Learn More about Capital Region USA

Capital Region USA (CRUSA) is the official regional destination marketing organization promoting Washington, DC, Virginia and Maryland internationally, in partnership with Destination DC, the Virginia Tourism Corporation, the Maryland Office of Tourism Development and the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority. 

Our Mission

More overseas travelers staying longer and spending more money, achieved through the leveraging of public and private investments to promote a regional travel experience that supports our customer's buying habits. 

Markets

United Kingdom

Germany

Brazil

France

China

Board of Directors

Virginia Tourism Corporation:

Rita McClenny, President & CEO
Diane Bechamps, Vice President, Marketing
Heidi Johannesen, International Marketing Director

Maryland Office of Tourism Development:

Margot Amelia, Executive Director
Vacant
Rich Gilbert, Sales & Marketing Senior Manager

Destination DC:

Elliott Ferguson, President & CEO
Theresa Belpulsi, Vice President, Tourism
Robin McClain, Director of Communications

Officers:
Chairman – Diane Bechamps
Vice Chairman – Theresa Belpulsi
Secretary/Treasurer – Margot Amelia