Scott Radecic

Scott Radecic is a founding partner and global director of Populous, the world’s leading architecture firm specializing in sports and entertainment venues. With 34 years of experience, Scott has been instrumental in redefining the future of stadiums, arenas, and training facilities across the globe.

Scott has led the design efforts for 18 NFL teams and more than 50 colleges and universities, including the design and strategic development of new NFL and collegiate stadiums, elite athlete training centers, large complex stadium renovations, and cutting-edge experiential & fan engagement concepts. His portfolio includes high-profile stadium redevelopments including the current Beaver Stadium Renovation Project at Penn State, new stadiums for the University of Minnesota and Colorado State University, as well as the new 60,000-seat NFL stadium for the Buffalo Bills, where his leadership helped integrate vision, brand, and western New York values, to create a truly football 1st experience, incorporating advanced and immersive technologies.

Scott’s early work includes stadium and training facility projects for a variety of university and NFL clients such as the Carolina Panthers, Indianapolis Colts, New Orleans Saints and San Diego Chargers, as well as Arizona State, Penn State, Virginia Tech, Georgia Tech, Colorado State, the University of Minnesota, the University of Connecticut, and the University of Washington. These projects helped to redefine the modern collegiate stadium and athlete training facilities and achieved the earliest LEED sustainability certifications of those project types in United States.

Scott’s influence extends beyond design. He is a trusted advisor to professional franchises and universities, guiding clients through complex planning, programming, budgeting, and project management with clarity and precision. His ability to translate team, fan and athletic culture into architectural form has made him a sought-after thought leader in the evolution of sports & entertainment design. His unique perspective—rooted in a 12-year NFL career and collegiate success as a National Champion and All-American—gives him unmatched insight into the needs of athletes, teams, and fans alike.

As a member of Global Leadership Board at Populous, Scott has spearheaded global stadium and training facility project collaborations throughout Populous. These international collaborations with Populous global project leaders have contributed to cross market advancements in stadium and athlete training facility design for Populous throughout Australia, Europe, and the UK.

Known for his dynamic leadership, strategic vision, and articulate communication, Scott continues to push the boundaries of what sports architecture can achieve. Under his guidance, Populous has grown into a global powerhouse, delivering transformative experiences that bring people together through the power of sport, entertainment, and shared human moments.