend\, please consider a cash donation! \n\nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code. \nCE Credit: PCMA CC has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the below-listed continuing education courses\, which qualify for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC’s endorsement or assessment of education quality. This event qualifies for 2.0 CE credits. \n\n\n\nGMID Presenting Partner\n\n\n\nVenue Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAudio/Visual Sponsor\n\nRegistration Desk Sponsor\n\nAnnual Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/gmid-2023/
LOCATION:Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center\, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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SUMMARY:2023 All Access Pass
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 All Access Pass includes education and networking events in 2023\, and is 25% in savings on PCMA Capital Chapter events! \nIN-PERSON registration \n\nTwo (2) Sparkler events\nGlobal Meetings Industry Day (GMID)\nOne (1) Spark event\nTwo (2) Networking events\nAnnual Meeting and Awards\n\nVIRTUAL registration \n\nThree (3) Lunch and Learns\n\nA registration code will be sent via email prior to each event. \nRegistration Fees:\n \nThe pass is transferable to allow optimum attendance for your organization. \nPlease notify the chapter office at capital@pcma.org if you are unable to attend one of the events\, or if you would like someone else to attend in your place. The Chapter requires three business days’ notice. \nCancellation Policy: Once purchased\, the All Access Pass is not refundable.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/2023-all-access-pass/
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SUMMARY:Spring Back to Business
DESCRIPTION:What do two of the best business events industry organizations have in common? Amazing leaders\, innovative culture\, comradery\, diversity – you say? These are all true\, but what makes these characteristics possible is our phenomenal members\, and it’s time to get to know one another in a new and innovative way. \nPlease join MPI Potomac and PCMA Capital Chapter as we spring back to business with our first ever “Edu-networking” event. \nThursday\, May 26th\, 2022 \n4pm-8pm\, EDT\nOmni Shoreham Hotel \nWe’re all feeling a little rusty these days when it comes to networking at business events. Let’s get back to basics with a short presentation and panel discussion on member engagement and networking. \nThen apply what we’ve learned during our interactive networking session. We’ve pulled out all the stops with garden games on the hotel patio and gardens\, cocktails\, demonstrations\, and plenty of time to meet new people and catch up with those we haven’t seen in a long time. We even have a few surprises up our sleeve. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nHow to engage members that have canceled their membership or stopped participating in their respective chapters.\nHow to network in our next normal business environment\nWhat have we learned from virtual networking and how can it enhance in-person networking of the future?\nHow networking is now different for planners and suppliers and what can be done to strengthen relationships.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuppliers:\nRegister as a Supplier Plus and your registration includes you and two planners. \nPlanners:\nWant to attend but don’t have the funds?  Let us know and we can find you a sponsor. Please contact MPI Potomac at info@mpipotomac.org or 202-422-5186 to be added to the list. \n\nMeet the Speakers:​​​​​​\n​​​​Moderator:\nTyra Dyson\, CMP\, DES\nNational School Boards Association \n\n\n\n\n. \n. \n\n\n\n\n\nCheryl Jamall\nACJ Meetings & Events \n. \n. \n\nMargaret Miller\, CMP\nMaritz Global Events \n. \n. \n\nTravis Peterson\nMarriott International \n. \n. \n\n\n\n\n\nWill Trokey\, CMP\nVisit Charlotte \n. \n.\n.\nThank You to Our Sponsors
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/spring-back-to-business/
LOCATION:Omni Shoreham Hotel\, 2500 Calvert St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch and Learn: The RFP of the Future
DESCRIPTION:Visitor sentiments in 2019 were already shifting\, but the last two years have expedited the process greatly while also simultaneously providing a heightened awareness of the value of the industry. The attendee and event needs have changed and have put both Destination Experts and Business Events Strategists in a place where the “next normal” provides an opportunity for deeper evaluation\, deeper partnership and deeper impact. The industry has pushed pause on the copy and paste RFP and officially welcomed the “RFP of the Future”. \nLearn what the key factors are for both the destinations and event strategist in the sourcing and selection process\, and more importantly how they can work together to maximize ROI for all stakeholders. \nStick around after the presentation for an Unplugged Session from 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm. This open discussion forum will be moderated by Stephen Jackson\, Associate Director of Sales for Visit Raleigh. \nCE Credit: PCMA CC has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the below-listed continuing education courses\, which qualify for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC’s endorsement or assessment of education quality. This event qualifies for 1 CE credit. \nRegistration Fees:\n$10 for Members\n$20 for Non-Members\n$0 for All Students \nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code. \nMeet the Panel\n\nModerator:\nConnie Samuels\, MBA\, CMP\, DES\nDirector\, Events & Education\nNational Association of Professional Employer Organizations \n  \n\nDarryl Diamond\, CMP\nSenior Meeting Manager\nTalley Management Group \n  \n\nBrandon Hall\, CMP\nDirector of Sales\, Florida\nDiscover The Palm Beaches \n  \n\nCheri Fairchild\, CMP\nNational Sales Manager\nCaesars Entertainment National Meetings and Events \n\n  \n  \nThank you to our Sponsor!\n 
