The Hartford Insurance Group (HIG) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 20, 2026, with virtual participation and voting options for shareholders of record as of March 23, 2026.

• 2025 marked by strong financial performance, disciplined execution, and progress on strategic objectives, including technology, AI, and talent development.

• Board and management prioritized oversight of AI, cybersecurity, external environment, and leadership succession.

• Shareholder engagement remained robust, with feedback informing governance and compensation practices.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders to vote on: election of directors, ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor, advisory approval of executive compensation, and a shareholder proposal for written consent rights.

• Board recommends FOR all director nominees, FOR auditor ratification, FOR executive compensation, and AGAINST the written consent proposal.

• The written consent proposal is opposed by the Board, citing existing special meeting rights and concerns over transparency and governance.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board composed of 11 nominees, with 45% women and 27% people of color; all directors except the CEO are independent.

• Board leadership structure combines CEO and Chair roles, with an empowered independent Lead Director.

• Annual board and committee self-evaluations, third-party reviews every three years, and proactive director succession planning.

• Four standing committees: Audit, Compensation, Finance/Investment/Risk (FIRMCO), and Nominating/Governance.

• Board diversity, mandatory retirement age, proxy access, and majority vote standards are in place.