Health Insurance Innovations, Inc. announced that the board of directors has appointed Gavin Southwell, President of the company since July 2016, to the role of Chief Executive Officer and board member, effective immediately. In connection with this appointment, Patrick McNamee is transitioning out as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Southwell brings with him nearly 15 years of executive leadership experience and a strong track record of delivering enhanced performance with a customer focused approach in his prior positions with insurance and insurance brokerage companies.

Since joining HII in April 2016, Mr. Southwell has been instrumental in the company's success in driving growth and controlling costs.