Goosehead Insurance Appoints Bill Wade to Board of Directors | GSHD Stock News

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Apr 17, 2025
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  • Bill Wade joins Goosehead Insurance's Board of Directors, bringing over 25 years of expertise in AI-driven innovation and tech-enabled growth.
  • Wade's appointment aligns with Goosehead's technology-focused strategy to become the leading distributor of personal lines insurance in the U.S.
  • Wade's background includes an MBA from Harvard and a senior partnership at Bain & Company, specializing in digital transformation.

Goosehead Insurance (GSHD, Financial), a leader in the personal lines insurance distribution, has announced the appointment of Bill Wade to its Board of Directors. Wade's extensive experience spans over 25 years as a senior partner and consultant at Bain & Company, where he specialized in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation to drive growth and innovation.

Wade's appointment is a strategic fit with Goosehead's ambitious technology-driven expansion goals, as the company seeks to strengthen its technological leadership in the insurance sector. Goosehead’s Co-Founder and Executive Chairman, Mark E. Jones, emphasized the importance of technology, stating, "Bill's proven success in leveraging technology to drive transformational growth is exactly what we need as we aggressively invest to win the tech race in the insurance industry."

CEO of Goosehead Insurance, Mark Miller, also commented on the significant impact Wade's expertise will have, noting that Wade's experience with AI-powered analytics and digital strategy will help Goosehead elevate client experiences and strengthen industry leadership. The company's objective is to become the top U.S. distributor of personal lines insurance.

Bill Wade holds an MBA from Harvard Business School as a Baker and Siebel Scholar, as well as bachelor's and master's degrees in accountancy from Brigham Young University. His appointment is an integral step in further aligning Goosehead's growth strategy with cutting-edge technology and innovation.

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