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/the-rfp-of-the-future/
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SUMMARY:Martha's Table - Joyful Grocery Bagging
DESCRIPTION:While many of us have slowly started going back to our routines\, we should not let our focus shift from the individuals still struggling on a daily basis in our backyard. PCMA Capital Chapter Community Service Committee has continued our partnership with Martha’s Table to assist our neighbors who are still facing an uphill challenge and are food insecure. We are looking for volunteers to participate in the Joyful Grocery Bagging where we’ll build bags with a menu of vegetables\, fruits\, and pantry items. Martha’s Table distributes these bags of groceries at designated meal distribution sites. Space is limited so please sign up now using the registration button below! \n\nEvery Washingtonian deserves the opportunity to thrive. \n\nFor new volunteers who do not already have an existing account with Martha’s Table:\nStep 1 – Create an account using this link\nStep 2 – When prompted to add a Join Code use:  pcmacc.\nStep 3 – Sign up for Joyful Grocery Bagging on May 3 \n  \nIf you have volunteered with Martha’s Table before and already have an account:\nStep 1 – Sign into your account using this link\nStep 2 – Click on Events on the top of the screen\nStep 3 – Sign up for Joyful Grocery Bagging on May 3 \n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/marthas-table-may-2022/
LOCATION:Martha’s Table at The Commons\, 2375 Elvans Rd SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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SUMMARY:Global Meetings Industry Day - Meet Safe
DESCRIPTION:New Road. New Journey. New Opportunity. #meetsafe\nThursday\, April 7\, 3:00 – 6:00 pm (Registration is now closed)\nThe GMID education event will take place at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in the Atrium Ballroom on April 7th from 3:00pm-5:00pm followed by a networking reception. \nAgenda \n2:30 Registration Opens\n3:00 Welcome | Marcus Eng\n3:20 Looking Towards the Next Generation of Advocates |  Dr. Erinn Tucker-Oluwole\, Ethan Davis\n3:40 How and Why to Advocate | Robin Troutman\n3:50 Break\n4:05 The Future of the Meetings and Events Industry | Desiree Knight\, Michael Massari\, Martha Sheridan\n4:45 Closing Remarks\n5:00 Networking Reception \n\nRegistration Options\n \nThe education session on Thursday\, April 7 will be offered both virtually and in-person. When registering\, please select Virtual or In-Person prior to selecting your membership category. \n\nCOVID-19 Guidelines\nThe safety and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority for the Capital Chapter.  We will be implementing the following guidelines: \n\nProof of full vaccination will be required and verified prior to entrance. There will be no exceptions to this policy. Unfortunately\, with the current transmission rates we will not be offering in-person access with proof of negative COVID-19 test results for non-vaccinated people.  We do invite and encourage anyone to join us via the virtual platform and receive the full content of the event.\nAttendees are strongly encouraged to wear masks while not actively eating or drinking.\nProtect yourself by frequent hand washing and minimizing face touching.\nDo NOT attend if feeling ill or if you have had recent COVID-19 exposure.\n\n\nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code. \nCE Credit: PCMA CC has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the below-listed continuing education courses\, which qualify for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC’s endorsement or assessment of education quality. This event qualifies for 1.5 CE credits. \n\nThank you to our Partners\nVenue Sponsor\n\nPresenting Partner\n\nAudio Visual Sponsor\n \nPhotography Sponsor\n\nSignage Sponsor\n\nPromotional Video Sponsor
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/gmid-2022/
LOCATION:Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center\, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch and Learn: Cybersecurity for Events: Protecting Yourself in a Digital World
DESCRIPTION:These days it seems that event organizers are more focused than ever on protecting their attendees with new health and safety protocols at the forefront. With the ever-evolving shift of virtual and hybrid programming and the influx of event technology available\, are you doing enough to ensure that your attendees’ information and company’s reputation are protected from cyber threats? \nJoin us for a Virtual Lunch and Learn featuring cybersecurity expert James McQuiggan\, Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4\, as he shares top tips for keeping your data safe from cyber criminals. \nWe will cover top event risks to consider in your cybersecurity awareness plan including protecting the personal identifiable information of your attendees\, staff\, and vendors\, how to evaluate your vendors’ security practices\, how venues can be prepared and protected from cyber threats\, and how to develop simple habits to protect your data with a small