In this episode of the Playeasy Warm Up podcast, Kerri speaks with Anthony and Travis from Auburn-Opelika Tourism about their unique journey into the tourism industry, the mission and values of their organization, and the significance of community engagement through sports. They discuss the branding of Auburn-Opelika as the ‘Everything Cities’, the impact of sports on local development, and the importance of partnerships in achieving their goals. The conversation highlights the evolution of the Opelika Sportsplex and the future prospects for community growth. In this conversation, Travis Harrison and Anthony Terling also discuss the impact of community engagement in sports tourism, highlighting unique experiences and relationships formed through events. They emphasize the importance of collaboration in supporting event organizers and creating opportunities for various sports, including adaptive and youth sports. The discussion also touches on the growth of the Auburn and Opelika area and the excitement surrounding future developments in sports and community involvement.
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Welcome back to the Playeasy Warmup! In our third episode, Kerri interviews Eric Lopez, the Director of Event Operations at B.A.S.S. Eric shares his journey from the inner city of Chicago to becoming a key player in the world of sports management, particularly in bass fishing. He discusses the history and structure of bass fishing as a sport, the importance of engaging younger generations, and the logistics involved in hosting fishing events. In this conversation, Eric also discusses the importance of community engagement and local partnerships in organizing fishing events, particularly the Bassmaster series. He highlights the economic impact these events have on local communities, emphasizing the influx of visitors and the resulting financial benefits. Looking ahead, he shares B.A.S.S.’s goals for increasing female participation in the sport, his excitement for their upcoming events and the lessons learned throughout his career in the fishing industry.
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Welcome back to the Playeasy Warmup! In our second episode, Kerri interviews Carissa Sawyers, the founder of Rise Productions, who shares her journey from a cheerleader to a successful event producer in the competitive cheerleading industry. Carissa discusses the evolution of cheerleading, the importance of athlete-first events, & her commitment to community engagement & inclusivity. She also highlights building strong partnerships in sports tourism & the lessons learned in her entrepreneurial journey. Tune in below!
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Welcome to the Playeasy Warmup! In our first episode, Kerri Shields welcomes Melissa Thompson, , Vice President of Bids and External Affairs at Indiana Sports Corp, to discuss the impact of sports tourism on local economies and communities. Listen in here!
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Let’s roll the tape 👋 Welcome back to the September edition of The Playeasy Highlight Reel, our monthly newsletter highlighting top Sports Destinations & Facilities looking to host your next sporting event.
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