SE01 E057 Building Connections in Sports | Kerri Shields

In this episode of Legacy Unscripted, host Russ Katzman welcomes Kerri Shields, CEO of PlayEasy Network, to discuss her journey from being a former athlete to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Kerri shares her deep-rooted passion for sports, stemming from her upbringing in a family of coaches, and how this passion led her to create a platform that connects athletes and families with sports venues. She reflects on her experiences in color commentating and coaching, which helped her identify a significant gap in the market for booking athletic spaces. This realization sparked the idea for PlayEasy, initially envisioned as an 'Airbnb for athletic space.'Kerri elaborates on the evolution of PlayEasy, particularly how the pandemic shifted their business model from a transaction-based approach to a connection-based one, emphasizing the importance of relationships in the sports tourism industry. She discusses the challenges of building a team, fostering a positive company culture, and the resilience required to navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Kerri's insights highlight the significance of community and collaboration in creating meaningful experiences for athletes and families, ultimately driving economic impact in various cities across the country.Connect with Kerri via [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerri-shields-5a8b0358/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerri-shields-5a8b0358/)I hope you enjoy this episode!Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly.– Russ and the Legacy, Unscripted! podcast teamConnect with Russ on LinkedIn:[https://www.linkedin.com/in/business-coach-florida/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/business-coach-florida/)Visit the Progenyc website here: [http://www.progenycc.com/](http://www.progenycc.com/)Get in touch with Russ: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])Listen to Legacy, Unscripted! on these podcast platforms:Spotify: [https://open.spotify.com/show/4BtM5In2Vge81k5ZDE9jxB](https://open.spotify.com/show/4BtM5In2Vge81k5ZDE9jxB)Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legacy-unscripted/id1793597573](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legacy-unscripted/id1793597573)Amazon Podcasts: [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/7a64fd91-57d3-4218-b3a2-bc33e844df38/legacy-unscripted](https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/7a64fd91-57d3-4218-b3a2-bc33e844df38/legacy-unscripted)#LegacyUnscripted #RussProgeny #LeadershipPodcast #LegacyBuilding #PersonalLegacy #LifePurpose #AuthenticLeadership #ImpactfulLiving #ValuesDriven #LegacyMakers #EntrepreneurJourney #FamilyBusinessLegacy #PurposeDrivenLife #TrueNorthLeadership #StorytellingForImpact #RealConversations #GenerationalImpact #IntentionalLiving #LeadWithPurposeLegacy, Unscripted! hosted by Russ is a no-filter conversation about the legacies we’re building every day - whether we realize it or not. This podcast dives into how entrepreneurs, leaders, and everyday difference-makers live intentionally, overcome obstacles, and shape their impact on others. With raw stories, honest reflections, and practical insights, Legacy, Unscripted! invites you to reflect on your values, your purpose, and the mark you’re leaving on the world.