Goosehead Insurance Appoints AI Expert Bill Wade to Board of Directors


Westlake, TX – Goosehead Insurance, Inc. (NASDAQ: GSHD), a technology-driven leader in personal lines insurance distribution, has announced the appointment of Bill Wade to its Board of Directors. Wade brings over 25 years of strategic consulting experience, most recently as a senior partner at Bain & Company, with a strong track record in artificial intelligence (AI) integration, digital transformation, and scalable growth strategies.

Throughout his consulting career, Wade has advised Fortune 500 companies and private equity firms on embedding AI and digital capabilities into core operations to boost efficiency and accelerate innovation. His appointment aligns with Goosehead’s strategy to solidify its position as a leading tech-enabled insurance distributor.

“We are thrilled to welcome Bill to our Board,” said Mark E. Jones, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Goosehead. “Technology is the battleground in our industry, and Bill’s experience will be instrumental as we expand our lead in digital insurance distribution.”

CEO Mark Miller added, “Bill’s addition is pivotal. His deep expertise in AI and digital innovation will help us redefine client experience and industry benchmarks.”

Wade, who holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and dual degrees in accountancy from Brigham Young University, expressed enthusiasm about the company’s direction: “Goosehead’s tech-first, client-centric model is revolutionizing insurance. I look forward to contributing to the next phase of its growth.”

Founded in 2003, Goosehead Insurance operates through corporate and franchise locations across the U.S., representing over 200 insurance carriers. The firm’s continued investment in technology and human capital has made it one of the fastest-growing agencies in the country.