The New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo)

Bring interactive learning to your classroom with our Interactive Animations and Games module. This session covers essential CS concepts like sequencing, loops, conditionals, and event handling, helping you make computer science fun and accessible for students. Join NewBoCo Education and Code.org experts on January 7, 6-8 PM CT (virtual), and gain the confidence to teach CS in engaging ways. Open to all 5th–9th grade educators—register today at https://lnkd.in/eCn6CtYe! Upcoming Modules: Interactive Animations and Games – January 7, 6-8 PM CT AI and Machine Learning – February 4, 6-8 PM CT Code.org + Science – March 4, 6-8 PM CT Focus on Data – April 1, 6-8 PM CT

Thank you to all our presenters, attendees, sponsors, and volunteers for making 1MCCR 2024 an incredible year! We’re excited to see what 2025 will bring. Let’s make supporting our local community part of your New Year’s goals—you never know what opportunities or learning experiences await!

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We're Hiring: Events Coordinator at NewBoCo! Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences that inspire and empower communities? NewBoCo is thrilled to announce an opening for our Events Coordinator position! We're looking for someone who is excited to ensure that events run smoothly for attendees, sponsors, and partners, driving entrepreneurship and computer science education growth across Iowa. Check out the position summary here: https://newbo.co/careers/

Wishing you a joyful holiday season! We're excited to spend time with our families and look forward to all that the new year will bring. Stay tuned for exciting updates in 2025!

As part of our 10th Anniversary Alumni Series, we are excited to welcome back Tim McDougall, President & Co-Founder of 50 Pound Boson, an innovative eCommerce marketing agency specializing in driving growth for online businesses. Tim first presented at 1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids to share the vision behind 50 Pound Boson, and since then, the agency has continued to make waves in the eCommerce world. In this fireside chat, Tim will discuss his journey of scaling a marketing agency, lessons learned in the fast-paced eCommerce landscape, and how his team helps businesses thrive in the digital marketplace. 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, lessons, and successes since presenting.

Join us for a special edition of 1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids as part of our 10th Anniversary Alumni Series! We’re thrilled to welcome back Nikki Kettlekamp, who last presented with her eclectic gift shop, SCOUT, in Marion. Known for its curated selection of home goods, kitchen items, books, and gourmet food, SCOUT quickly became a local favorite. Since then, Nikki has expanded her entrepreneurial journey with two additional storefronts: Scribe, located in the vibrant NewBo District, specializing in stationery, writing tools, and creative supplies. PicNik, in Marion, offering a unique blend of gifts, lifestyle goods, and curated treasures. In this fireside chat, Nikki will share her inspiring story of growth, lessons learned along the way, and what it takes to build thriving businesses in Iowa. 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, lessons, and successes since presenting.

Calling all 5th–9th grade educators! Join us for the Focus on Data Computer Science Development Module on April 1, 6-8 PM CT (virtual). This session introduces students to using data creatively to solve problems and supports math instruction. Upcoming Modules: Interactive Animations and Games – January 7, 6-8 PM CT AI and Machine Learning – February 4, 6-8 PM CT Code.org + Science – March 4, 6-8 PM CT Focus on Data – April 1, 6-8 PM CT All sessions are virtual and designed to support educators in teaching core computer science concepts. Open nationwide—register now at https://lnkd.in/eCn6CtYe. #cspd #codeorg #stemeducation #newbocoeducation Code.org

Join us for a fireside chat featuring 1MC Midwest Regional Rep Ben McDougal, a entrepreneur known for turning bold ideas into reality. With over a decade of building communities, Ben will share insights on his entrepreneurial journey, including book publishing, weekly writing, podcasting, content creation, and exploring the intersection of Web3, AI, and creativity. Together with David Tominsky, they’ll dive into the power of connection, the evolution of 1 Million Cups, and how caffeinated gatherings have sparked innovation in Iowa and beyond since 2012.

NewBoCo Education and Code.org are thrilled to offer a series of four virtual training modules for 5th–9th grade educators. The sessions will equip teachers with dynamic tools to bring computer science into their classrooms through engaging, practical modules: Interactive Animations and Games – January 7, 6-8 PM CT AI and Machine Learning – February 4, 6-8 PM CT Code.org + Science – March 4, 6-8 PM CT Focus on Data – April 1, 6-8 PM CT Each session is virtual and designed to make core CS concepts accessible, whether through game design, AI, data integration, or science-based simulations. Open to educators everywhere—sign up today at https://lnkd.in/eCn6CtYe!