DENVER -- The Innovation Group (TIG) announced today the appointment of Chris Irwin as a senior vice president and partner at the firm. Since joining TIG in 2013, Irwin’s work increasingly has focused on the Native American sector, where he now becomes business lead.

Over the course of his career, Irwin has worked diligently with Tribes and First Nations across the U.S. and Canada. As Senior Vice President of Native American Services, Irwin will continue to direct core tribal project work for the firm, including market analyses, financial forecasts, economic impact studies, and diversification strategies, while also expanding TIG’s services to address the evolving needs of Native American enterprises.

“During the past decade, Chris has developed an incredible rapport with our Native American clients,” said TIG President Michael Soll. “His core skills in combination with a genuine passion for the opportunities we have with our tribal partners have afforded Chris the type of trusting relationships that help all businesses succeed.”

Irwin is a frequent industry speaker and regular contributor to Global Gaming Business magazine. He is a graduate of Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and holds a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Denver.