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SUMMARY:Iowa Startup Accelerator Fall Cohort Final Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join our Iowa Startup Accelerator fall cohort as they take the stage for their final pitches!\n  \nThe hustle\, the pivots\, and the late-night breakthroughs have all led to this. Join us at Lion Bridge Brewing Company for an electric evening as our Fall Iowa Startup Accelerator cohort steps into the spotlight to battle it out for top honors. \nThis isn’t just a series of presentations — it’s a high-energy pitch competition showcasing the next big ideas cultivated right here in our backyard. \n🏆 The Game Plan: \n\n\n4:30 PM | Fuel & Connect: Doors open! Grab pizza\, salad\, breadsticks\, and brews\, and start networking with the region’s movers\, shakers\, and fellow startup supporters. \n\n\n5:15 PM | The Main Event: Watch as our founders take the stage for fast-paced\, high-stakes pitches in front of our live panel of judges. \n\n\n6:30 – 7:00 PM | The Verdict & Victory: Stick around for the live judging\, the big reveal of our winners\, photos\, and celebration! \n\n\n📍 Where: Lion Bridge Brewing Company (59 16th Ave SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA) \n🎟 Admission: FREE & open to the public! \nCome for the innovation\, stay for the energy (and free food!)\, and help us toast to the entrepreneurs defining the future. See you there!  \nShare with a friend or colleague:
URL:https://newbo.co/event/isa-fall-2026-cohort-final-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Lion Bridge Brewing Company\, 59 16th Ave SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,ISA,Networking,Presentation
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SUMMARY:1MCCR: Global Entrepreneurship Week Celebration ft. Gift Udoh
DESCRIPTION: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 we explore challenges\, learn lessons\, and move ideas forward together. Learn more about 1 Million Cups. \n📌 SPECIAL LOCATION FOR NOV. 18:\nPlease note: For this week’s Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration\, 1 Million Cups is meeting at NewBoCo HQ (460 12th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids). We will resume at our regular new host location (NewBo City Market) after Thanksgiving! \n\nThis Week’s Presenter: Gift Udoh (Founder & CEO of Norina Farms | MSc Student\, UI Occupational & Environmental Health)\n  \n\nWhat brings a global changemaker to Iowa — and what inspires her to stay? \nIn celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week\, join 1 Million Cups for an inspiring session with Gift Udoh\, an agricultural safety professional\, researcher\, and social entrepreneur with nearly a decade of experience advancing farmer health and rural sustainability. \nAs the founder and CEO of Norina Farms\, Gift has already empowered and trained over 6\,000 rural agricultural workers in pesticide risk management and safety. First connected to the state as a 2019 Mandela Washington Fellow at the University of Iowa\, she returned to pursue her master’s in Occupational and Environmental Health. \nGift will share her journey from tackling food scarcity in Africa to developing evidence-based safety interventions right here in Iowa. Discover how she is leveraging entrepreneurship and public health research to protect farmworkers\, support agricultural communities\, and drive lasting change globally and locally. \n\n\n\nStandard Program Schedule: \n\n8:30-9:00 a.m. Coffee and Conversation\, Informal Networking\n9:00- 9:40 a.m. Introductions and Presentations\n9:40-10:00 a.m. Presenter Feedback\, Q&A\, Community Announcements\n\n\n\nShare with a friend or colleague:
URL:https://newbo.co/event/1mccr-global-entrepreneurship-week-celebration-2026/
LOCATION:NewBoCo – We’ve Moved!\, 460 12th Ave SE Ste 100\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:1 Million Cups,1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids,Entrepreneurship,EntrEVENTS,Networking,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Entrepreneur Luncheon – The Intro Effect: How Conversations Can Become Collaborations
