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.
Upcoming Events
Catch up on the latest events at PCMA Capital Chapter.
Beyond Graduation: Building Your Events Career with PCMA
Beyond Graduation: Building Your Events Career with PCMA Are you a recent graduate eager to launch a dynamic and rewarding career? Join us for an exclusive webinar designed to equip
CPR Training Workshop
Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle 2121 P Street NW, Washington, DCEvery year, 350,000 people die from cardiac arrest in the United States. Big number. Bigger opportunity. By knowing CPR, we can bring that number down to zero. Please join the
August Spark: The Cost of Choices: Budgeting Strategies for Seamless Events
Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle 2121 P Street NW, Washington, DCThe Cost of Choices: Budgeting Strategies for Seamless Events In today’s climate of rising costs and shifting attendee expectations, every decision has an impact—on your budget, your event experience, and your bottom line. Join us for an afternoon of practical strategies, expert insights, and real-world examples that will help you stretch your event dollars further
Save the Date: Don’t Be a Drag, Just Be a Queen (or King)! Networking Event
Arlington Cinema & Draft House 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VASeptember Networking Event: Don't Be a Drag, Just Be a Queen (or King)! Join us Wednesday, September 17, 5-7:30 PM at Arlington Drafthouse, for one of the Capital Chapter’s most exciting annual events—an evening where networking meets high-energy entertainment! This signature event brings together industry professionals for a night of connection, creativity, and community, all