Case Study: PlayCore Clarifies CORE’s Brand Architecture and Service Ecosystem with BOLTGROUP

PlayCore clarifies CORE into 4 service entities with BOLTGROUP

PlayCore, a leader in play and recreation spaces, partnered with BOLTGROUP to address a multifaceted brand architecture challenge. Their Center for Outreach, Research, and Education (CORE) had expanded into a broad platform of research, resources, and data services, but this growth created a need for a clearer structure, sharper positioning, and a more cohesive way to communicate its value to communities.

BOLTGROUP repositioned CORE and organized its offerings into a clear ecosystem of four entities: The Research Institute, Resource Library, Professional Development Hub, and Data Service Lab. They also elevated the Community Vitality Framework as a central strategic platform. This work transformed CORE into a more intuitive, scalable, and strategic brand platform, creating a stronger connection between research and measurable community impact while establishing a foundation for PlayCore's future business expansion.

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