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: Alan Murdock, Murdock Media Production
How can mission-driven businesses and nonprofits spark genuine community awareness and support without relying on repetitive marketing copy?
Join Alan Murdock of Murdock Media Production as he shares hard-earned insights and real-world case studies from the field. We’ll explore:
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Double Up Food Bucks (Texas): Scaling a statewide nutrition access campaign.
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Empowered Solutions Collective (Cedar Rapids): Repositioning a local business for growth.
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Cedar Rapids Pride: Crafting high-impact fundraising and community messaging.
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United Way: Driving organizational meaning-making and audience resonance.
About the Presenter: Murdock Media Production helps $2M–$10M mission-driven organizations scale products, pivot direction, and elevate their client-facing presence through consumer research, insight development, and communications strategy.
Come ready with your questions and ideas on how local organizations can better connect with the communities they serve!
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