amount of effort and a big impact. Security is not limited to the physical world. Register today and learn how to protect yourself and your events from cyber threats! \nStick around after the presentation for an Unplugged Session from 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm. This open discussion forum will be moderated by Stephen Jackson\, Associate Director of Sales for Visit Raleigh. \nSpeaker:\n \nJames McQuiggan: Security Awareness Advocate\, KnowBe4 \nClick here for a preview! \nJames McQuiggan is a Security Awareness Advocate for KnowBe4. Prior to joining KnowBe4\, McQuiggan worked for Siemens for eighteen years where he was responsible for various roles\, including his most recent as Product & Solution Security Officer for Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy. In this role\, he consulted and supported various corporate divisions on cybersecurity standards\, information security awareness and securing product networks. In addition to his work at Siemens\, McQuiggan is also a part-time faculty professor at Valencia College in the Engineering\, Computer Programming & Technology Division. \nJames is a CISSP and within the central Florida community\, he is the President of the Central Florida (ISC)2 Chapter where he supports cybersecurity professionals with education and networking opportunities. Working with the Center for Cyber Safety and Education\, he has taught the Safe and Secure Online education and awareness program to over 7\,000 students\, parents\, teachers and the “life-experienced” (seniors) to ensure they understand the dangers of the internet. \nCE Credit: PCMA CC has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the below-listed continuing education courses\, which qualify for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC’s endorsement or assessment of education quality. This event qualifies for 1 CE credit. \nRegistration Fees:\n$10 for Members\n$20 for Non-Members\n$0 for All Students \nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code. \nThank you to our Sponsor!\n 
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/cybersecurity-for-events-protecting-yourself-in-a-digital-world/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220109T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113325
CREATED:20211206T150514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211222T163420Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA Capital Chapter Convening Leaders Reception
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with your PCMA Capital Chapter as we kick off Convening Leaders!\nJoin your PCMA Capital Chapter friends and colleagues for our annual reception! \nYou will have an opportunity to network with old and new friends in one of Bellagio’s premier meeting space.\n2022 Chapter president\, Marcus Eng\, will kick off the reception followed by networking\, drinks and snacks. \nDon’t wait…space is limited so register now! \n\nLocation\nBellagio Hotel & Casino\n3600 S Las Vegas Blvd\nLas Vegas\, NV 89109 \nTransportation to and from the reception will be on your own. \n\nCOVID-19 Guidelines\nThe Capital Chapter will be following the guidelines set forth by PCMA for the Convening Leaders Conference.   \n\nPCMA will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for all participants attending Convening Leaders 2022 at Caesars Forum.\n\nYou will need to pickup your Convening Leaders badge from the main registration prior to checking in at the Capital Chapter reception.  Registration hours are:\nSaturday\, 1/8: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nSunday\, 1/9: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM \nPlease see their Health & Safety page for more information. \n\nThank you to our Sponsors!\n \nPhotography Sponsor
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/convening-leaders-reception/
LOCATION:Bellagio Hotel & Casino\, 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd\, Las Vegas\, 89109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T235900
DTSTAMP:20260825T113325
CREATED:20211214T135809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T221125Z
UID:5738-1639558800-1648857540@capital.pcma.org
SUMMARY:2022 All Access Education Pass
DESCRIPTION:The deadline to purchase is Friday\, April 1\, 2022\nThe 2022 All Access Education Pass includes registration to the following\, and is a 30% savings on PCMA Capital Chapter events! \nIN-PERSON registration \n\nTwo (2) Sparkler events\nGlobal Meetings Industry Day (GMID)\nOne (1) Spark event\nTwo (2) Networking events\nAnnual Meeting and Awards\n\nVIRTUAL registration \n\nTwo (2) Lunch and Learns\n\nRegistration code will be sent via email prior to each event. \nRegistration Fees:\nThe pass is transferable to allow optimum attendance for your organization. \n  \n  \n\nPlease notify the chapter office at capital@pcma.org if you are unable to attend one of the events\, or if you would like someone else to attend in your place. The Chapter requires three business days’ notice. \nCancellation Policy: Once purchased\, the All Access Education Pass is not refundable.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/2022-all-access-education-pass/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Capital%20Chapter":MAILTO:capital@pcma.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113325
CREATED:20211103T154333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211209T190914Z
UID:5554-1639483200-1639488600@capital.pcma.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch and Learn: A Year in Review - Where Have We Been and Where Are We Going?
