Ten years ago, 1 Million Cups began in Kansas City with a simple idea: entrepreneurs discover solutions and engage with their communities over a million cups of coffee. Since then, 132 communities across the country — including Albuquerque — set aside Wednesday mornings for entrepreneurs to present their businesses to members of the community and make authentic connections in order to take the next step in their business venture.

One Million Cups is not a pitch platform or a networking event. It’s a chance for 1 to 2 presenting entrepreneurs to tap into the knowledge and experience of the local community in a focused and encouraging environment. The 1 Million Cups model gives entrepreneurs six minutes to present their company or business idea, and audience members ask questions and offer feedback, similar experiences, and support.

Coworking space FatPipe hosts Albuquerque’s 1 Million Cups events, both in-person and online, every Wednesday morning at 9:00 am. Events are typically simulcast on the 1 Million Cups Albuquerque Facebook page. Find all upcoming events here.