Intuit , the global financial technology company behind trusted products like TurboTax, Credit Karma, QuickBooks, and Mailchimp, is entering a meaningful new chapter with the appointment of two respected leaders to its Board of Directors. Bill McDermott, Chairman and CEO of ServiceNow, and Adena Friedman, Chair and CEO of Nasdaq, will join the Board effective August 1, 2026. Their arrival comes at a time when Intuit is deepening its focus on innovation, AI, and helping people and businesses achieve financial confidence.
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The company also announced an important leadership transition within the Board. Beginning January 22, 2026, at Intuit’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders, CEO Sasan Goodarzi will assume the combined role of CEO and Board Chair. Director Vasant Prabhu will step into the position of Lead Independent Director. As part of this transition, Board Chair Suzanne Nora Johnson and member Ryan Roslansky will be stepping down, closing their chapters with Intuit after years of thoughtful service and support.
Speaking about this moment, Sasan Goodarzi expressed deep appreciation for both the outgoing and incoming leaders. He highlighted the company’s strong momentum as it works toward becoming the global AI-driven expert platform and acknowledged how meaningful it is to welcome Bill and Adena, calling them transformative leaders with invaluable expertise. He emphasized Bill’s experience in scaling platform-based businesses and Adena’s deep background in financial services and AI innovation in regulated markets. Goodarzi also extended heartfelt gratitude to Suzanne Nora Johnson and Ryan Roslansky for their long-standing dedication to Intuit’s mission.
Bill McDermott’s appointment reflects Intuit’s commitment to bringing in leaders who view technology as a pathway to helping people. McDermott, who has spent years guiding global companies through major transformations, spoke with admiration for Intuit’s mission. He described the company as one that turns financial challenges into opportunities for growth and expressed how honored he feels to join a Board that keeps people at the center of its purpose, especially during a time when AI is rewriting how businesses operate and how individuals manage their financial futures.
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Adena Friedman brings her own strong connection to Intuit’s values. Known for her leadership in fintech and her deep understanding of regulated financial environments, she shared her long-standing respect for Intuit’s work. Friedman spoke warmly about Intuit’s culture of innovation and its commitment to powering prosperity for individuals and businesses. She expressed excitement about supporting a mission she sees as both impactful and essential, especially as the company becomes a guiding intelligence system for financial wellbeing.
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These leadership additions, taking effect in August 2026, represent more than a corporate update. They reflect Intuit’s ongoing commitment to deeper trust, stronger innovation, and a people-first approach to financial technology. With a blend of experience, empathy, and shared purpose, Intuit is stepping confidently into its next chapter one rooted in the belief that technology, when guided by the right leaders, can change lives for the better.
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