The Profluence Pod 🌐 #196: Sean Flaherty - CEO of Playeasy | Revolutionizing Sports Tourism
Founded in 2018 to streamline the connection between sports events and host venues, Playeasy has grown into the leading sports tourism platform in the United States. Today, it connects over 300 cities, 14,000 sports facilities, 5,000 sports events, 20,000 restaurants and attractions, and 13,000 hotels.
Playeasy supports destinations, event operators, and visitors at every stage of the sports tourism life cycle—from event venue selection and visitor experiences to post-event economic impact reporting. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and AI, Playeasy is transforming how cities engage with travelers and redefining the sports tourism experience. Chapters: (01:04) - Sean’s Journey: From Football Player to Co-Founder of Playeasy (04:36) - Navigating Business Challenges During COVID (09:07) - The Evolution of Playeasy’s Business Model (13:59) - Understanding Sports Tourism and Its Economic Impact (18:55) - Leveraging AI for Enhanced Visitor Experiences (23:31) - Building Trust and Adoption in Technology (28:06) - Future Aspirations for Community Engagement Sean Flaherty 🏠 Website: https://www.playeasy.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-flaherty-2481044b/ Scott Garber: 🏠 Website: https://profluence.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgarber40/ Thanks for watching! Hit the “subscribe” button to stay updated on new podcasts.