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1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids: Salute to the Fallen
June 11 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Free
This Week:
Join us for a powerful talk with John Thompson, Army veteran and founder of Salute to the Fallen, a Cedar Rapids nonprofit supporting veterans and their families.
After serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, John returned home with combat injuries and faced a tough transition to civilian life. That journey led him and his wife Misti to create Salute to the Fallen in 2019. Their mission: make sure no veteran walks alone.
From crisis support to mental health resources, peer connection, and funeral escorts—John has walked alongside hundreds of veterans and grieving families across Iowa.
Come hear how one family turned pain into purpose, building a life-changing support network for those who’ve served.
Program schedule
- 8:45 to 9:00 – Coffee & Conversation
- 9:00 to 9:45 – Official Program
- 9:45 to 10:00 – Q&A
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 Wednesday at 9:00AM to connect with other community members and hear from a new founder, entrepreneur, creative, business, or organization!
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 on 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!
If you will need accessibility accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact events at events@newbo.co. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.
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Join us for a powerful talk with John Thompson, Army veteran and founder of Salute to the Fallen, a Cedar Rapids nonprofit supporting veterans and their families.
If you will need accessibility accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact events at events@newbo.co. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.
