Mette Skjold is Senior Partner and CEO of SLA with over 20 years of experience in ownership and management of large Danish and international landscape and urban planning projects. Mette leads SLA’s strategic urban planning with an emphasis on sustainability in environmental, economic, and social terms. She has extensive experience in the connections between urban spaces and buildings with a focus on creating high-quality, green public spaces to improve public health and stimulate social interactions. She combines her architectural knowledge with a Master’s Degree in Leadership & Innovation to continuously push SLA and the industry toward a more sustainable, innovative future for life in our cities. In addition to her involvement with SLA, Mette is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Danish Architecture Center.