Gretchen Howard

Gretchen Howard is a recently appointed member of Thumbtack's Board of Directors, joining in February 2024.1 She brings extensive experience in leadership roles at prominent technology and financial companies. Here's an overview of her background and current positions:

Professional Experience

Former Chief Operating Officer at Robinhood:

• Served as COO for five years
• Oversaw key functions including brokerage, compliance, HR, customer trust and safety, and business strategy
• Helped lead the company through its IPO in 202112

Previous Roles:

• Partner at CapitalG (Alphabet Inc.'s growth equity fund)
• Senior management positions at Google
• Leadership roles at Fidelity Investments23

Current Board Positions

• Board Member at Thumbtack
  • Serves as Chair of the Board's Nominating and Governance Committee1
• Board Member at AllTrails
• Board Member at Flywire Corporation (FLYW)23

Education and Additional Involvement

• B.A. from Williams College
• M.B.A. from Harvard Business School
• Trustee of Williams College
• Former board member of the YMCA of San Francisco23

Expertise and Contributions

Gretchen Howard is known for her operational and strategic expertise, particularly in scaling companies and navigating complex business environments. Her appointment to Thumbtack's board comes as the company continues to expand its marketplace for home services, leveraging her experience to support growth initiatives.1