People: Hartford Financial Services Group Inc (HIG.N)

Mr. H. Patrick Swygert is Independent Director of The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. Mr. Swygert is President Emeritus and professor emeritus at Howard University. He previously served as President of Howard University, Washington, D.C., a position he held from August 1995 until his retirement as President in June 2008. He was President of the University at Albany, State University of New York, from 1990 to 1995.Mr. Swygert brings and leadership experience to the Board demonstrated in nearly two decades of service as the president of two universities. Mr. Swygert led the academic and financial revitalization of both Howard University and the University of Albany, demonstrating skills in areas that are relevant to the oversight of the Company, including strategic planning, risk management, talent development and governance. Mr. Swygert’s leadership roles at educational, governmental and cultural organizations provide him with a unique perspective on civic and cultural issues and regulatory affairs. Further, he has served on the Board of Directors of several publicly-traded companies where he has acquired experience in overseeing complex operations.