Sam Maule

Co-Founder at Playon

Sam Maule is the Co-Founder of Playon, a digital platform that helps people find local sports and activities, connect with others, and manage their active lives.1 2 With a diverse background spanning over a decade, Sam brings expertise in managing people, finances, operations, and research to his role at Playon.2

Professional Experience

Current Roles:

Co-Founder at Playon (2016 - Present)2
Partner at Crane + Grey, a marketing agency (February 2013 - Present)2

Previous Positions:

Operations & Research Director at Javelin1
Marketing Project Manager at Golden Tech - IT Solutions2
General Manager at DaVinci Group1
Assistant Manager at Pikk's Tavern1
Assistant Store Manager at Starbuck's Coffee Company1
Outreach Coordinator at Vineyard Church, La Porte1

Education

Financial Information System and Business degree from Indiana University Bloomington1
Liberal Studies degree from Purdue University1

Playon Platform

Playon, co-founded by Sam Maule and Marc Oestreich, is a comprehensive digital platform that:

Centralizes information on community activities3
Allows users to search and discover new ways to be active3
Facilitates registration for sports, clubs, groups, and classes3
Aims to remove barriers between communities and active lifestyles3

Personal Background

Sam Maule is a La Porte native who, along with his co-founder, has developed Playon with a focus on improving active living in La Porte County and beyond.3 His vision is to enhance the quality of life for residents by promoting the use of natural resources and positioning La Porte as a statewide standard for health outcomes.3

Sam's professional philosophy is rooted in critical thinking, market research, and effective campaign strategies for businesses.2 His diverse experience in the restaurant industry, project management, and marketing has contributed to his unique approach in developing Playon and driving its mission forward.2 3