1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids Founder Fireside with Ben McDougal
February 12, 2025 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am
This Week
Join us for a fireside chat featuring 1MC Midwest Regional Rep Ben McDougal, a entrepreneur known for turning bold ideas into reality. With over a decade of building communities, Ben will share insights on his entrepreneurial journey, including book publishing, weekly writing, podcasting, content creation, and exploring the intersection of Web3, AI, and creativity. Together with David Tominsky, they’ll dive into the power of connection, the evolution of 1 Million Cups, and how caffeinated gatherings have sparked innovation in Iowa and beyond since 2012.
Whether you’re curious about marketing, storytelling, or scaling ideas, this conversation promises to inspire and connect.
Are you a creative, founder, executive, or subject matter expert with stories to share or questions to ask? Apply to be a presenter! Or do you know one? Nominate a presenter!
Join us every 2nd & 4th Wednesday at 9:00AM to connect with other community members and hear from a new founder, entrepreneur, creative, business, or organization!
Program schedule
- 8:45 to 9:00 – Coffee & Conversation
- 9:00 to 9:45 – Official Program
- 9:45 to 10:00 – Q&A
Learn more about 1 Million Cups
https://newbo.co/1mc/
About 1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids
The Kauffman Foundation developed 1 Million Cups (1MC) on the notion that entrepreneurs discover solutions and network over a million cups of coffee. We welcome early-stage businesses and established companies facing interesting challenges to present their companies. Typically, one or several representatives present before a panel of experts. They seek advice and then engage the audience in a question-and-answer session to encourage collaborative and honest conversations. We also feature expert speakers, founder fireside interviews, and explorations of business failures and the lessons learned!
The Cedar Rapids chapter is the sixth in the U.S., Every event is free, and everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend!
Join us every 2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 9:00 a.m. at NewBoCo Each event features a presentation or conversation with a new founder, entrepreneur, business leader, subject matter expert, or creative. Find a list of upcoming events and presenters on our Calendar.
We update events as new information is available, so check the calendar often!
