ISG Welcomes Raleigh Development Strategist To Support Residential + Mixed-Use Growth

ISG, a 100% ESOP firm, has a rich history, which extends over 50 years of building trusting relationships with clients, stakeholders, and the community.

Raleigh, North Carolina – ISG, a full-service architecture, engineering, environmental, and planning firm, is proud to announce that Christine McDonald has joined the firm’s Raleigh office as a development strategist. McDonald brings nearly three decades of guiding decision-making for mixed-use and commercial development projects, with a background in real estate development and market-driven planning.

McDonald will support ISG’s Residential + Mixed‑Use Business Unit by connecting client goals with market opportunities, strengthening pursuit strategy, and building relationships that advance projects from early concept through development. Her experience spans market analysis and business development, helping position teams and ideas for long-term success.

“Christine brings an intentional, relationship-driven approach to development strategy that aligns with how we serve clients,” said Neil Gray, AIA, LEED AP, Vice President, Residential + Mixed‑Use at ISG. “Her ability to connect market insight with design expertise will play an important role in continuing to grow our work and deliver meaningful projects.” Based in Raleigh, McDonald will contribute to ISG’s continued growth across North Carolina, supporting clients with a multidisciplinary approach that connects thoughtfulness, design, and community impact.

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