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 challenges are explored, lessons are learned, and ideas move forward together. Learn more about 1 Million Cups.
This week’s presenter: Michael Zydzik, Group Basic
From leading Fusionfarm in Cedar Rapids to scaling global consumer brands in Los Angeles — and now, bringing it back home.
Michael Zydzik is taking the stage at 1 Million Cups on October 7th to launch Group Basic! ☕🚀
After years spent building world-class e-commerce experiences and guiding global brand strategy on the coast, Michael is bringing that high-level perspective back to Eastern Iowa. His core belief? Fearless creativity and world-class branding don’t belong only in major tech hubs — they belong wherever bold companies are ready to grow.
Come grab a coffee, hear his story, and see what he’s building next!
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