DESCRIPTION:2021 is coming to an end and what a year it has been. Face to face meetings have started to come back\, yet they certainly do not look like they used to. \nJoin the PCMA Capital Chapter as we celebrate the progress that we have made over the past year and uncover challenges that we will continue to navigate into the future. Our esteemed panelists will share their perspective on their action plans and predictions for the future of face-to-face meetings in 2022 on topics including the future of tradeshows\, hybrid events\, health and safety protocols\, and more. \nPanelists:\n \n  \nJim Kelley: Vice President\, Marketing & Industry Relations\, Fern Expo \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nDr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner: Senior Director\, GBAC (Global Biorisk Advisory Council)\, A Division of ISSA; Associate Professor\, Penn State College of Medicine \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nAlison Milgram\, CMP\, DES: Director of Meetings\, PCMA \nClick here for a sneak peak of Alison’s section! \n  \n  \nModerator:\n \n  \nLaurie Nelson-Choice: Director of Diversity & National Sales\, Visit Baltimore \n  \n  \n  \n\nThis event is eligible for 1 CE Credit. \nRegistration Fees:\n$10 for Members\n$20 for Non-Members\n$5 for All Students \nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/december_virtual-lunch-and-learn-2/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113325
CREATED:20211130T170754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T183458Z
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Pack\, Go!: Hygiene Kits
DESCRIPTION:As we roll into the winter months and see an increase in needs\, PCMA Capital Chapter Community Service Committee has partnered with United Way of the National Capital Area as part of efforts to assist individuals experiencing homelessness. We are looking for 15 volunteers to help pack and prepare supplies and personal care products for distribution to multiple sites in the DMV region. To sign up\, please click the register button below. \nThe link will allow volunteers to create an account and sign up for future events with United Way NCA. \nCheck-in and Registration will begin at 9:45AM. A Volunteer huddle will be held at 10:00 AM. \nAll volunteers participating must agree to sign the event waiver on the day of the event. \nDate: December 13th\, 2021\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nLocation: United Way NCA Office\, 1577 Spring Hill Road Vienna\, VA 22182\nParking: Upon arrival volunteers will be provided with a parking pass to park in the lot. Carpooling is encouraged\, if available.\nMetro Station: Spring Hill station (Silver Line)\nAttire:  Please dress for comfort and wear closed toe shoes. All volunteers will be asked to wear masks.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/ready-pack-go-hygiene-kits/
LOCATION:United Way NCA Office\, 1577 Spring Hill Road\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113325
CREATED:20211115T180321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T143057Z
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SUMMARY:Re-Unite for the Future
DESCRIPTION:Re-Unite for the Future: A Celebration of our Members\, Chapter\, and Industry\nVolunteers like you selflessly give their time to serve the Chapter and its members. Join the PCMA Capital Chapter in the ultimate celebration of our volunteers\, our members and our Chapter. We want to thank you for all you’ve done to support our profession throughout the past year and a half during a night of recognition that we hope will fly high and take us into the next year. \nWe are offering both an in-person experience and a virtual one for you to decide what you are most comfortable with.  If you’re no longer able to attend in-person\, please contact us at capital@pcma.org and we can update your registration to a virtual attendee. \nTentative Schedule:\n5:00 PM               Registration Opens\n5:00 – 5:30 PM    Networking\n5:30 – 6:45 PM   2021 Review & Awards\n6:45 – 8:00 PM   Networking \nSlowly\, and most importantly safely\, we are coming together to reach new heights. Let’s celebrate where we’ve been and where we are going. Following the awards presentation we will enjoy time together networking. Our host venue will be preparing a menu that creates a day in the life of a busy traveler when you stay at a Royal Sonesta. \nFor those celebrating with us virtually\, we’ll have a DJ and a game room. Don’t be surprised if some of the in person participants join the online fun! \nAll Access Passholders: This event is included as a *virtual only in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code.\n*To attend in-person\, there will be an additional $15 fee. \nRegistration closes on Wednesday\, 12/1 at 5:00 PM. \n\nLOCATION\nRoyal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle\n2121 P Street NW\nWashington\, DC 20037 United States \nParking:\nThe Royal Sonesta offers valet parking only. The cost is $20.00 plus tax. \nMetro:\nThe DuPont Circle Metro Station (Red Line) is a three minute walk to the Royal Sonesta Hotel. \nHOTEL RESERVATIONS\nComing in from outside of the DMV? No problem! PCMA Capital Chapter has reserved a block of rooms at the Royal Sonesta for the evening of December 2. The rate is $129.00 s/d + taxes ($19.00). Bring your team\, bring your family or just bring yourself!\nMake your reservation now! \n\nCOVID-19 Guidelines\nThe safety and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority for the Capital Chapter.  We will be implementing the following guidelines: \n\nProof of full vaccination will be required and verified prior to entrance. There will be no exceptions to this policy. Unfortunately\, with the current transmission rates we will not be offering in-person access with proof of negative COVID-19 test results for non-vaccinated people.  We do invite and encourage anyone to join us via the virtual platform and receive the full content of the event.\nAttendees are strongly encourage mask wearing while not actively eating or drinking.\nProtect yourself by frequent hand washing and minimizing face touching.\nDo NOT attend if feeling ill or if you have had recent COVID-19 exposure.\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors\nVenue Sponsor\n\n\n \n\nPlatform Sponsor\n\nPhotography Sponsor\n\nAudio Visual Sponsor\n \nPlatinum Sponsor\n \nGold Sponsor\n\nSilver Sponsor\n\nBronze Sponsor\n\nGiveaway Sponsor
