How We Work

IMS’s proven four-phase methodology – Discovery, Ideation, Execution, and Demonstrated Value – provides a disciplined framework for every engagement, ensuring planning rigor, collaborative client approval at each stage, and documented post-event insights that inform ROI and strategic refinement.
WHO WE ARE

IMS helps leaders navigate complex landscapes by designing the environments where decisions happen. We turn strategic priorities into high-impact experiences that drive engagement, elevate brands, and deliver measurable results.
WHY WE EXIST

Most convenings fall flat. We don’t. We turn vision into action through intentional strategy, thoughtful design, and a deep understanding of people and policy.
WHAT MOVES US

After supporting high-stakes moments for major global organizations and institutions, our founder saw a clear gap. Leaders need more effective ways to bring people together, so we design experiences that translate big ideas into meaningful connections and outcomes.
Proven Track Record
Our team operates at the intersection of national security and high-end production, where failure is not an option. From two Presidential Inaugurals, the NATO Summit, and the United Nations General Assembly to four Democratic National Convention cycles, 13 National Special Security Events, three NFL Super Bowls, and the NFL Draft, we bring deep institutional memory and precision to every engagement. We excel in high-pressure, multi-venue environments, navigating rapid change, executing white-glove VIP protocols, and coordinating seamlessly with the Secret Service, U.S. Capitol Police, and federal, state, and local law enforcement. We’ve mastered "operational invisibility," where logistics are seamless, design is immersive, and strategic priorities are so integrated that every experience feels effortless and world-class.
The Team
Our senior-led core team, augmented by our vetted national network of specialist professionals, ensures high-level attention on every engagement while providing scalable production capacity.

Nia King-Rubie
CEO & Managing Partner

Leona Abrahao
Chief of Staff

Anjan Bhattrai
Head of Technology

Kaitlin Laski
Creative Director

Jayla Johnson
Brand Strategist

GiGi Sheppard
Event Operations Manager

Comelia Sanford
Sr. Advisor - Operations & Logistics

Dash Fides Bismanos
Administrative Coordinator
