
If you own or manage an indoor play center, play cafe, indoor playground, family entertainment center, mobile soft play rental business or really any business that serves local children and families, and you want to operate with more EASE and JOY, all while making the living you dreamed of– I created the profitable play podcast just for you. Join me, your host, Michele Caruana, for small but might... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 363 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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In this episode, I’m joined by Charlesee and Max Woosley, the husband-and-wife owners of Little Dreams Play Studio in Dayton, Ohio.
They opened in March, expanded quickly, added a café, and almost immediately faced new competition.
We talk about wh... more
This is Part 2 of my annual indoor playground and play café industry trends episode — a series I’ve released every single year since 2019.
Part 1 focused on business design and planning.
Part 2 is about operations, systems, and the decisions owners... more
Every year (since 2019!), I release a trends episode for the indoor playground and play café industry — and this year, there was simply too much to cover responsibly in a single episode.
BLOG For this episode: www.michelecaruana.com/blog/202... more
As I wrap up 2025, I wanted to record an episode that goes deeper than trends (but YES, my annual trends prediction is coming up next!)— because what I’m seeing across the industry right now isn’t necessarily a lack of ideas.
It’s a lack of foundati... more
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Thank you so much for sharing. It is really helpful for me to hear so many different ideas and perspectives!
I am new to the play center world and listening to The Profitable Play Podcast has taught me so many things that I didn’t even know I needed to know! 10/10 recommend listening before or during starting your play center journey!
A definite must listen for anyone in the play space business
This podcast and the resources Michele shares are truly amazing! I feel like I learn something new and insanely valuable every time I listen- when I talk about my business concept with others and reference things I learned to consider, they’re always amazed by the depth and attention to detail — all thanks to Michele!
I have been learning so much from Michele! I love listening to this podcast while I am at the gym. I cant wait to follow her business plan!
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Focused on serving indoor play centers, play cafes, and related family entertainment businesses, the content emphasizes practical and actionable insights for owners and managers aiming to enhance both operations and profitability. Topics frequently include strategies for boosting sales through effective retail management, marketing, staffing, and community partnerships, along with personal stories that provide a relatable backdrop to the challenges faced in this niche industry. The unique blend of business acumen paired with a heartfelt dedication to fostering a positive experience for families makes this a valuable resource for anyone involved in creating engaging play environments for children.
Listeners can expect to receive concise, ye... more
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