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/december_re-unite/
LOCATION:Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle\, 2121 P Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113325
CREATED:20211019T135003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T155736Z
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SUMMARY:Mix 'N Quiz Playoffs
DESCRIPTION: Mix ‘N Quiz Playoffs!\nA Hybrid Event\nWednesday\, November 17 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM EDT\nHosted by:\n\nMary Gallagher\, CMP\nDirector\, Eastern Region\, Convention Sales\nLos Angeles Tourism & Convention Board\nPrizes for the top 3 teams!\nThere will be plenty of time to network and connect with friends and colleagues both in-person and virtually.\nBuild a team or sign up by yourself and be assigned to a team.\n*Teams can be a combination of in-person and virtual players.\nTeam name and all team players must be submitted to capital@pcma.org by Tuesday\, November 16.\nRegistration closes on Monday\, November 14.\nIn-person attendance will be limited due to COVID-19 protocols.\n\nSchedule:\n5:30 pm Registration opens – networking\n6:00 pm Game play begins\n6:30 pm Break\n6:45 pm Game resume\n7:15 pm End of game\n7:30 pm Team Results / Awards \nIn person location:\nTheismann’s Restaurant\n1800 Diagonal Road\, Alexandria\, VA 22314\n(703) 739-0777\n(Across the street from King St. Metro – public parking available)\nDutch Treat: Individuals are responsible for their own food and beverage. \nOnline:\nZoom (link will be shared following registration) \nCOVID-19 Guidelines\nThe safety and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority for the Capital Chapter; therefore\, we will be implementing the following guidelines: \n\nProof of full vaccination will be required and verified prior to entrance. There will be no exceptions to this policy. Unfortunately\, with the current transmission rates we will not be offering in-person access with proof of negative COVID-19 test results for non-vaccinated people.\nThe Capital Chapter is following the CDC recommendations and requiring attendees to wear masks indoors unless actively eating or drinking.\nProtect yourself by frequent hand washing and minimizing face touching.\nDo NOT attend if feeling ill or if you have had recent COVID-19 exposure.\n\nThank you to our Event Sponsor!\n\n\nThank you to our Prize Sponsor!\n\n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/mix-n-quiz-playoffs/
LOCATION:Theismann’s Restaurant\, 1800 Diagonal Road\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210921T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210921T173000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210915T215318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T122132Z
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SUMMARY:Student Insight Series
DESCRIPTION:You never know when a casual coffee chat could change the course of your career. Networking is one of the best ways to find a new job\, but it’s also an effective and exciting way to keep expanding your connections\, even when you’re not job hunting.  \nPlease join us on Tuesday\, September 21\, at 4pm PST\, for Sippin’ with Students\, hosted by Southwest & Pacific Chapter of PCMA. Register now to gain tips and valuable advice in an informal setting from a group of successful event professionals while collaborating with other PCMA student members.  \nDate: Tuesday\, September 21\, 2021\nTime: 4pm – 5:30pm PST\nWho: Students\nWhat: Sippin’ with Students\nWhere: Zoom Meetings (Call-in details will be provided to you upon registration)\nCost: Complimentary \nQuestions? Please contact Adrien Aloi\, Board Member\, adrien.aloi@gmail.com \nMeet Our Panelists\nLisa Lewis\nLisa has over 28 years of experience in the luxury hotel market including on-property and in global sales. She is involved with Sunbelt MPI and AZSAE as well as a Board Member for the PCMA Southwest Pacific Chapter. She was awarded top Global Sales Manager by Global Cynergies and various awards at ALHI. \n  \n  \n  \nTodd Hester\nTodd Hester\, Regional Vice President of Venues for Encore\, has been in the live events / hospitality industry for 24 years and brings a diverse background through working closely with multiple market segments\, hotel chains and ownership groups from the Rockies to the Hawaiian Islands. He has held roles in his organization from Technician to Venue Director to Divisional Leadership. In his current role\, he supports Encore’s venue operations in Los Angeles and Hawaii. \n  \n  \nCasey Shields\nCasey Shields has been a professional in the Meetings and Events industry for over 20 years. Beginning her career at The Venetian Hotel Resort & Casino\, Casey transitioned to a medium-sized General Contractor before spending ten years with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. She now leads the group sales efforts for Las Vegas’s newest attraction Meow Wolf. Casey sits on the board for PCMA Southwest & Pacific Chapter as well as the Las Vegas Hospitality Association.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/sippin-with-students/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210823T184817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T170830Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch and Learn: Navigating Critical Times with Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Join PCMA Capital Chapter’s Government Relations and Advocacy Committee for the September Virtual Lunch & Learn. We are bringing an advocacy update from our industry partners who are on the front lines in these turbulent times. \nMeet the Panelists:\n  Mary Kate Cunningham\, CAE\, Senior Vice President of Public Policy\, ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership \n  \n Harold G Lyons III\, Manager of Government Affairs at American Hotel & Lodging Association \nThis event is eligible for 1 CE Credit. \nRegistration Fees:\n$10 for Members\n$20 for Non-Members\n$5 for All Students \nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code. \n  \nThank you to our Sponsor!
