Christopher J. Swift is the CEO and Chairman of The Hartford Financial Services Group. Appointed CEO in 2014 after serving as CFO, he played pivotal roles in managing the company’s financial strategies. His leadership has been crucial in The Hartford's...

Christopher J. Swift is the CEO and Chairman of The Hartford Financial Services Group. Appointed CEO in 2014 after serving as CFO, he played pivotal roles in managing the company’s financial strategies. His leadership has been crucial in The Hartford's navigation of challenges and expansion in the financial service sector. With a career beginning at KPMG and significant roles at AIG, Swift brings extensive experience in finance and risk management. Notably, in 2023, he earned a total compensation of $15.86 million, including a substantial performance bonus reflecting strong company results. He's also made significant insider trades, with transactions exceeding $54 million in value recently. Swift is an advocate for aligning executive pay with performance metrics, ensuring that the company remains accountable to its shareholders. Under his guidance, The Hartford has emphasized corporate responsibility, with the board focusing on environmental, social, and governance issues, showing that leadership involves more than just numbers. His path shows a blend of finance acumen and strategic vision, crucial for this fast-evolving industry.

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2. Holdings

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4. Compensation History

5. Other The Hartford Financial Services Group CEOs

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Christopher J. Swift

CEO of The Hartford Financial Services Group

Education

Not specified

Field of Expertise

Finance & Banking - Finance

Sector of Economy

Financial Services

Born

January 1, 1961 - 64 years ago

CEO of The Hartford Financial Services Group for

10 years 9 months (Jul 2014 - Present)

Previous Experience

N/A

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Christopher J. Swift

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Timothy J. Mattke

CEO of MGIC Investment Corp.

2023 Compensation

Stock

$1.25M

Salary

$600.00K

Bonus

$180.00K

Other

$50.00K

Total Holdings

$22.27M

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Craig Smiddy

CEO of Old Republic International

2023 Compensation

Stock

$575.29K

Salary

$926.67K

Bonus

$2.28M

Other

$37.02K

Total Holdings

$7.72M

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Gary C. Bhojwani

CEO of CNO Financial Group

2022 Compensation

Stock

$9.11M

Salary

$1.03M

Bonus

$1.70M

Other

$352.32K

Total Holdings

$45.23M

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Alan D. Schnitzer

CEO of The Travelers Companies

2023 Compensation

Stock

$22.60M

Salary

$1.45M

Bonus

$6.00M

Other

$327.79K

Total Holdings

$73.22M

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Michel A. Khalaf

CEO of MetLife

2023 Compensation

Stock

$15.81M

Salary

$1.48M

Bonus

$4.80M

Other

$279.92K

Total Holdings

$50.00M

Holdings

See how much did Christopher J. Swift make over time.

Christopher J. Swift's holdings reveal his confidence in The Hartford's prospects. Over the last few years, his insider trading activity has seen some notable fluctuations, peaking in December 2023 with a trade value around $54 million. This suggests he believes...

Christopher J. Swift's holdings reveal his confidence in The Hartford's prospects. Over the last few years, his insider trading activity has seen some notable fluctuations, peaking in December 2023 with a trade value around $54 million. This suggests he believes in the long-term growth potential of The Hartford, given these substantial trades. At times, his net wealth from these holdings has shifted significantly, highlighting the ups and downs of stock performance. As of now, he holds a mix of performance shares and stock options, with a vested amount indicating a heavy involvement in the company's future. His focus on performance metrics makes it clear he aligns his interests with those of the shareholders, which is essential for trust in leadership.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

CFG @ $40.96

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shares

HIG @ $118.91

Total Stock Sold

$59.27M

HIG

$59.27M

788,632 HIG shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Christopher J. Swift didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra HIG788,632 shares worth $30.52M.
This is -48.51% and $28.75M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

HIG

435,083 shares

HIG

Recent Charitable Transactions

HIG

27,200 shares

HIG

Nov 5, 2024

Charity

HIG

115,540 shares

HIG

Aug 2, 2024

Charity

HIG

20,968 shares

HIG

Feb 27, 2024

Charity

HIG

27,040 shares

HIG

Nov 3, 2023

Charity

HIG

27,676 shares

HIG

Sep 14, 2023

Charity

HIG

13,845 shares

HIG

Nov 18, 2022

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Christopher J. Swift.

HIG

$12.00K

HIG at $120.00/share

Mar 4, 2025

Sale

CFG

162.3 shares

CFG

Nov 13, 2024

Received

HIG

27,200 shares

HIG

Nov 5, 2024

Charity

HIG

13,600 shares

HIG

Nov 5, 2024

Charity

CFG

185.887 shares

CFG

Aug 14, 2024

Received

HIG

115,540 shares

HIG

Aug 2, 2024

Charity

HIG

40,000 shares

HIG

Aug 2, 2024

Charity

CFG

200.105 shares

CFG

May 15, 2024

Received

CFG

4,428 shares

CFG

Apr 25, 2024

Received

HIG

20,968 shares

HIG

Feb 27, 2024

Charity

Compensation History

See how much did Christopher J. Swift make over time.

In 2023, Christopher Swift's total compensation reached approximately $15.86 million, continuing a trend of linking pay to performance. His base salary of $1.2 million is complemented by a performance bonus of about $3.86 million, reflecting achievements against established company targets. Although he did not receive vested stock options this year, he was granted 67,067 shares that depend on performance metrics to vest by December 2025. His compensation package emphasizes a philosophy where profit and growth for The Hartford align with his pay structure, ensuring that both the company and its CEO are moving in the same strategic direction. This approach not only helps retain top talent but also promotes accountability among executives. Swift's consistent high-level compensation confirms his significant role in steering The Hartford's future towards success.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$5.37M

Salary

$1.20M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy is designed to align executive pay with company performance, emphasizing variable compensation based on both annual and long-term performance metrics.

Bonus

$3.86M

Board Justification

The AIP award for 2023 was approved at $3,861,000, which is 117% of the target AIP opportunity of $3,300,000, reflecting strong company performance against pre-established targets.

Other

$312.77K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes perquisites such as personal use of corporate aircraft, commuting costs, and expenses related to an executive physical.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock grants were vested in 2023 as the focus is on performance shares and stock options which are not included in the total compensation calculations.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining the CEO's compensation include Compensation Core Earnings and Total Shareholder Return (TSR) relative to a peer group.

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Liam E. McGee

Ex-CEO of The Hartford Financial Services Group

October 2009 - June 2014