Join us for the Rotary Park Playground Rotary Joint Meeting and meet the team who will bring this all-inclusive park to life.
Registration is now live for the October 1 event at Reuter Pavilion. Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FAEAD2EA3F4C25-58090956-joint
The food for the event is being generously donated by Highland House. The deadline to register is September 24.
Melinda Pearson, Regional Manager for Landscape Structures:
With 30+ years in the recreation industry, Melinda has led hundreds of creative, user-focused projects worldwide.
Jill Moore Inclusive Play Specialist and Employee Owner for Landscape Structures:
Jill focuses on best design practices for multi-generational spaces, inclusive play environments, and universal design principles.
Meghan Barrett, Consultant, CPSI:
Meghan brings a great perspective on inclusivity and a passion to promote play in the most inclusive, safe, and imaginative way.
Hollie Rickey, President of Gerber Leisure Products - Landscape Structures Wisconsin Representative:
Holly's firm is a leading designer and installer of commercial playgrounds, splash pads, shelters, site furnishings, and everything that makes a park come to life.
Join us for the Rotary Park Playground Rotary Joint Meeting and meet the team who will bring this all-inclusive park to life.
Registration is now live for the October 1 event at Reuter Pavilion. Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FAEAD2EA3F4C25-58090956-joint
The food for the event is being generously donated by Highland House. The deadline to register is September 24.
Melinda Pearson, Regional Manager for Landscape Structures:
With 30+ years in the recreation industry, Melinda has led hundreds of creative, user-focused projects worldwide. She’s known for prioritizing play value, inclusivity, and community equity, designing spaces that inspire imagination and meaningful interaction for all ages. A recognized thought leader, Melinda has presented nationally and regionally on inclusive play, including sessions for the National Recreation and Park Association, The Play Coalition, and various state conferences. As Regional Sales Manager for the Central Territory, she partners with and supports a network of dedicated representatives—providing guidance, resources, and strategic insight to help them grow relationships, exceed goals, and deliver exceptional results for their communities.
Jill Moore Inclusive Play Specialist and Employee Owner for Landscape Structures:
Jill Moore works with the Landscape Structures team to aid in adding user voice within product development and deliver accredited educational courses across the country. Jill has a specific focus on best design practices for multi-generational spaces, inclusive play environments, and universal design principles. During her lifetime, she has represented Team USA in wheelchair racing, swimming, and basketball on multiple occasions. Through her own lived experience, Jill shares how truly formative play is for all.
Meghan Barrett, Consultant, CPSI:
With a strong background in a variety of settings supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, including camp, adapted sports, and more, Meghan brings another great perspective on inclusivity and a passion to promote play in the most inclusive, safe, and imaginative way. Meghan is excited to meet her customers at their locations while being approachable and responsive to the needs of the community. She has strong and creative problem-solving skills that enable everyone to work through complex situations. She is motivated by the ability to help her customers create play spaces that users can access and enjoy over and over.
Hollie Rickey, President of Gerber Leisure Products - Landscape Structures Wisconsin Representative:
Hollie Rickey is the President and Owner of Gerber Leisure Products, a leading designer and installer of commercial playgrounds, splash pads, shelters, site furnishings, and everything that makes a park come to life. She joined the company in 2009 and took ownership in 2016, guiding it with a passion for creating inclusive play spaces for all ages and abilities. Under her leadership, Gerber Leisure has grown as a certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) and earned the 2021 Governor’s Award for Best Small Business. Whether it’s a playground, a splash pad, or a park bench, Hollie believes play should be for everyone—and she’s dedicated to making it happen.