Business Startup Speaker Series: Sales 101

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

Sales 101 Session Learning Objectives: Learn essential sales techniques and strategies to drive revenue growth. Topics covered include understanding the sales process, effective communication, building trust, overcoming obstacles, and closing deals. Led by experienced sales professionals, this interactive session offers practical exercises and real-life examples. Unlock the key strategies to elevate your sales efforts and […]

1 Million Cups: Koopman Partners LP

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

1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids Presents: Koopman Partners LP (KPLP) Koopman Partners LP (KPLP) is an investment partnership heavily inspired by the 1950's Buffett Partnerships. Our dream is to help you live your dreams. Sean Koopman, Managing Partner of KPLP,  will share information about the partnership and how it operates. Program Schedule 8:30-9:00 - Coffee […]

1 Million Cups: Growing Effects, LLC

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

1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids Presents: Growing Effects LLC   At Growing Effects, we offer fractional executive assistance to support and enhance landscaping businesses. With a focus on efficiency and client satisfaction, our tailored solutions streamline operations and drive success in the industry! Landscaping businesses often struggle with inefficient client communication processes, leading to missed […]

1 Million Cups: EntreFEST 2024 Preview

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

1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids Presents: EntreFEST 2024   Director of Events, Jourdan McChesney, will unveil the exciting details of EntreFEST 2024, scheduled for June 13-14th! What to Expect: History of EntreFEST: Dive into the rich history of EntreFEST and discover how it has evolved over the years to become one of the premier entrepreneurship […]

Business Startup Speaker Series: Funding your Startup

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

Funding your Startup Join us Tuesday, May 28th for Funding your Startup at NewBoCo (415 12th Ave. SE)  Session Learning Objectives: A panel of experts; Kevin Bradley from ISAV, Michael Wampler from SBDC, and Teresa Jensen from CRBT, will share and discuss the most common sources and corresponding requirements to secure funding for scaling a […]

1 Million Cups: SteerClear Mirrors

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

1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids Presents: SteerClear Mirrors   At SteerClear Mirrors, our mission is to enhance safety and efficiency in skid steer operations. We specialize in aftermarket side-view mirrors designed specifically for skid steers, addressing the challenge of limited visibility for operators. Skid steers are a popular piece of heavy equipment used across a […]

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1 Million Cups: Mandela Washington Fellowship

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Week This week's presenter is Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. The Mandela Washington Fellowship empowers young people through academic coursework, leadership training, and networking. This is a nation-wide program funded by the U.S. Department of State and consists of three main program tracks: Business, Civic Engagement, and Public Management. For the ninth […]

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1 Million Cups: Brand Strategy with Trevor Britton

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Week   Join us for an engaging and interactive session with Trevor Britton, where you'll discover how to leverage the power of storytelling to enhance your marketing efforts and grow your business. In this presentation, Trevor will guide you through the principles of storytelling and demonstrate how to apply them effectively in your business […]

1 Million Cups Rapid Fire Pitches

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Week   Join us for  Rapid Fire Pitches with 1MCCR! This exciting event features ten dynamic speakers, each delivering a concise 3-minute pitch about their startup or early-stage business, followed by a 2-minute Q&A session. We are still accepting speakers! Click here to apply to pitch This is a fantastic opportunity to: Discover innovative […]

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Business Growth Series: Steps to Start a Business

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

Business Growth Series Strengthening your Business with Expert Guidance This Month's Topic: Start Strong: The Steps to Building a Business If you've ever wanted to start your own business but don't know where to begin, this 90-minute panel discussion will guide you through the essential steps to make your business "official." Join Mark Hermann, an […]

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1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids with LEGACY BioStudios

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Wednesday Hear from LEGACY BioStudios, founder Assata Worrell, who is passionate about diversity and access in the medical world. LEGACY BioStudios created the Maternity Education Lookbooks, which are translated into English, Spanish, French, and Swahili.  They created these lookbooks that feature color illustrations of black and brown women which cover trimesters, development, anatomy, birth, and birth […]

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1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids presents Iowa Ideas

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Week Join The Gazette team members as they talk about the history and current plans for their signature statewide Iowa Ideas event October 10-11, 2024. Combining innovative ways to gather people and share ideas with the classic elements of journalism have built this experience into one of the largest idea sharing conferences in the […]

Business Growth Series: Customer Discovery

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

Business Growth Series Strengthening your Business with Expert Guidance   Customer Discovery with David Tominsky and Scott Swenson.  Customer Discovery is a critical component for business growth and on-going success.  Attendees will learn best practices for effective customer discovery, and how the quantifiable and qualifiable results can be used to drive positive results for sustainable […]

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1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids: Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Week Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa wants to engage the business community with students to inspire them to learn about financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. VP for Education, Nate Klein, is looking for feedback from our community on businesses and/or schools to engage with, how to connect with volunteers in the community, and […]

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1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids ALUMNI : Woofables

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Week As part of NewBoCo’s 10 Years of Impact celebration, we are thrilled to present a special 1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids (1MCCR) Alumni Series! Throughout the year, leading up to EntreFEST 2025, we will welcome back past 1MCCR presenters for fireside chats on the first Wednesday of the month to share their experiences, […]

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1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids Presents Lead With Her

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Week   1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids presents Lead with Her by Co-founder and Digital Communication Strategist, Shafira Rizki Aulia. Lead with Her is an initiative dedicated to nurturing and promoting leadership among women in Southeast Asia. This platform focuses on empowering women by providing them with the necessary skills and opportunities to take […]

Business Growth Series: Legal Considerations

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

Business Growth Series Strengthening your Business with Expert Guidance   Legal Considerations with Bill Daly.  Join us for this month's session in the Business Growth Series as we tackle Legal Considerations—an essential topic for any entrepreneur or small business owner. In this session, an expert professional will guide you through the foundational aspects of Contracts, […]

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1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids Presents Mabel & Pearl Tea Co.

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Week Mabel & Pearl Tea Co. is a specialty tea company offering premium loose leaf teas through online sales and vendor events. Their mission is to create a unique experience for tea enthusiasts while raising awareness and funds for their future venture, Mabel & Pearl Tea Bar and Cat Lounge. At Mabel & Pearl, […]

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1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids presents Theatre Cedar Rapids

The Geonetric Building 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

This Week Development Director Hannah Brewer, will share about Theatre Cedar Rapids (TCR) new Capital Campaign which they are two-thirds of the way to their fundraising goal for the capital renovations and hopes to create interest in investing in the project and advocacy for it throughout the community. About TCR: Founded in 1925,  TCR is […]

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Business Growth Series Global Entrepreneurship Week

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

Business Growth Series Join us for the November session of The Business Growth Series powered by NewBoCo, featuring Robin Springer from Robin Springer Consulting. In this workshop, Robin will dive into the accounting and finance basics that every startup and small business owner needs to know. Financial hygiene is crucial for the short- and long-term […]

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