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/virtual-lunch-and-learn-navigating-critical-times-with-advocacy/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210722T135353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T152819Z
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SUMMARY:American Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Give blood. Help save lives.\nThe Madison Hotel-Washington DC is hosting a blood drive on Thursday\, September 9\, 2021 from 12:00 – 5:00 pm. \nThe Madison Hotel Washington DC\nPotomac Room\n1177 15th Street NW\nWashington\, DC 20005 \nPlease go to redcrossblood.org and submit sponsor code “Meetings20” to make your life saving appointment. \n\n\n\n\n\nRemember to hydrate and eat iron rich foods.\nPlease bring your photo identification and mask.\n\n\n\n\n\nSave time with RapidPass. Complete your pre-donation reading and health history at redcrossblood.org/rapidpass or with the Blood Donor App before your appointment. \nFor detailed donor eligibility questions\, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/americanredcrossblooddrive_sept/
LOCATION:The Madison Hotel Washington DC\, 1177 15th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210614T152644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210701T133607Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch and Learn: One Size Does Not Fit All
DESCRIPTION:Our approach to planning\, organizing and structuring meetings has transformed over the past year. During this virtual Lunch and Learn\, we will explore in-person\, virtual\, and hybrid experiences and their impact on an event’s outcome. If you’ve had to make any adjustments or are looking to modify your methods to better “fit” your client or association needs\, this is your opportunity to share tips and learn from each other as we take a deep dive into the future of events. \nWe ask that attendees answer questions to our registration survey so we can tailor the breakouts to your needs. And we want planners and supplier alike to come prepared to share examples of their recent virtual\, in-person and hybrid experiences. \nThis event is eligible for 1 CE Credit. \nRegistration Fees:\n$10 for Members\n$20 for Non-Members\n$5 for All Students \nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code. \nThank you to our Sponsor!
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/virtual-lunch-and-learn-one-size-does-not-fit-all/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210601T183237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210614T171113Z
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SUMMARY:Everything You Wanted to Know About Being on the Board!
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever thought about serving on the PCMA Capital Chapter Board and had questions? Well\, we have answers for you…well not yet as we don’t know your questions.\n​​\nJim Kelley\, 2018 Chapter President and Vicki Johnson\, 2019 Chapter President will be hosting a webinar where you can ask questions about the application process\, the time commitment to serve\, the benefits of serving\, and anything else you may be curious to know. \nRegister below!
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-being-on-the-board/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Capital%20Chapter":MAILTO:capital@pcma.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210708
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210527T185642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210617T171928Z
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SUMMARY:Run/Walk Challenge 2021
DESCRIPTION:Be sure to select Capital Chapter as your team! Our team password is pcmawalks\nAll PCMA Chapters are coming together for the month leading up to PCMA EduCon 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 who were impacted by the pandemic. \nAll proceeds from this run will go to the PCMA Foundation to support our many industry friends who were hard hit by COVID-19. If you do not want to run or walk\, you can also donate to this great cause. \nAnyone can participate! If someone belongs to more than one chapter\, they must select one chapter to participate with. There is no limit to how many participants each chapter can have. However\, each participant must run/walk at least 5 miles in order for those miles to be counted towards the chapter’s total. \nThe chapter with the greatest participation will be awarded a special PCMA education program. \nLet’s have fun and get moving! Contact chapters@pcma.org or your local chapter at capital@pcma.org with any questions.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/run-walk-challenge-2021/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T190000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210503T180302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210525T144835Z
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SUMMARY:May Mix 'N Quiz
DESCRIPTION:May Mix ‘N Quiz\nWednesday\, May 26 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM EDT\nThis is the last “regular” game and opportunity to sharpen your skills for the Grand Finale in June.\nOur host this month is Jimmy Chew’s High I.Q. Crew!\nWe’ve added more time for connecting with your friends and colleagues. Don’t miss the pre-game festivities and extended post game chats.\nSchedule:\n5:00 – 5:15PM General Networking\n5:15 – 5:20PM Welcome/instructions\n5:20 – 5:40PM Round 1 & 2\n5:40 – 5:45PM Team networking break\n5:45 – 6:05PM Round 3 & 4\n6:05 – 6:10PM Team networking break\n6:10 – 6:15PM Round 5 – Speed Round\n6:15 – 6:20PM Wrap-up\n6:20 – 7:00PM General Networking\n \nBuild a team or sign up by yourself and be assigned to a team.\nTeam name and all team players must be submitted to capital@pcma.org by Tuesday\, May 25. \nThank you to our Sponsor!