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview:\nOne thoughtful introduction can open unexpected doors. Whether finding a collaborator\, landing a new customer\, or discovering a champion for your business\, your network is your greatest superpower. \nJoin us for a truly delicious lunch and a candid fireside chat on building lasting connections. Hear local leaders share how relationships have shaped their entrepreneurial journeys — including game-changing sparks made at 1 Million Cups and ENTREFest. (Bonus: You might even leave knowing how to juggle!) \nGuest Speakers:\n\nTom Hicks\, Throw & Catch Consulting: Tom Hicks is the Founder and Chief Juggling Officer at Throw & Catch Consulting. As a keynote speaker and workshop leader\, he uses the engaging challenge of juggling to help teams embrace failure\, build resilience\, and reconnect with a growth mindset.\nLiz Garcia\, Storage Theory: Liz Garcia is the CEO and Owner of Storage Theory\, an Iowa-based design and manufacturing company that creates innovative home organization products. In addition to leading her business\, Liz is a podcaster and business speaker who helps other entrepreneurs navigate brand growth and product development.\nChelsea Stoll\, VersedHR: Chelsea Stoll is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Versed HR\, bringing over 20 years of human resources leadership to businesses. She works closely with organizational leaders on HR strategy\, and labor contract negotiations\, in addition to guiding teams through major organizational changes and modern technology transitions.\n\nFeatured Catered Lunch Menu:\nCatered by Chef Kisha Smith\, L’Catering \n\n\nCreamy Tomato Basil Soup: Velvety tomato basil soup served in individual 3 oz mugs with a golden sourdough grilled cheese dipping stick (made with dairy-free cheese). \n\n\nRoasted Beet & Citrus Salad: Tender roasted beets\, bright citrus segments\, fresh greens\, and sunflower seeds with a citrus vinaigrette. \n\n\nPulled Jackfruit Sliders: Tender pulled jackfruit tossed in smoky BBQ sauce\, topped with crisp\, tangy slaw on soft slider buns. \n\n\nLemon-Herb Salmon Fillet with Crostini: Salmon seasoned with lemon and fresh herbs\, served with toasted crostini and a creamy roasted garlic\, lemon-dill white bean spread. \n\n\nDessert Shooter Trio: \n\n\nChocolate-Orange Mousse (dairy-free) \n\n\nPumpkin Cheesecake (dairy-free layered with spiced ginger-cookie crumble) \n\n\nCaramel Apple Crisp (cinnamon apples with golden oat crumble & dairy-free caramel) \n\n\n\n\nRegistration:\nSpace is limited. Reserve your seat today to lock in your spot and your meal! \nSpecial thanks to Van Meter for making this event possible!\nShare with a friend or colleague:
URL:https://newbo.co/event/quarterly-entrepreneur-luncheon-nov-2026/
LOCATION:NewBo City Market\, 1100 3rd St SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Networking,Presentation
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SUMMARY:CoderDojo End of Season Celebration: Byte-Sized Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:NewBoCo’s CoderDojo program offers free STEM exploration opportunities for K-5 students in Cedar Rapids\, Iowa City\, and the surrounding areas. Rotating stations include topics such as game design\, animation\, robotics\, engineering\, electronics\, and coding. New subjects are regularly added\, keeping the programming dynamic and engaging for returning participants. Learn more about CoderDojo. \nFall 2026 End of Season Celebration \n\nWrap up our Fall 2026 CoderDojo season with an afternoon of hands-on creativity\, coding\, and engineering! Whether your student has been coding with us all semester or is stopping by for the very first time\, this special “Byte-Sized Thanksgiving” celebration at Lindale Mall is designed for kids and families to drop in and explore technology at their own pace. \nFeatured Activity Stations: \n\n\nCode a Monster: Combine art supplies with computer science! Create a unique monster character while learning the fundamentals of conditionals\, pattern recognition\, and selection. \n\n\nCircuit Playgrounds: Get hands-on with hardware by programming colorful LEDs and experimenting with motion and light sensors to bring interactive creations to life. \n\n\nSquishy Circuits: Explore the basics of electrical circuits in a fun\, tactile way using conductive play dough to build and light up your own designs. \n\n\nK’Nex Engineering: Put your imagination to the test and build anything you can dream up—from towering skyscrapers and fast cars to working rollercoasters. \n\n\nWho Should Attend: Open to K-5 students of all skill levels — no prior coding experience is