Building Community One Cup at a Time 1 Million Cups is coming to Auburn Hills & North Oakland County
A new opportunity is brewing for entrepreneurs, small business owners, innovators, and community supporters throughout North Oakland County.
1 Million Cups (1MC) Auburn Hills/North Oakland County is launching August 12th, 2026, at Oakland University. We will provide a welcoming space where entrepreneurs can connect, learn, share ideas, and support one another over coffee.
1 Million Cups (1MC) is a free, nationwide program created by the Kauffman Foundation to educate, engage, and connect entrepreneurs. Each gathering features local entrepreneurs sharing their business journey, discussing challenges, and receiving feedback, encouragement, and support from the community. There is no cost to attend, present, or participate.
Why Attend?
Whether you are launching a new business, growing an existing company, exploring an idea, or simply looking to connect with other entrepreneurs, 1MC offers an opportunity to:
• Learn from the experiences of fellow entrepreneurs
• Build meaningful business relationships
• Gain feedback on challenges and opportunities
• Discover local resources and support organizations
• Increase visibility for your business
• Strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem in our community
What Can You Expect?
☕ Coffee and conversation every Wednesday from 8:30-10am
☕ Entrepreneur presentations
☕ Community driven feedback and discussion
☕ Networking and relationship building with local resources
Serving North Oakland County
We welcome entrepreneurs and community supporters from Auburn Hills, Pontiac, Rochester, Rochester Hills, Clarkston, Lake Angelus, Orion Township, Oxford, Waterford, and surrounding communities.
Questions? Sponsorship Opportunities? Contact the Leadership Team
Tiara BA, Chapter Founder
tblegals@gmail.com | 248-599-5771
Juanita Moore, Co-Lead Organizer
juanitamoore254@gmail.com | 248-229-2251
Learn more at www.1millioncups.com
Join the 1MC Auburn Hills/North Oakland Interest Form
Because entrepreneurship can be lonely, but building community doesn't have to be

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