Clients & Awards Across Virginia & West Virginia

Awards & Recognition That Reflect the Trust of the Communities I Serve

Covered pedestrian bridge designed by Bliss Products and Services at Chesapeake City Hall in Virginia

Covered Bridge at Chesapeake City Hall
Virginia

  • How this page helps: a quick credibility check you can share with principals, pastors, boards and city reviewers when you introduce Bliss Products and Services to your team.
  • What you will see below: client notes, award winning projects, team awards and the safety, quality and playground certifications I rely on in my work.

Over the years I have learned that awards and recognition only happen when the day to day work is consistant. When a playground or outdoor classroom opens on time, passes inspections, and feels safe and welcoming, principals, pastors and park directors remember who helped them get there. The recognitions on this page started with that kind of steady work for schools, churches and municipalities across Virginia and West Virginia, then grew into long term partnerships with Bliss Products and Services.

This page is a quick place to see what that looks like from the outside. You will find short client comments we are allowed to share, photos from award winning playgrounds in my territory, sales awards earned by our Bliss Products and Services team, and the training and certifications I keep current. Together they give review boards, city staff and community groups a clear picture of the level of support you can expect if we work together.

  • Who I support: public and private schools, parks and recreation departments, HOAs, churches and community groups across Virginia and West Virginia.
  • What people notice: straightforward communication, clear layouts, inclusive product choices, and projects that stay coordinated from first sketch through closeout.
If you have a review meeting or planning session coming up, I can pull together a short set of examples and summaries that match your site. Use the buttons to call or email, or scroll down to explore comments, recognition and credentials in more detail.

Featured Awards & Professional Recognition

In Virginia and West Virginia most projects pass through several layers of review, from school facilities and church boards to risk managers and inspectors. I keep my training current so those conversations are straightforward. OSHA 30 and EM 385 coursework help me understand contractor safety expectations on active job sites. CQM training focuses on construction quality management so I pay attention to documentation, sequencing and coordination. As a CPSI I stay aligned with CPSC and ASTM playground standards, including fall protection, use zones, and accessible routes, so we are matching products to codes and best practice from the very first sketch.
OSHA 30 Certification
CQM (Construction Quality Management) Certification
EM 385 Certification
First Aid/CPR Certification
CPSI Certified Since 2002
Certified Trainer – Playcore Development Series
For schools, parks, and community groups this means you have a partner who can speak the same language as your maintenance staff and review teams when we talk about layouts, surfacing depths, shade clearances and installation details. First Aid and CPR training, along with the PlayCore Development Series and other vendor courses, keep me focused on how children and families actually use these spaces in everyday life. Combined with the support of the Bliss Products and Services team, these credentials give your project a knowledgeable guide from early scoping through punch list and closeout.

What my Clients say...

Many of the school divisions, churches, and municipalities I work with keep formal testimonials internal, so we do not list names here. The notes below are typical close out comments and themes from review meetings and ribbon cuttings across Virginia and West Virginia. If your board or purchasing team needs named references, I can provide them through the proper channels.

“Kelly kept our team informed at every step. Submittals were organized, questions were answered quickly, and the playground opened on the date we promised families.”

“What helped most was how Kelly narrowed all the options into one clear plan. Our board understood the layout, budget and timeline in a single review meeting.”

“The final design met our safety and accessibility requirements without feeling institutional. The space looks welcoming and is holding up well to daily use.”

“Our maintenance and inspections staff had detailed questions. Kelly came prepared with cut sheets, layouts and notes, which made approval much easier.”

“Kelly anticipated details we had not considered and kept everyone focused through a long review and funding process. The project stayed on track the whole way.”

“Teachers, parents and students love the new play area. From the initial site walk to final sign off, the process with Kelly and Bliss Products and Services was straightforward.”

Award Winning Projects Across Virginia and West Virginia

These projects are examples from my territory in Virginia and West Virginia that have earned recognition for design, safety, and community impact. I use them in review meetings to show principals, pastors, and parks staff what a finished project can look like, how the pieces fit together, and what kind of layouts tend to move through approvals smoothly. Open the galleries for photos and key elements, then use the contact buttons if you would like sizes, specs, or a quick budget range for something similar on your site.
Police-themed playground at Kempsville Park in Virginia Beach, designed and installed by Bliss Products and Services
Themed Playground, Virginia Beach - Virginia
Police-themed playground at Kempsville Park in Virginia Beach, designed and installed by Bliss Products and Services
Little General Park - Virginia
Police-themed playground at Kempsville Park in Virginia Beach, designed and installed by Bliss Products and Services
Level Green Playground, Virginia Beach - Virginia
Police-themed playground at Kempsville Park in Virginia Beach, designed and installed by Bliss Products and Services
Mystic Adventure Playground, Virginia - Virginia
Police-themed playground at Kempsville Park in Virginia Beach, designed and installed by Bliss Products and Services
Cedar Timber Restroom, Chesapeake - Virginia
Police-themed playground at Kempsville Park in Virginia Beach, designed and installed by Bliss Products and Services
Award Winning Playground - Virginia

Award-Recognized Design Examples

These award-recognized examples pull design cues and product selections from our manufacturing partners and the broader Bliss Products and Services network. They provide a practical way to compare what works on real sites, including layout flow, shade coverage, surfacing transitions, inclusive access routes, and long-term durability details that hold up through seasonal weather and daily use.

If a similar approach fits your goals in Virginia, West Virginia, I can turn the concept into a review-ready package your team can act on, including drawings, quantities, budget ranges, and current lead times tailored to your site and timeline, with specifications organized for purchasing and stakeholder review.

Aerial view of large elevated aluminum grandstand next to a blue running track.

Carthage Municipal Park

Aerial view of large elevated aluminum grandstand next to a blue running track.

Douglas Road Elementary

Aerial view of large elevated aluminum grandstand next to a blue running track.

Elm Street Park

Aerial view of large elevated aluminum grandstand next to a blue running track.

First Responders Park

Industry & other Awards

These recognitions reflect the work of our whole Bliss Products and Services team – designers, project managers, installers, and manufacturing partners – supporting Virgina and West Virginia schools and parks from planning through closeout. I’m grateful for the nods and even more grateful for the communities that trust us.

Bliss Products 5M+ Club

Achievement for Outstanding Sales 2023

Awarded for ongoing sales and support efforts in the Virginia and West Virginia territory.

Bliss Products 4M+ Club

Achievement for Outstanding Sales 2024 

Awarded for ongoing sales and support efforts in the Virginia and West Virginia territory.

Bliss Products 2M+ Club

Achievement for Outstanding Sales 2021, 2022

Awarded for ongoing sales and support efforts in the Virginia and West Virginia territory.

Bliss Products 1M+ Club

Achievement for Outstanding Sales 2015, 2019, 2020

Awarded for ongoing sales and support efforts in the Virginia and West Virginia territory.

Partnering with our team means you have a knowledgeable, Virginia / West Virginia-focused partner. Together with Bliss Products and Services, we help schools, towns, and counties plan playgrounds, splash pads, shade, surfacing, shelters, and site furnishings that bring people together and stand up to everyday use.