Day One Energy

Through the Door: The Insider's Perspective on Running a Business

Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel & Casino, joins Megan to chat about becoming Nevada’s youngest gaming license holder, reimagining a Las Vegas landmark, and maintaining “day one energy.” Since becoming CEO in 2014, Jossel has focused on enhancing the Plaza’s guest experience, recently completing the Main Street Reimagination project with new venues such as the Carousel Bar and Pinkbox Doughnuts. For more information, visit plazahotelcasino.com.

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1. Day One Energy (00:00:00)

2. Welcome Jonathan Jossell, CEO of Plaza Hotel & Casino (00:00:06)

3. Jonathan's Journey to Las Vegas & Early Career (00:00:57)

4. The Neighborhood Effect (00:12:16)

5. The Plaza Reimagining (00:15:08)

6. Taking the Reins (00:19:33)

7. Small Details Make a Difference (00:24:38)

8. Motivating the Plaza Team (00:27:29)

9. Marketing the Plaza/Trying New Things (00:29:22)

10. Choosing Partnership for the Plaza (00:35:07)

11. Perfecting the Right Mix of Amenities (00:36:42)

12. Plaza Transformation: Strategically Planned or Seizing an Opportunity? (00:37:48)

13. Day One Energy (00:40:05)

14. Creating a Culture of Open-Mindedness (00:41:49)

15. The Plaza's Future (00:44:53)

16. Why Start the "Through the Door" Podcast? (00:46:39)

17. Does Megan Have a Mentor? (00:48:17)

18. Differentiating the Plaza While Preserving It's History (00:49:56)

19. Closing (00:51:46)