By <a id="author" class="author" href="/us/authors/rod-bolivar/">Rod Bolivar</a> <br><a href="https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/companies/hartford/67011/" target="_blank">The Hartford</a> has announced the appointment of A. Morris “Mo” Tooker as president, effective Feb. 1, consolidating oversight of its property-and-casualty operations under his leadership.<br>In his expanded role, Tooker will oversee personal lines alongside his current responsibilities, which include small commercial, middle and large commercial, global specialty, enterprise sales and distribution, and risk services. He will continue to report to chairman and CEO Christopher Swift.<br>“I am honored and excited to become president of The <a href="/us/companies/hartford/67011/">Hartford</a> at such a significant time in our company’s history,” Tooker said.<br>Tooker expressed his commitment to his new role and highlighted the company’s focus on technology investments to improve processes and mitigate risks.<br>"Our competitive advantages are clear, and we start 2025 from a position of strength. I am energized by the tremendous opportunities ahead and confident in our sustained future success,” he said.<br><strong>Read more: </strong><a href="https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/the-hartford-delves-into-the-risk-landscape-as-new-threats-emerge-on-the-horizon-493921.aspx" target="_blank">The Hartford delves into the risk landscape as new threats emerge on the horizon</a><br>Tooker joined The Hartford in 2015 as chief underwriting officer and has since held several key leadership roles, including his most recent position as head of commercial lines. During his tenure, he has enhanced the company’s underwriting capabilities, driven growth, and supported a culture focused on innovation and collaboration.<br>Before joining The Hartford, Tooker served as president at General Reinsurance Corporation, overseeing the global property and casualty reinsurance business.<br><strong>Read more: </strong><a href="https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/the-hartford-receives-updated-ratings-from-am-best-494084.aspx" target="_blank">The Hartford receives updated ratings from AM Best</a><br>Swift described Tooker as a seasoned leader with extensive industry experience, noting his ability to drive growth and foster collaboration.<br>“He is ideally suited to step into the crucial role of president as we advance our ambitious growth-and-innovation strategy aimed at addressing our customers’ changing needs,” said Swift.<br><em>What impact do you think Tooker’s leadership will have on The Hartford’s direction? Share your thoughts in the comments below.</em><br><br><a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMisAFBVV95cUxQMGJDNUZsZE9Td1pMLUtLckNyYXFScld2Ukl6WDlqd0lRVDRYVk1JR25YaXpZUFFENG5mUDF1VTY2emp4YnY5WnpVdjNLLTZrRExQOTRPMmxtMllKTUtLRzRlcHp3MHRac1ZlRGV0cFVNRG5sdV81el9EQlZRSHp4cmcwOU9Fb0Q1eENaZkxKTHBKVHItWDBqRnJCcVpkSEZ3NUJWeGZQZHJuRm5wQ2YtMQ?oc=5">source</a>
