The Hartford has named company President A. Morris “Mo” Tooker as its next Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Christopher Swift as part of a planned leadership transition.
Tooker will become CEO on March 1, 2027, while Swift will transition to Executive Chair of The Hartford’s Board of Directors on the same date. Tooker will also join the company’s board effective October 1, 2026.
Tooker joined The Hartford in 2015 as Chief Underwriting Officer and has held a series of increasingly senior positions during his 11 years with the insurer.
As President, Tooker has overseen business performance, strategy and enterprise-wide execution. His work has included strengthening underwriting capabilities, expanding the company’s risk appetite and growing risk-mitigation services intended to help customers prevent losses and increase resilience.
He has also worked to increase collaboration across The Hartford’s businesses through a more integrated go-to-market strategy that combines expertise and customer insights across the organization.
Tooker’s elevation is part of a succession process that will keep Swift closely involved with the company during the transition.
Swift will move to Executive Chair after nearly 13 years as CEO and more than 12 years as Chairman. During his tenure as CEO and CFO, The Hartford said he helped transform the company into a more focused and disciplined insurer and substantially strengthened its financial profile.
Under Swift’s leadership, The Hartford more than tripled its net income return on equity and generated a more than eightfold increase in its share price. The company also expanded its capabilities through technology investments, broader product offerings and a larger geographic footprint.
As Executive Chair, Swift will lead the Board of Directors, help guide and oversee corporate strategy and serve as an adviser to Tooker. The structure is intended to provide continuity as Tooker assumes leadership of the company.
Swift will also continue several community engagements, including leadership of the City of Hartford’s Vision Committee.
He expects to step down as Executive Chair during the second half of 2027.
The Hartford operates across property and casualty insurance and employee benefits and traces its history to 1810.
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“This thoughtful succession plan ensures a seamless transition, preserving strategic continuity, business momentum and operational strength. Respected throughout the insurance industry, Mo combines strategic vision with disciplined execution. He has consistently delivered profitable growth, advanced customer-centered innovation, upheld underwriting rigor and built strong, aligned teams. He is ideally suited to lead as CEO and guide The Hartford’s next chapter.”
“On behalf of the board, I would like to express our deep gratitude for Chris’ leadership. He has made a profound impact on The Hartford, the insurance industry and communities across the country. His enduring legacy includes market-leading financial results, a high-performance culture and a leadership style grounded in empathy and putting people first.”
Trevor Fetter, Lead Independent Director of The Hartford’s Board of Directors
“I am excited and inspired to lead The Hartford during this time of extraordinary opportunity. As a result of Chris’ tremendous vision and leadership, we are exceptionally well-positioned for the future with financial strength, a disciplined strategy and an unwavering commitment to excellence. With our competitive advantages, talented teams and focus on innovation, we are poised to excel and create lasting value for all our stakeholders.”
A. Morris “Mo” Tooker, President and Incoming Chief Executive Officer of The Hartford
“It has been an honor to serve as CEO of this iconic company. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together, elevating The Hartford to new levels of success and sustaining strong performance. Mo is an outstanding leader, remarkable person and a trusted industry authority. The strength of our succession planning and depth of talent across the organization gives me the utmost confidence in The Hartford’s bright future.”
Christopher Swift, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Hartford
