In this episode of The Profitable Play Podcast, I sit down with Amy Bowman, founder of the soon-to-launch live music–themed play space, The Jamboree Club in Pennsylvania.Amy is right in the middle of business planning and finalizing her location, so we dive deep into the most important steps every indoor playground or play café owner should take before opening their doors.Here’s what we cover in this episode:Pitching your business plan to investors and what they’ll expectSecuring sponsorships from local businessesDefining your role as an owner when you’re also a busy parentWhat to handle before signing your lease versus afterCreating the perfect pre-launch marketing runway and generating pre-opening sales and bookingsThe biggest mistakes new owners make during this phase—mistakes I’ve made tooIf you’re anywhere in the business planning stage, this episode is packed with insights to help you avoid common missteps and set yourself up for success.Follow Amy’s business on IG: instagram.com/thejamboreeclub/Website: https://www.thejamboreeclub.com/OTHER RESOURCES:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers SocietyGetting Started With Your Play Cafe [YouTube Video Playlist]What's Working In The Indoor Play Industry 2025 GuideFund Your Indoor Play Business [Free Training]Indoor Play Courses & 1:1 Consulting WaitlistMichele’s InstagramMichele’s WebsitePlay Cafe Academy YouTube ChannelETSY Template ShopPrepare Your Indoor Playground For a RecessionPlay Cafe Academy & Play Makers SocietyQuestions and Support: [email protected] TOOLS & OTHER LINKS:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDQuestions and Support: [email protected] TOOLS:Play Space Brain (Mention This Podcast For Special Pricing!)Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF WellnessLivingActive Campaign Free TrialFree Demo of Aluvii All-In-One POS