Since 1977, Billy Wood has served the life insurance needs of individuals and businesses concerned about ensuring continuity of wealth from generation to generation.
He applied the lessons learned in college sports—persistence, competitiveness, character, and service—to building his business.
He learned the value and reward of hard work early as an athlete in college, lettering in both golf and football at Auburn University. After college, he applied the lessons learned in college sports—persistence, competitiveness, character, and service—to building his business.
His reputation on and off the golf course assures his clients that they are in good hands. Billy’s clients benefit from his experience and expertise in helping them pass their wealth, business, and significant assets to the next generation—whether children, grandchildren, or a charity. Last year, Billy branched off on his own to found Wood Financial Group with his partner, Grahame Read. In his career, he has been involved with the placing of over $800 million of existing life insurance death benefits.
His reputation on and off the golf course assures his clients that they are in good hands.
Born and raised in Birmingham, Billy has built his life and business in this community. His service over the years consists of serving on many boards, including the board of the Country Club of Birmingham, the Alabama Golf Association, and Big Oak Ranch. He currently serves on the boards of the Center for Executive Leadership and Trinity Counseling. He is a member of both the Birmingham Rotary Club and the Birmingham Golf Association Hall of Fame.
