Chris Kimmel Joins IRI as Chief Innovation Officer

Chris is a proven operational leader. He effectively executed enterprise-wide implementations, transformed organizational performance, and drove value through operational efficiencies, financial results, and successful business outcomes. He is a multi-faceted, highly analytical, and results-driven professional with demonstrated capabilities to think critically and assess opportunities effectively while leveraging technology to solve highly complex problems. A trusted, respected, and inclusive business leader with a forward-thinking and innovative approach, and the ability to engage employees at all levels of the organization from individual contributors to C-suite executives.

A software engineer by heart, he has led large software development divisions; IT managed services, and call centers with operational leadership and P&L responsibilities while leveraging his analytical and structured logical mindset.

He also served in the Louisiana Army National Guard.

Contact Chris at chris.kimmel@louisiana.edu.