Landscape Structures Receives Wright County’s Outstanding High-Economic Vitality Business of the Year Award
Company recognized for investments in innovation, continuous improvement and community involvement
Delano, Minn. (Jan. 22, 2010) — Landscape Structures Inc., a Delano, Minn.-based commercial playground manufacturer, was named Wright Country’s Outstanding High-Economic Vitality Business of the Year for 2009. The Wright County Economic Development Partnership presented the award during its annual meeting to Landscape Structures President Pat Faust on Jan. 15.
Landscape Structures is dedicated to creating healthy kids and a sustainable world, as well as playgrounds that encourage kids of all abilities to get outside and play together. The award recognizes Landscape Structures for its economic impact through investments in innovation, job creation and retention, job training, continuous improvement and community involvement.
“Landscape Structures is honored to be recognized with the Outstanding High-Economic Vitality Business of the Year award for our effort in helping build the community of Delano,” said Faust. “We strive to give back to the community, and help build healthier kids and families in Wright County.”
The Wright County Economic Development Partnership exists to enhance the business climate of Wright County and to help create more jobs in Wright County. The strategies the Partnership uses to achieve its mission include being an information resource and finding technical assistance; aiding business development through Business Retention & Expansion visits, providing financing resources, and providing business information and training through seminars and workshops. The Partnership also assists with Workforce Development and has gathered economic statistical information. For information about the partnership, visit www.wrightpartnership.org.
Since 1971, Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading commercial playground equipment manufacturer in the world. Our employee-owned company is committed to making the world a better place with active children thriving in leading communities year after year, generation after generation. We encourage outdoor play that develops healthy children and communities by creating innovative products that are environmentally responsible. Our mission from day one has been to enhance children’s lives by fostering and creating inspiring play experiences while honoring the environment.