The Hitstreak Episode 198: How a Hollywood Insider Is Changing How America Plays w/ Jennifer Worthington
Episode 198 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything!
This week we are joined by the CEO and Co-Founder of Play Social, Jennifer Worthington!
Episode in a Glance:
In this episode of The Hitstreak, I sit down with Jennifer Worthington, CEO and co-founder of Play Playground, a rapidly growing immersive entertainment venue. We discuss the importance of personal responsibility, the evolution of entertainment, and the unique concept of Play Playground, which aims to foster social connections through play. Jennifer shares her journey from Hollywood film production to the hospitality industry, highlighting key lessons learned along the way. The episode also touches on marketing strategies in the digital age, the significance of resilience, and the future expansion plans for Play Playground.
Key Points:
- Teaching kids personal responsibility is crucial.
- Immersive experiences are the future of entertainment.
- Play Playground aims to create social connections.
- The entertainment industry is evolving rapidly.
- Valuable lessons about resilience.
- Marketing today is more complex than ever.
- Understanding your market is key to business success.
- Failure is a part of the entrepreneurial journey.
- Creating unique experiences is essential for success.
About our guest:
Jennifer Worthington is the CEO and Co-Founder of Play Social, one of the fastest-growing hospitality companies in the U.S., known for its immersive concept, Play Playground. A visionary entrepreneur, Jennifer has spent over two decades leading innovation in film, nightlife, and experiential entertainment. At just 23, she became Senior Vice President at Jerry Bruckheimer Films, contributing to blockbusters like Pirates of the Caribbean, Armageddon, and Black Hawk Down.
She later transitioned from Hollywood to hospitality, launching successful nightlife ventures including the iconic Coyote Ugly Saloon in Las Vegas. Jennifer is also the author of The Spirit of Las Vegas, published by Assouline. Now at the helm of Play Social, she’s redefining adult entertainment through tech-driven, nostalgic play experiences that transform how people connect.
An alumna of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and Harvard Business School’s Women Leading Business program, Jennifer continues to shape the future of entertainment through creativity, leadership, and bold vision.
Follow and contact:
Instagram: @jenworthington | @play_playground
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