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/may-mix-n-quiz/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch and Learn: Awkward Conversations – Meeting in the Middle
DESCRIPTION:Let’s be honest\, things have become a little awkward. Contract negotiations\, networking\, planner/supplier relationships and everything in between all look\, feel\, and sound different. We are now having challenging conversations that we never imagined having a year ago. So\, how do we meet in the middle as we navigate the uncertain future of our industry? \nJoin us for an interactive conversation with a panel of industry professionals for a look into best collaboration practices as we work to meet in the middle moving forward. \nOur panelists will talk about: \n\nWith new contract language\, addendums\, and modifications\, how are we ensuring that will both parties involved are protected?\nAre we booking new business yet? Or are we still in limbo as we await the vaccine distribution to be completed?\nIs it the right time to start asking for business?\nHow do constantly changing state and local regulations on mask mandates and gathering guidelines impact the decision-making process on when and how to hold face to face events?\nHow has the need for rebooking canceled programs effected the future availability or next open year?\nAre booking parameters\, meetings specifications and partnerships changing now due to impact that COVID19 has had on our business models?\n\nMeet the Panelists:\n Moderator: Jen Sullivan\, Director\, Mid-Atlantic Regional Office\, Nashville Convention & Visitors Corporation \n Vinnu Deshetty\, Virtual Meeting Advocate\, EVAreg.com \n Victoria Grider\, CMP\, Associate Director\, Convention Services\, Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp \n Katie McCormick\, DES\, Executive Director\, Meetings & Conventions\, National Electrical Contractors Association \n Joy Womack\, CMP\, Director\, Operations\, Meetings and Events\, Association of American Medical Colleges \n  \nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code.\nYou will earn 1 CE credit when you attend the Virtual Lunch and Learn. \nThank you to our Sponsor!
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/virtual-lunch-and-learn-innovation-labs-awkward-conversations-meeting-in-the-middle/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210531T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210414T161306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T122813Z
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SUMMARY:A Month of Martha's Table
DESCRIPTION:Martha’s Table believes that every Washingtonian deserves the opportunity to thrive. They support strong children\, strong families\, and strong communities by increasing access to quality education\, health and wellness\, and family resources. In partnership with Martha’s Table\, PCMA CC has designed opportunities to give back to the DC community by allowing you to participate at home\, virtually\, and in person to meet everyone’s comfort level. \nWhile there is no fee to register for any of these events we do ask that you consider making a donation to Martha’s Table. You can make a donation of a set amount ($15\, $20\, $25 or $30) while registering here. Should you want to donate an amount other than what is listed or share the opportunity with friends and family\, please use this link to ensure all funds are tracked. PCMA Capital Chapter will be matching the all donations up to $1\,000! \nMartha’s Table t-shirts are also available for purchase. The t-shirts are sponsored by Halo\, with 100% of proceeds going to the organization. Information on pickup date\, time and location is located on the FAQ document. \nSchedule of Events\nYou can participate in any or all of the events below during the month. \nWednesday\, April 28 | 4:00 – 5:30 pm EDT\nVirtual Kick-off Pep Rally with Martha’s Table:\nMeet some of the team at Martha’s Table and learn about the ways to support them throughout the month of May! After the program\, stay on for networking from 4:30-5:30pm. \nTuesday\, May 4 | 4:00 – 5:00pm EDT.\nVirtual Taco Tuesday:\nCooking with Martha’s Table Chef Rob\, and shaking Margarita’s with J Shea Events “Cheers In a Box” Mixologist\n*Ingredient list and recipe cards provided so you can cook and shake along \nWednesday\, May 12 | 1:00 – 4:00pm EDT.\nIn-person Volunteer Session at Martha’s Table: limited capacity\n*You must also complete registration and waivers\, here\, directly with Martha’s Table to be confirmed for this event.  More information and registration directions are provided on the FAQ document. \nThursday\, May 20 | 6:30 – 7:30pm EDT.\nVirtual Yoga with Martha’s Table\n*You must also complete registration\, here\, to receive the Zoom link and login information.  Please make sure you select May\, 20\, 2021 6:30 PM as the time you are registering for.\n \nTuesday\, May 25 | 1:00 – 4:00pm EDT.\nIn-person Volunteer Session at Martha’s Table: limited capacity\n*You must also complete registration and waivers\, here\, directly with Martha’s Table to be confirmed for this event.  More information and registration directions are provided on the FAQ document. \nAdditional Ways to Support Martha’s Table \n\nHousehold Donations: In-Kind Donations – Martha’s Table\n\nGroceries (including homemade goods such as sandwiches\, muffins\, trail mix\, and one-pot meals)\nClothing\nBaby/Child Items\n\n\nCorporate and Small Business Partnerships: Business Community Support – Martha’s Table\nCommunity Partnerships: Community Partnerships – Martha’s Table\n\nFitness Instructor donating time for virtual fitness classes\n\n\n\n\n  \nThank you to our sponsors!\n  \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/a-month-of-marthas-table/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
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SUMMARY:April Mix 'N Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the April Mix N Quiz!\nBuild a team or sign up by yourself and be assigned to a team.\nTeam name and all team players must be submitted to capital@pcma.org by Tuesday\, April 20. \nYou spoke and we listened! We’ve added more time for connecting with your friends and colleagues. Don’t miss the pre-game festivities and extended post game chats. \nSchedule:\n5:00 – 5:15PM General Networking\n5:15 – 5:20PM Welcome/instructions\n5:20 – 5:40PM Round 1 & 2\n5:40 – 5:45PM Team networking break\n5:45 – 6:05PM Round 3 & 4\n6:05 – 6:10PM Team networking break\n6:10 – 6:15PM Round 5 – Speed Round\n6:15 – 6:20PM Wrap-up\n6:20 – 7:00PM General Networking \nThank you to our First Place Prize Sponsor!
