Bridget Wade was born in Houston. She attended Briargrove Elementary, Paul Revere Middle School, and Wisdom (formerly Robert E. Lee) and Episcopal High Schools. She then earned a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Oklahoma.

Wade’s involvement in education is longstanding, with leadership roles including president of Briargrove Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), carnival chair, and Campus New Construction Committee. She also sat on the Episcopal High School Board of Trustees and Alumni Council, and chaired the Auction and Annual Fund. She has also served as a volunteer for Yellowstone Academy and Have Haven.

Wade’s deep appreciation for Houston has led her to numerous leadership positions on several boards and leadership committees in the area. In addition to serving as Briargrove Elementary PTO president, she led a special task force for Methodist Hospital. She also chaired the advisory board for the Blaffer Museum of Art at the University of Houston and currently sits on the National Advisory Board for the Blanton Museum at the University of Texas.

Wade has been married to Patrick Wade for 30 years and together they have three adult children and one daughter-in-law. She and her husband are founding members of The Church of the Apostles.