Designed for Connection: Community-Centered Living
S.C. Swiderski (SCS) began as a family-owned company focused on quality residential development and has steadily evolved over the years to meet the changing needs of its communities. Early properties emphasized spacious layouts and generous green spaces, ensuring residents could enjoy nature and tranquility close to home. As the company has grown and the expectations of residents have shifted, SCS has adapted by expanding its offerings to include a wider range of amenities. Newer developments now feature not only green spaces, but also on-site fitness centers, community lounges, and recreational elements like pickleball courts, creating a richer living experience that fosters both wellness and social connection.
We believe that where you live should do more than provide four walls, it should foster connection, encourage interaction, and support a sense of belonging. The approach is not an afterthought. Community is woven into the design of our developments from the earliest planning stages, ensuring that shared spaces are convenient, accessible, and naturally integrated into daily life. By intentionally building spaces for gathering, wellness, and outdoor activity directly into our properties, we make it easier for residents to connect, right where they live.
In all our mid-rise buildings developments, community spaces are thoughtfully incorporated into the building footprint itself. These shared areas are designed to serve as natural gathering points, places where residents can meet neighbors, host small get-togethers, work remotely, or simply enjoy time outside of their apartment.
Placing these spaces within the building, residents do not have to go out of their way to connect. Whether it is a conversation in a common lounge or a planned community event, these spaces help turn a building into a neighborhood.
Recognizing the importance of both physical health and social well-being, several SCS properties include on-site fitness centers. These gym spaces are designed to be functional and support a range of fitness routines while also creating opportunities for organic interaction among residents.
Having a gym where you live removes barriers to staying active and encourages a shared commitment to wellness. Over time, these spaces become more than workout rooms, they become places where familiar faces meet and connections are formed through shared habits.
Pickleball has become very popular in many communities. SCS recognized this and added pickleball to the SCS Eau Claire site, offering convenient access to residents. Pickleball is easy to learn and naturally interactive, creating opportunities for friendly competition, conversation, and community building. SCS made it easy for the SCS Eau Claire residents to participate in this great activity with the court right on the property and providing balls and paddles. This is an amenity that encourages movement while strengthening social ties.
The Great Outdoors
Green spaces have always played a critical role in our community initiative. Open lawns, landscaped paths, and outdoor places to sit provide residents with places to relax, recharge, and connect with others in a natural setting. These outdoor areas support everything from quiet moments to spontaneous conversations and organized events. Prioritizing green space within the developments, we create environments that feel open, inviting, and connected.
Community at SCS is not just about people, it also embraces their pets as valued members. Our developments are intentionally designed to ensure that both residents and their four-legged companions feel equally welcome and connected. Pet-friendly green spaces and amenities make it easy for neighbors to bond while walking their dogs or enjoying the outdoors, fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. By creating environments that celebrate all members of the household, we strengthen the fabric of our communities and enrich daily life for people and their pets alike.
At its core, this initiative reflects a simple but powerful idea: people want to feel connected, and the places they live should support that need. By building community spaces, wellness amenities, recreational features, and green areas directly into our properties, SCS removes the barriers that can stand in the way of connection.
When gathering spaces are just steps away from home, connecting with neighbors becomes part of everyday life, not something that requires extra planning or travel. It is a design philosophy rooted in convenience, intentionality, and respect for how people truly live.
Through thoughtful property design, S.C. Swiderski continues to create communities, not just places to live.
Celebrating Our People: Alicia Mohart
The SCS Swiss Army Knife Award Winner
Some people are great at one thing. Others are great at a few things. And then there is Alicia Mohart, the kind of person who somehow does everything, does it well, and does it with a smile.
That is why Alicia is the well‑deserving recipient of the 2025 SCS Swiss Army Knife Award, an honor given to the person who truly does it all. This award honors Alicia for doing all the things, from fixing the copier and solving last‑minute problems to saving the day with perfectly timed snacks, Alicia, you are appreciated!
Among this year’s nominations, Alicia received more nominations than any other award category or recipient, and the messages from her coworkers painted a clear picture as to why. When something needs to be done, Alicia is already on it.
