The New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo)

NewBoCo is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and we’re ready to celebrate—you can too! NewBoCo’s Impact: -2,200 educators trained in computer science -100,000+ youth reached through trained educators and programs like Girls Who Code, CoderDojo, and the Future City Competition -More than 169 companies and entrepreneurs supported -Nearly 12,000 attendees at EntreFEST and 1 Million Cups events ⚡Give now to help us continue growing computer science education and entrepreneurship in our local communities! https://lnkd.in/ggprUHqX

If you missed Executive Director Jill Wilkins talk about #GEW on Everyday Iowa, you can catch up here! https://lnkd.in/g5CbVqwX

Receive expert guidance from Robin Springer (Robin Springer Consulting), and Teresa Jensen (CRBT ), on how to implement the best practices, manage budgets, and set up your business to grow sustainably. RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gEAjX9AY

Join HEA Book Boutique, and several small businesses in Uptown Marion for a cozy and casual shopping crawl. Explore the unique, and awesome small businesses in the area with us, with a mocktail waiting for you, and your friends. You can be apart of the event anytime between 4PM-7PM. Participating Small Businesses HEA Lush Puppy Boutique Marion Chocolate Shop DKW Gallery Swamp Fox Bookstore + MORE! Get ready to shop till your drop!

Support STEM education by volunteering for the Future City competition! You can serve as a virtual essay judge or join us in person. Virtual judging takes just 1-2 hours from home on the weekend of January 11 or inperson on Jan. 18th from 8 AM -1 PM, 2025. Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/gbXVXVBb

Curious about what it's like to be part of a coworking space? Join us for Open Coworking at The Vault during Global Entrepreneurship Week (Nov. 18-24). Come experience the space, collaborate, and connect with others in the community! RSVP: https://lnkd.in/ggmWpemd

Looking to connect with others in tech? Join us for Coffee and Code every 2nd Saturday at 10 AM at Feedwell Kitchen + Bakery. Whether you're new to coding or experienced, come for coffee, conversation, and a chance to collaborate on projects. RSVP to help us prepare: https://lnkd.in/gYMRbta6

Congratulations to NewBoCo Board Member Aaron Horn for being named CIO of the Year at the 2024 Prometheus Awards! This prestigious honor is a testament to Aaron's exceptional leadership and contributions to the tech community. We are proud to celebrate this achievement with him! 🎉

Join us Wednesday, Dec. 4 for Indian Creek Nature Center, with presenter John Myers. 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.

We're celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024 from Nov 18-24. Today, several members of our team were proud to attend the Cedar Rapids City Council meeting, where Council member Ann Poe read a proclamation officially recognizing this important week in our city. To see all the exciting events happening throughout the week, visit: https://lnkd.in/gKKhhsaQ