The Hartford

The Hartford is one of the oldest and most established insurance and financial services companies in the United States, having been founded in 1810 in Hartford, Connecticut. With over two centuries of operation, the company has grown into a Fortune 500 organization offering a broad range of products across commercial lines, personal lines, and employee benefits. Its commercial offerings are particularly well regarded, covering small and mid-sized businesses with property, casualty, workers’ compensation, and liability coverage. The company is also widely known for its long-standing partnership with AARP, through which it provides auto and home insurance to adults 50 and older.

Beyond personal and commercial insurance, The Hartford has a strong presence in the employee benefits space, offering group life, disability, accident, and critical illness coverage to employers of all sizes. The company is consistently recognized for its financial strength, holding high ratings from agencies like A.M. Best and S&P, which speaks to its long-term stability and claims-paying reliability. With a reputation built on customer service, risk management expertise, and a wide distribution network of independent agents and brokers, The Hartford remains one of the most recognized and trusted names in the insurance industry.