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1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids: Throw Catch Lead

August 6, 2025 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Free

1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids has moved to our new office!
Join us at 460 12th Ave SE.

This Week:

Embracing Failure and Success Through Juggling with Tom Hicks. 

Inspired by a juggling kit gift from Tom’s grandmother, this growth mindset primer incorporates play, failure, growth, reflection, and discussion all while participants learn how to juggle. We will celebrate success and respond to failure in a “fascinating(!)” way while creating connection and finding ways to grow professionally and personally. Are you ready to juggle?

About Speaker:

Tom Hicks is the founder and CJO (Chief Juggling Officer) of Throw & Catch Consulting (throwcatchlead.com) based in Cedar Rapids, IA. His passion is supporting individuals and organizations in their leadership journey and providing career development and transition support for education professionals. Tom has worked at all levels in higher education for the past 20+ years and has adapted several of his most popular campus-based workshops for organizations of all types. When he’s not on campus or conducting juggling workshops, Tom enjoys cycling and traveling with his wife Megan and cheering on his daughter Emily in all of her activities. Mantra – Be Competent, Curious, & Kind.

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.

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August 6 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am

Free

Location

The Wendler Building (Formerly Geonetric)

415 12th Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 United States

Organizer

1 Million Cups: Cedar Rapids

If you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact events@newbo.co. Early requests are encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.

About 1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids

Join us every Wednesday at 9:00am for this free event.

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.

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.