ISG news

Meet ISG Senior Graphic Designer Mallorie Schubbe

If you know Mallorie, you know that she is anything short of how she describes her fellow coworkers–friendly, helpful, humble, fun, and knowledgeable. For nearly eight years, this Senior Graphic Designer has been making an impact at ISG with her creativity and bright personality. What brought her to ISG and what is her favorite part about working here? If you guessed the people, Mankato’s patio, and projects, you’re halfway there.

Community Development Plans: Strengthening the Foundation for Deeper Connections

For a community to evolve into a quality place to live, work, and explore, it starts with a vision. ISG's Planning Group helps bring visions to reality through a strategic process that results in an actionable, and holistic plan, also known as a Community Development Plan (Plan).

ISG Celebrates 50th Anniversary + New Sioux Falls Office Grand Opening

In 2023, ISG celebrates its 50th anniversary milestone. An architecture, engineering, environmental, and planning firm, ISG has 13 offices positioned throughout the Midwest and serves clients nationwide. Throughout the year, ISG hosted a series of anniversary events to show our appreciation for the communities, clients, partners, and employee owners who have supported the mission of making a difference.

Right-of-Way Management: How to Be Prepared for Telecommunication Installations

As the next wave of telecommunication services are being introduced, providers are making their way throughout communities to incorporate services. Unlike developed areas, many small communities haven’t had the need to ensure they are equipped with the necessary means to meet the demands of these technology installations. Throughout all communities, public land designated for network infrastructure are called rights-of-way (ROW).

Improving Drainage Systems + Protecting the Water Quality of Fairmont’s Chain of Lakes

The long-term impact of agricultural drainage on water quality can be mitigated with properly designed improved drainage systems. Using a nutrient treatment train technique, ISG is providing additional water storage, nutrient reduction, velocity reduction, protection against streambank erosion, and overall water quality improvements to Fairmont’s Chain of Lakes.

Meet ISG Director of Marketing Abby Gram

As the leader of ISG’s robust marketing team, Abby Gram is a resilient creative force who is always ready for the next challenge. Read on to learn about ISG’s #Allin culture, some surprises about the marketing team, her time on the muddy Mississippi, and why she encourages others to “just keep swimming.”