required! \nMake It a Youth Tech Double-Feature on November 21! Stick with us for a full afternoon of student innovation across Cedar Rapids! Once CoderDojo wraps up at 3:00 PM\, head down to the New Bohemia District for our Girls Who Code Holiday Lights Showcase: \n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, November 21 | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n\n\nWhere: Kicks off at the African American Museum of Iowa (55 12th Ave SE) followed by a self-guided lighting walk through participating NewBo businesses \n\n\nDetails & RSVP: newbo.co/event/girls-who-code-holiday-lights-showcase \n\n\nImportant CoderDojo-Related Notes: \n\nWe have found a permanent home! Our new education space is located in the east end of Lindale Mall\, next to Dick’s House of Sport. It’s the corner store space across from the play area.\nSpace is often limited. RSVPs are strongly encouraged to secure your child’s spot.\nParent/guardian supervision is required for all sessions.\n\nShare with a friend or colleague:
URL:https://newbo.co/event/coderdojo-end-of-season-celebration-fall-2026/
LOCATION:Lindale Mall\, 4444 1st Ave NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52402\, United States
CATEGORIES:CoderDojo,CoderDojo NewBoCo,Education
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SUMMARY:Girls Who Code Holiday Lights Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festive late afternoon in the New Bohemia District as local students show off their creative designs and light up the neighborhood! 🎄✨ \nWe will kick off at 3:30 PM at the African American Museum of Iowa with a warm welcome and a brief presentation. At 4:00 PM\, take a self-guided lighting walk through the district to visit student design installations at participating local businesses. As you explore\, hear directly from the talented students behind each project as they share their inspiration and design process. \nWhat to Expect: \n🎶 Treats & Tunes: Enjoy complimentary cocoa and cookies at CSPS\, along with live strolling carolers filling the streets with holiday music. \n🎟️ Giveaways & Prizes: Collect a stamp on your punch card at every stop along the route! Drop your completed card at the African American Museum for a chance to win fantastic prizes. \nParticipating Businesses: \n\nAfrican American Museum of Iowa\nHangry Lady\nRaygun\nCSPS\nIowa Running Company\nParlor City\nKZIA/Z102.9\nAlmost Famous Popcorn\n\nAdmission is free\, but RSVPs are encouraged so we can make sure there are plenty of cocoa and cookies for everyone. ☕🍪 \nCome celebrate student creativity\, explore the district\, and kick off the holiday season with us! ❄️ \nShare with a friend or colleague:
URL:https://newbo.co/event/girls-who-code-holiday-lights-showcase/
LOCATION:African American Museum\, 55 12th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:CoderDojo,CoderDojo NewBoCo,Education
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SUMMARY:ENTREFest
DESCRIPTION:Where Big Ideas Take Off: ENTREFest 2027\nGet ready for two days of big ideas\, game-changing connections\, and high-energy inspiration! ENTREFest 2027 is Iowa’s premier celebration of entrepreneurship\, innovation\, and community\, bringing together founders\, creators\, leaders\, and ecosystem builders from across the region. \nWhether you’re looking to scale your startup\, discover fresh perspectives\, or expand your network\, this is where the Midwest’s boldest thinkers gather to learn and grow together. \nWhat to expect: \n\n\nInspiring Keynotes & Workshops: Actionable insights from industry pioneers and successful founders. \n\n\nUnmatched Networking: Connect with mentors\, investors\, and peers who share your vision. \n\n\nLocal Flavor: Experience the vibrant energy\, culture\, and hospitality of our Cedar Rapids\, IA host community. \n\n\n🎟️ Tickets\, Lodging & Event Details: Don’t wait to start planning your ENTREFest experience! Head over to the official website to secure your pass\, unlock special attendee hotel rates\, and check out the latest lineup additions: \n👉 Visit ENTREFest.com to get your tickets and book your stay today! \nShare with a friend or colleague:
URL:https://newbo.co/event/entrefest-2027/
LOCATION:Downtown Cedar Rapids\, 501 1st St SE\, Cedar Rapids\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Networking,Presentation,Professional Development
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