Leadership

	Steve Irwin Founder and Chief Executive Officer 1-800-505-8489 Twenty-five years ago, Steve's mission to provide the best insurance services to his community began. From his first day in the business, his commitment to client service expanded his business exponentially. Today, that commitment continues as his focus broadens to include top agents and producers nationwide. Across the United States, Steve Irwin’s name is synonymous with service, support and success. When successful agents want to increase their bottom line, they call Steve to improve their business regardless of their location. Steve's original specialty, working with retirees and those planning for retirement, is particularly important in today's uncertain economic times. His "Retirement Preservation Workshops" offer the most up-to-date information on protecting client principal and ensuring their money lasts throughout their golden years. The Irwin Financial Group welcomes top producers to their team thanks to Steve’s unbeatable track record, and the most progressive, successful and attractive financial programs in our industry.
	Stephen Way President and Business Coach 1-800-505-8489 In his first two years in the insurance business, Stephen wrote over $20 million in fixed annuities. A former protégé of our founder, Stephen is the current President and Co-owner of IFG. Stephen is a licensed  Insurance Agent and has spent the last five years working with estate planners and attorneys who specialize in Tax and Medicaid Planning.  Stephen's expertise is in Estate, Tax and Income Planning along with IRA laws and concepts.  Stephen's last two years have been spent working with attorneys in Securities and Insurance Law.  He has been recognized to be one of the most knowledgeable advisors in the industry. His amazing record in our industry illustrates the effectiveness of what he has learned and now teaches to agents nationwide. Apply them to your business and watch your annuity business soar. Stephen’s business sense has helped many agents get their offices up and running with efficiency.
	Brandon Schrock Director of Operations brandon@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 236 A cum laude graduate of the University of Indianapolis in business administration, Mr. Schrock brings professionalism and efficiency to his team leadership at IFG. He serves as a integral part of the leadership, ensuring that agents are given the tools needed to make their business successful.  “At Irwin Financial Group, we take pride in serving our producers, and strive to create great business relationships with our agents. The win-win result is lasting friendships as well.”
	Becky Foster Operations Manager/Compliance Director becky@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 228 After working for two years following up on the personal production of Steve and Stephen, Becky made the move to IFG to share her knowledge and experience with agents across the United States. Her in depth experience of the business will prove to be invaluable as she continually works to assist not only the staff but agents as well to reach new levels in their business.  Becky was also recently appointed as Compliance Director and will assist with moving IFG forward in being the most compliant and suitable FMO in the nation.
	Chris Corjay National Sales Director/Member of the 'A' Team chris@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 230  With two decades of proven sales experience Chris understands the importance of building your business. With his complete understanding of estate planning and taxation, Chris adds value to any wealth preservation strategy. As an advisor Chris’s only goal is to inspire his producers to attain the highest stratum of success in the financial industry.
	Corbett Sutton VP of Sales/Member of the 'A' Team corbett@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 227  Corbett has superior sales strategies and will train producers to exceed their expectations. He enjoys the challenge of assisting agents with complex cases and prides himself in providing quality solutions. A graduate of Henderson State University, Corbett’s committed to providing you the tools you need, to revolutionize your business.
	Matt Kinsinger Consultant/Member of the 'A' Team matt@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 238 A former professional arena football player, with three championship rings, Matt knows and understands the meaning of dedication, discipline and teamwork. He will work to provide the best service possible, making sure that you have all the tools needed to make your business successful, while he works to provide a wide array of products to serve all your clients needs.
	Debra Thomas Asst. to National Sales Director debra@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 225 Starting out as receptionist at IFG helped Debra to understand the needs of a good relationship with agents, thus making the transition to Asst to National Sales Director an easy one for Debra.  She understands the importance of detail and priorities and will assist with ensuring agents have what they need to succeed.
	Sarah Brown New Business Support sarah@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 241 With a history in the insurance industry Sarah understand the attention to detail that is of utmost importance in processing your new business. She will assist you with the scrubbing of your applications and then follow up one the business until it is issued, helping to get your commissions paid in record time.
	Krystal Kelley Licensing & Contracting Support krystal@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 232 Krystal understands the importance of ensuring that your contracting is done correctly and efficiently, so that you can be appointed with carriers, enabling you to provide the most suitable products for your clients. An expert in her field, Krystal will submit your contracts in record time.
	Frankie Barnett Licensing/Contracting & New BusinessSupport frankie@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 232 Frankie's work history includes strong customer service and attention to detail.  She loves working with and helping people and even volunteers at a local non-profit organization.  She also has a history of sales and understands the importance of providing agents with all the essential tools for the industry.
	Erik Beam Recruiting erik@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 222  A graduate of Humboldt University, Erik has been working within our industry for over a dozen years. Erik’s professional life has included service contracts with several major insurance carriers so he understands his team members challenges and concerns. As a integral part of the team, Erik presents the opportunities to agents nationwide to work with IFG.
	Keith Golden Graphic Designer keith@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 226  A graduate of henderson State University with a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts in 1993, Keith has 12 years experience in freelance and corporate graphic design.  He has a creative mind that will allow him to assit IFG and its agents with marketing materials and branding.
	Emily Lawson Marketing Director emily@irwinfg.com  1-800-505-8489 ext. 237   A graduate of Henderson State University, with a degree in Business Admin, with an emphasis in marketing, Emily will assist you by providing support in marketing and branding for your agency. Emily is conscientious and diligent in the performance of her duties and provides excellent marketing techniques for both IFG and its agents.
	Alisa Goodall Receptionist/Admin Asst. alisa@irwinfg.com 1-800-505-8489 ext. 221 That friendly voice you hear when calling IFG belongs to Alisa. A vital part of the team, she ensures that your call is handled in a timely manner. She understands the importance of providing quality customer service to all agents and staff and fulfills her duties in a friendly manner.
	Billy Graves Accounting/Controller billy@irwinfg.com 1-800-264-0533 After 37 years with the USDA forest service, Mr. Graves’ service culminated as the Director of Fiscal & Accounting Services for the Southwest region. Billy knows numbers! When he’s not adding up the growing sales figures at IFG, you can find him in nearby fresh water continuing his success as a Professional Bass Angler.
	Tamara Cowart Accounting tamara@irwinfg.com 1-800-264-0533 A Bachelors Degree in Marketing and Finance provided the education; her fourteen years in accounting, marketing, and sales/purchasing provided the experience needed to assist you with your commissions questions.  Tamara understands the importance of making sure that your commissions are paid as quickly and accurately as possible.