1MCCR: NewBoCo Takeover

About this event

1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids is a weekly gathering where entrepreneurs, business leaders, and the community come together to learn, connect, and share ideas over coffee. Each free Wednesday morning event features a founder story, expert insight, or candid conversation, followed by a thoughtful Q&A that sparks collaboration and honest feedback. Open to everyone and always welcoming, 1MC is where we explore challenges, learn lessons, and move ideas forward together. Learn more about 1 Million Cups.

This Week’s Special Event: NewBoCo Takeover

Grab a cup of coffee and connect with the startup community! This week at 1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids, we’re hosting an interactive session with the NewBoCo team to chat about the local entrepreneur ecosystem, upcoming events, and free resources available for your business.

Whether you’re just starting out or working on your next big move, this is a low-pressure space to get support and plug in.

What to expect:

• Informal Pitch Feedback: Got an idea or an upcoming pitch? Bring it! Pitch your concept informally to the room for constructive, supportive feedback. There are no right or wrong answers here — just a community ready to help you refine your message.

• Free Founder Resources: Discover the free tools, mentorship, and services you can tap into through NewBoCo to launch or grow your startup.

• What’s Next in 2026: Get a preview of upcoming founder events, workshops, and volunteer opportunities rounding out the year.

Standard Program Schedule:

• 8:30-9:00 a.m. Coffee and Conversation, Informal Networking

• 9:00- 9:40 a.m. Introductions and Presentations

• 9:40-10:00 a.m. Presenter Feedback, Q&A, Community Announcements

From 1 Million Cups: Cedar Rapids