Issues Management Group

Last week, IMG team members traveled to Vermont to partake in NESHCo (New England Society for Healthcare Communications)'s 2026 Annual Conference, where IMG Executive Vice President Rich Copp moderated a panel on media relations with Lori Howley and John F. Looney. During the panel, they shared thoughtful, practical insights on today’s healthcare media landscape and their strategies for engaging both hyperlocal and larger media outlets.

Thank you to Lori and John for sharing their expertise, to those who joined us, and to the entire NESHCo team for organizing an incredible conference!

In a recent visit to Boston City Hall, residents of J.J. Carroll House showed their appreciation to City Councilors for their ongoing support of 2Life Communities and the City's dedication to investing in its senior community.

Residents took to the floor of the City Council Chamber to present their original artwork directly to councilors. They also visited Mayor Wu's office and met with Age Strong's Commissioner, Emily Shea. Days like these are a powerful reminder that civic engagement has no age limit.

IMG is grateful to be part of the team supporting 2Life Communities!

Recently, IMG team members had a wonderful time volunteering at Pine Street Inn, New England’s largest homeless services provider, where we hosted games of bingo, gave out prizes, and provided snacks and drinks!

Pine Street Inn is dedicated to ending homelessness, supporting over 2,400 individuals every day through housing, shelter, outreach, and workforce development programs. Thank you to Pine Street Inn for everything you do to support the Boston community.

For decades, the Commonwealth has been a national leader in supporting older adults who wish to age at home, but as the baby boomer generation ages, the conversation is shifting. The question is no longer simply how programs are structured, but whether there will be enough caregivers to sustain them.

In a recent blog by Maureen Glynn, learn about how policy, collaboration, and workforce innovation can shape the next chapter in care as demographic trends change:

Massachusetts Built Strong Home Care, Next Build the Workforce Caring for aging loved ones is deeply meaningful but often comes with real challenges, especially finding quality, affordable care.

Yesterday, members of our IMG team attended the Boston Business Journal’s Bizwomen Mentoring Monday! We were grateful for the opportunity to engage with inspiring women leaders across the business community during an afternoon of networking and mentoring.

On Thursday, March 26, IMG Vice President Rachael Dane will join fellow education experts in a virtual discussion hosted by Stetson Law School on strengthening protections for minors on campus while minimizing institutional risk, effectively addressing adverse incidents, and fostering trust across the campus community.

Learn more about the webinar here: https://web.cvent.com/event/8f0f7f89-0b84-4dba-a0ae-bc751c78d9d5/summary

IMG is feeling extra charmed this St. Patrick's Day! ☘️ Our Boston team celebrated the season with some homemade treats and extra green bagels.

We hope everyone has a great !

Recently, residents and staff from 2Life brought their voices, lived experiences, and leadership to the State House for the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program Cookie Day (MRVP), an annual advocacy event to raise awareness for MRVP’s impact on some of the Commonwealth’s most vulnerable residents.

In a new blog by IMG Vice President Kathy Bell, discover her reflections from Cookie Day and what this festive and important advocacy day entailed for IMG and 2Life Communities: https://issuesgroup.com/pillars/public-affairs-blogs/2life-residents-bring-extra-life-and-spirit-to-the-state-house/

IMG wants to wish our team a happy Employee Appreciation Day! We want to celebrate the incredible dedication, collaboration, and talent of all our IMGers.

In honor of , we took a moment to “espresso” our gratitude with a coffee bar as a small gesture to thank our team for the big impact they make every day.☕