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/april-mix-n-quiz/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210226T201810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T142025Z
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SUMMARY:Global Meetings Industry Day - Meet Safe
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 Global Meeting Industry Day events will be held virtually including our Hill Week Virtual Visits to lawmakers and their staff. This will allow participants the entire week before our GMID event to advocate for returning the meetings industry back to face to face events as soon as it can safely be done. \nMonday\, April 5- Thursday\, April 8 (REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR THE HILL WEEK VIRTUAL VISITS)\n• Hill Week Virtual Visits\nPlease visit our Frequently Asked Questions for more information and updates \nThursday\, April 8\, 3 – 5pm (REGISTRATION CLOSES ON APRIL 7 at 1pm EST)\nEMCEE | Andrias White Murdaugh\, Vice President of Strategic Events at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation\, Inc.\nState of the Industry Report | Nan Marchand-Beauvois\, SVP\, USTA\nPanel Discussion – “What is Needed Now to Move the Meetings & Events Industry Forward?”\nModerated by John Rubsamen | President\, PCMA Capital Chapter\nElliott Ferguson | President & CEO\, Destination DC\nAmy Calvert | CEO\, Events Industry Council\nMichael Jacobson | President & CEO\, Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association\nRecap of Hill Week Advocacy Calls and Next Steps to Continue Advocating\nNetworking via Virtual Breakouts Sessions \nYou will earn 1 CE credit when you attend Global Meetings Industry Day. \n#MeetingsMeanBiz #MMBusiness\n  \nThank you to our sponsors\nPlatinum Sponsor\n\n  \nPlatform Sponsor\n\n\n  \nVideo Sponsor\n\n\n  \nMarketing Sponsor\n\n \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n\n 
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/global-meetings-industry-day-meet-safe/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T190000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
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SUMMARY:March Mix 'N Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Wrap up Q1 with some fun and friendly competition! Join us for the March Mix N Quiz!\nBuild a team or sign up by yourself and be assigned to a team. Team name and all team players must be submitted to capital@pcma.org by Tuesday\, March 23. \nYou spoke and we listened! We’ve added more time for connecting with your friends and colleagues. Don’t miss the pre-game festivities and extended post game chats. \nSchedule:\n5:00 – 5:15PM General Networking\n5:15 – 5:20PM Welcome/instructions\n5:20 – 5:40PM Round 1 & 2\n5:40 – 5:45PM Team networking break\n5:45 – 6:05PM Round 3 & 4\n6:05 – 6:10PM Team networking break\n6:10 – 6:25PM Round 5 & Speed Round\n6:25 – 6:30PM Wrap-up\n6:30 – 7:00PM General Networking \nOur special guest host is Jacqueline Kavcak from Tourism Vancouver\n \n  \nThank you to our First Place Prize Co-Sponsors!
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/march-mix-n-quiz/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210203T184722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T205347Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch and Learn: Innovation Labs: Creative Ideas for Virtual and Hybrid Events
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this enlightening Lunch & Learn showcasing the fun and creative ideas our peers are using to engage the audience at virtual and hybrid events. There will be ideas for all budgets\, some integrating with platforms and others that stand on their own. Each individual will present for 5 minutes with time for questions from the audience. Have some extra time? Stick around after the event for our unplugged session\, an opportunity to network and unpack what we covered in the session.
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/2021-virtual-lunch-and-learn-innovation-labs-creative-ideas-for-virtual-and-hybrid-events/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T181500
DTSTAMP:20260825T113326
CREATED:20210122T211450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210217T185953Z
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SUMMARY:February Mix 'N Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! Join us on February 24th for the next Mix ‘N’ Quiz\, a virtual trivia night designed to relieve stress and offer a fun\, casual way to network with your peers. It’s easy\, it’s short\, and most of all\, it’s very entertaining! Build a team or sign up by yourself and be assigned to a team. Grab an adult beverage and relax (you may even learn a thing or two)! There will also be time to connect with friends and network with others in the industry. \nOur special guest host is David McAuley from the Atlanta CVB! \n \n  \nTeam name and all team players must be submitted by Monday\, February 22. \nIf you have not submitted your team name and/or team players when you registered\, please email the information to capital@pcma.org \n  \nThank you to our First Place Prize Sponsor!
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/__febmixnquiz/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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