The Ultimate Go‑To Person
“Alicia is the ultimate go‑to person, always ready to jump in and help, no matter the task,” shared Shelby. “Whether it’s tracking down supplies, fixing the printer, or lending a hand at community events, she does it all with kindness and a can‑do spirit.”
Shelby also recalled a moment at Concert on the Square in Wausau that perfectly sums up Alicia’s character: she took time to play with Shelby’s son and immediately offered him snacks.
Marc said, “Alicia is a wonder to watch.” From supporting senior leadership projects to setting up chairs and tables at the SCS Warehouse or even running out for lunch for a new hire, Alicia tackles every task at full speed. “I’m not sure how this place would run without her,” he added, and many would agree.
Becky echoed that sentiment, noting that Alicia “somehow manages to be everywhere, all the time, and always ready to go.” Whether she is running errands, making a perfectly timed Diet Coke delivery, welcoming guests, or keeping everyone informed, Alicia plays a vital role in keeping operations running smoothly. Her presence has even strengthened communication across the organization; another example of how her impact goes far beyond her job description.
Joe shared a story that highlights Alicia’s resourcefulness. At a Lunch and Learn at the Warehouse, she realized how expensive pre‑made sandwich sides would be. Instead of settling, Alicia went out, purchased fresh vegetables herself, and diced them up by hand, just one more way she finds smart, thoughtful solutions while taking care of the team.
Joleen summed it up best, “Alicia is the go‑to person for all things. She seems to know the how, when, where, and why of all things.”
A True Swiss Army Knife
“She is literally a Swiss army knife of an employee,” Ryan said. “She wears many hats and wears them all well.”
Pedro agreed, noting that whether the question involves HR, Accounting, or administrative needs, Alicia either knows the answer or finds it quickly. “It is awesome to have a person like this in the organization,” he shared, and that feeling is shared company‑wide.
Thank You, Alicia
Alicia Mohart embodies the spirit of the SCS Swiss Army Knife Award: adaptable, dependable, and endlessly supportive. Her readiness to help, her problem‑solving mindset, and her genuine care for others make her an invaluable part of our organization.
Congratulations, Alicia, and thank you for everything you do, seen and unseen. We are incredibly lucky to have you.
Alicia Mohart, Executive Assistant
Celebrating our People: LeighAnna Emunson
LeighAnna Emunson, East Area Manager
The SCS Ted Lasso Award Recipient
At our September company meeting, SCS proudly recognized an individual who truly embodies what it means to be a team coach, mentor, and people‑first leader. LeighAnna Emunson was honored with the 2025 SCS Ted Lasso Award, an award given to someone who is always there with a positive word, motivates those around them, and leads with heart, optimism, and purpose.
This award celebrates forward‑thinking leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to inspire and guide others toward achieving organizational goals, and LeighAnna exemplifies every one of those qualities.
LeighAnna has an exceptional understanding of her team on both a personal and professional level. She knows how to meet people where they are, while still clearly communicating expectations and guiding them toward success. No matter the situation she is faced with, LeighAnna handles it with grace, clarity, and confidence, making her an incredible mentor and a leader that everyone at SCS can look to as a model of excellence.
One of LeighAnna’s most remarkable accomplishments is building an entirely new team from the ground up. Using her experience and strong management skills, she has created an environment where engagement, growth, and collaboration thrive. She continually invests in her team, mentoring each individual to be the best version of themselves, professionally and personally.
What truly sets LeighAnna apart is her energy and attitude. She leads by example with a pep in her step, a smile on her face, and a cheerleader’s spirit that never fades. Through the good days and the challenging ones, she is always encouraging, always positive, and always pushing her team forward. Her passion for this business radiates in everything she does and in every interaction, she has, whether with her team, colleagues, or partners across the organization.
Like Ted Lasso himself, LeighAnna inspires through both words and actions. She makes those around her feel supported, empowered, and capable of more than they thought possible. Whether she’s guiding a project through challenges, celebrating wins big and small, or offering just the right words at the right moment, LeighAnna exemplifies leadership that is people‑first and forward‑thinking.
Congratulations to LeighAnna Emunson on being named the 2025 SCS Ted Lasso Award winner. Your leadership, heart, and unwavering positivity continue to make a lasting impact on your team and the entire SCS organization.