The Hartford Announces CEO Succession: Mo Tooker Appointed CEO Effective March 2027

Executive Leadership Succession

On September 30, 2026, The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc. filed an 8-K announcing a planned Chief Executive Officer succession:

• Resignation of Christopher J. Swift: Swift will step down as CEO on March 1, 2027, after nearly 13 years leading the company. He will transition to Executive Chair of the Board until stepping down during the second half of 2027.
• Appointment of A. Morris "Mo" Tooker: Tooker, currently President of The Hartford, was appointed CEO effective March 1, 2027. He has also been elected to the Board of Directors effective October 1, 2026, joining the Finance, Investment and Risk Management Committee (FIRMCo).

Background on Incoming CEO A. Morris Tooker

• Age 57; has served as President since February 1, 2025.
• Joined The Hartford in 2015 as Chief Underwriting Officer.
• Previously held executive roles overseeing Commercial Lines, Middle & Large Commercial, Global Specialty, and Sales & Distribution.
• Formerly served as President of General Reinsurance Corporation.

Executive Compensation Highlights

A. Morris Tooker (Effective March 1, 2027):

• Target Total Annual Compensation: $12.0 million
• Base Salary: $1.1 million
• Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) Target: $2.75 million
• Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Target: $8.15 million

Christopher J. Swift (Transition Agreement):

• Base Salary (as Executive Chair): $1.2 million effective March 1, 2027
• 2027 AIP Target: $2.4 million (prorated)
• 2027 LTI Award Target: $7.4 million
• Outstanding options and performance shares will receive retirement treatment upon employment termination.

Market and Governance Impact

This orderly succession signals strategic continuity and stability for The Hartford, advancing an internal 11-year company veteran into the top executive position while retaining outgoing leadership during a structured transition period.