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Introducing the Playeasy Purpose Project: Shining a Light on Those Doing Good in the Sporting Event and Tourism Industry

April 7, 2025

We’re proud to introduce the Playeasy Purpose Project — our new charitable arm designed to support and spotlight the incredible people and organizations doing good across the sports tourism space. Through financial contributions, event involvement, and sharing their stories with our network, we’re committed to fueling the momentum of those making a difference.

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The Playeasy Warmup Podcast: From Team Manager to Big East Leader: Lauren Tebsherany’s Rise in College Basketball March 26, 2025

Ever wonder what it takes to run a conference championship? Go behind the scenes with someone who makes it happen.🎙️ In this episode of the Playeasy Warmup podcast, sponsored by Discover Davis, podcast host Kerri Shields is joined by her best friend, Lauren Tebsherany. The two met at Boston College—Kerri as a basketball player & Lauren as a team manager—& have since built successful careers in sports. Lauren shares her journey from managing a college team to becoming the Director of Basketball & Conference Operations at the Big East. She dives into the behind-the-scenes work of planning major events like the Big East Tournament, the impact of host cities, & the power of tradition in college athletics. Together, Kerri & Lauren reflect on their experiences, the challenges women face in the industry, & the importance of mentorship. They sit down to share it all—offering insight, inspiration, & advice for those looking to break into sports.

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The Playeasy Warmup Podcast: Supporting Athletes at Every Level: Ainslee Lamb’s Approach with Performance Sport Events March 20, 2025

🎙️  In this episode of the Playeasy Warmup podcast, sponsored by Discover Davis, Kerri sits down with Ainslee Lamb, Chief Executive Officer at Performance Sport Events, to dive into her journey in the sports tourism industry. Ainslee shares her path from early career roles to becoming a key figure in driving impactful destination partnerships. She discusses strategies for building successful collaborations, the evolving landscape of sports tourism, & offers insights into what makes destinations stand out to event organizers. Whether you’re a destination looking to attract events or an organizer seeking new host cities, Ainslee’s expertise provides valuable takeaways for navigating the industry –

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The Playeasy Warmup Podcast: Fast, Fun and a Little Nuts: The Go Nuts Bike Racing Story March 13, 2025

🎙️ In this episode of the Playeasy Warmup Podcast, sponsored by Discover Davis, host Kerri sits down with David Moore, founder of Go Nuts Bike Racing. David shares his inspiring journey from BMX freestyle enthusiast to race promoter, explaining how his passion for biking evolved into a thriving race series now celebrating its 10th anniversary. Hear how David’s mission to bring fun back into cycling led to the creation of family-friendly events, exciting competitions, & strong partnerships with destinations across the Southeast.

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