In this first season of Swing Forward, co-hosts James Siegal and Jen DeMelo of KABOOM! speak with leading playground manufacturers in the US and around the world about the playground industry and advancing playspace equity. In this episode, we talk with Scott Roschi of Landscape Structures about how he and his colleagues pay attention to the little details–from paint colors to signage–to make each playground unique. Scott also lifts our sights to recognize playgrounds as “our last democratic space,” where people from all walks of life come together to prioritize giving kids a magical childhood.Scott RoschiCreative Director, Landscape StructuresScott Roschi is a seasoned, inspirational and strategic creative leader, driven by a passion for both great strategy and execution. With more than 30 years of design experience and a childhood spent crafting cities in the sandbox, he brings a unique perspective to his role as Creative Director for Landscape Structures. Scott spearheads the creative direction and inspiration for Landscape Structures’ team of playground designers, which has contributed to the development of more than 50,000 imaginative, inspired and inclusive playgrounds across the globe. Scott's creative expertise extends beyond playground design, encompassing the comprehensive branding of Landscape Structures across various platforms including tradeshows, catalogs, videos and more. Scott's professional design background encompasses a wide range of projects, from custom exhibits and displays to children's museums and installations. This diverse experience has granted him a deep understanding of the intricacies required to create visually stunning environments that also deliver a personal and engaging experience. As a firm believer in the power of color, Scott is a proud member of the Color Marketing Group®, an international association of color design professionals that serves as a forum for the exchange of ideas and knowledge surrounding all aspects of color. Drawing on insights from a diverse community of designers, marketers, color scientists, consultants, educators and artists, Scott leverages his membership to stay at the forefront of color trends and incorporate them into his creative work.About Landscape StructuresFounded in 1971, Landscape Structures is a Delano, MN-based manufacturer of commercial playground equipment. The employee-owned company creates innovative playground equipment for schools, parks, childcare centers, religious institutions and more to help develop healthier kids, families and communities. Its mission is to enhance children’s lives by fostering and creating inspiring play experiences while honoring the environment.Linkswww.playlsi.comAbout Swing Forward Swing Forward is a podcast series from KABOOM! on the future of playgrounds and playspace equity, co-hosted by James Siegal and Jen DeMelo. About KABOOM! KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity – the reality that quality places to play are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. Since 1996, KABOOM! has partnered with kids and communities to create or transform 17,000+ playspaces and ensure that nearly 12 million kids have equitable access to the critical benefits and opportunities that playspaces offer. In 2022, KABOOM! launched the 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity to accelerate its mission in 25 high-priority locations over five years. Learn more at kaboom.org or join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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