George Neble
EverQuoteAbout George Neble
George Neble (age 68) has served as an independent director of EverQuote since 2018. He is the Audit Committee Chair and has been designated an “audit committee financial expert.” A certified public accountant, Neble holds a B.S. in accounting from Boston College and brings over 40 years of experience working with emerging growth technology-based companies, including senior leadership roles at Ernst & Young (EY).
Past Roles
| Organization | Role | Tenure | Committees/Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ernst & Young LLP | Managing Partner, Boston office | Nov 2012 – Jun 2017 | — |
| Ernst & Young LLP | Senior Assurance Partner | 2002 – 2012 | — |
| Independent | Business Consultant | Since Jul 2017 | — |
External Roles
| Organization | Role | Tenure | Committees/Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intapp, Inc. (public) | Director | Since Jun 2021 | — |
| LumiraDx (private) | Director; Audit Committee Chair | Jul 2020 – Apr 2024 | Chaired Audit Committee |
| Real Goods Solar, Inc. (public) | Director | Jun 2019 – Jul 2021 | — |
Board Governance
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Independence | Board determined Neble is “independent” under Nasdaq rules (Feb 2025) |
| Committee Assignments | Audit Committee (member); Audit Committee Chair |
| Audit Committee Financial Expert | Yes (SEC-defined) |
| Board Meetings (FY 2024) | 6 meetings held |
| Audit Committee Meetings (FY 2024) | 4 meetings held |
| Attendance | Each director attended ≥75% of board and committee meetings; all directors attended the 2024 Annual Meeting |
| Executive Sessions | Independent directors hold periodic executive sessions |
| Controlled Company Status | EverQuote is a “controlled company” under Nasdaq and avails itself of certain governance exemptions (e.g., majority-independent board, nominations committee) |
| Audit Committee Report | Recommended inclusion of 2024 audited financials in Form 10-K |
| Related Person Transactions Oversight | Audit Committee reviews and approves/ratifies related person transactions |
Fixed Compensation
Non-employee director program (not affiliated with Link Ventures):
| Role | Annual Cash Retainer ($) |
|---|---|
| Board member | $30,000 |
| Audit Committee Chair | $20,000 |
| Audit Committee Member | $10,000 |
| Compensation Committee Chair | $12,000 |
| Compensation Committee Member | $5,000 |
George Neble – 2024 Director Compensation:
| Item | Amount ($) |
|---|---|
| Fees earned or paid in cash | $50,000 |
| Stock awards | $124,999 |
| Option awards | — |
| Total | $174,999 |
Performance Compensation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Annual RSU Grant Policy | Each eligible non-employee director receives RSUs equal to $125,000 divided by the closing price on grant date; granted at the first board meeting on or after the annual meeting |
| Vesting | 100% vests on the earlier of one year from grant or next annual meeting; full acceleration upon change in control (single-trigger) |
| 2024 Stock Awards Outstanding (as of 12/31/24) | 5,351 stock awards outstanding for Neble |
| Performance Metrics | Director RSUs are time-based; no performance metrics disclosed |
Other Directorships & Interlocks
| Company | Sector | Role | Potential Interlock/Conflict Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intapp, Inc. | Software (financial services) | Director | No EverQuote-related interlock disclosed |
| LumiraDx | Diagnostics | Director; Audit Chair | No EverQuote-related interlock disclosed |
| Real Goods Solar, Inc. | Solar equipment | Director | No EverQuote-related interlock disclosed |
Expertise & Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant; B.S. in Accounting (Boston College)
- Over 40 years working with emerging growth technology-based companies
- Audit Committee financial expert designation
- Deep financial reporting, assurance, and audit oversight experience
Equity Ownership
| Holder | Class A Shares Beneficially Owned | % of Class A | Options (#) | Stock Awards Outstanding (#) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Neble | 48,720 | <1% | — | 5,351 |
Shares outstanding (for context as of Apr 8, 2025): Class A 32,552,265; Class B 3,604,278.
Compliance and trading plans:
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Section 16(a) Compliance (2024) | No delinquent filings reported for Neble; one delinquency noted for David Blundin (distribution) |
| Rule 10b5-1 Plans | Company discloses directors may adopt Rule 10b5-1 trading plans; proxy does not disclose a Neble-specific plan |
Governance Assessment
- Strengths: Independent director; Audit Committee Chair; SEC-defined financial expert; consistent attendance; audit oversight of financial reporting and related person transactions; equity-based director pay supports alignment (cash $50,000 vs equity $124,999 in 2024).
- Controlled company risks: Link Ventures/affiliates received ~$12.3 million for marketing-related services in 2024; chairman David Blundin and Link Ventures collectively control ~57.8% of total voting power, increasing reliance on robust audit oversight for related party transactions.
- Change-in-control provisions: Director RSUs accelerate fully upon a change in control (single-trigger), which can be perceived as less performance-contingent at deal time for investors.
- Engagement signals: Board (6 meetings) and Audit Committee (4 meetings) held regular sessions; all directors attended the 2024 Annual Meeting; independent directors meet in executive session periodically—favorable for board effectiveness.
RED FLAGS
- Controlled company exemptions reduce certain governance safeguards (e.g., majority independent board, nominations committee), heightening importance of Audit Committee independence and rigor under Neble’s chairship.
- Significant related-party spend with Link Ventures and affiliates (~$12.3 million in 2024) requires vigilant oversight to avoid conflicts; Audit Committee is the approving body for such transactions.