The Hartford

Rising healthcare costs aren’t just a headline - they’re the #1 concern shaping benefits strategy. According to our 2026 Future of Benefits study, one in three employers say managing healthcare costs is their single greatest challenge against a backdrop of rising medical costs. That pressure is changing how employers think about simplicity, employee experience, and outcomes. 🎥 In this short video, Laura Marzi, Head of Employee Benefits Marketing and Hayes Henderson, Head of Sales & Relationship Management, Employee Benefits, share insights on what employers are prioritizing now - and what it means for the future of benefits. If you’re navigating cost pressures while trying to deliver a better benefits experience, this is worth a watch. 👉 Watch the video then read the study results here: http://ms.spr.ly/6049vTA97 #FutureOfBenefits #EmployeeBenefits #HealthcareCosts #HRLeadership #BenefitsStrategy

Introducing The Hartford's 2026 Risk Monitor. The report surveyed more than 500 U.S. midsize and large business leaders to identify the top concerns shaping operations and future growth. Read the full report to help stay ahead of these challenges: http://ms.spr.ly/6041vTNsV

What does liability actually mean in auto insurance? When people hear “liability coverage,” they often assume it covers themselves after an accident. In reality, liability coverage, more specifically bodily injury liability coverage, helps pay for medical costs, lost wages, or legal expenses if you’re found responsible for injuring someone else. It’s required in most states, but minimum limits may not fully protect you if costs exceed them. Understanding how liability works can help you make more informed decisions when reviewing or renewing your policy. 🔗 Learn more about how liability coverage fits into your overall protection: http://ms.spr.ly/6047vTdl1

Does business insurance cover weather damage to property? Business insurance may cover certain types of weather related damage, but coverage depends on what caused the loss and how the policy is structured. For many businesses, wind and hail damage may be addressed differently than water damage or flooding. For example, rain that enters a building after storm damage may be treated differently than rising water from outside, which often requires separate coverage. Understanding how different types of weather damage are handled can help business owners identify gaps before a storm, not after one disrupts operations. 🔗 Click the link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gWKx7_uz

HR teams are carrying more responsibility than ever — and many are looking for ways to simplify the work behind employee benefits. More than 7 in 10 HR professionals say their workload has increased in the past year. For some, partnering more closely with benefits advisors and carriers is helping take pressure off day‑to‑day admin. Read more about how connected benefits approaches can help: http://ms.spr.ly/6046vRKoI #EmployeeBenefits #HRLeadership #FutureOfWork

More data. Smarter decisions. Safer fleets. Telematics combines real-time insights with AI to help fleet managers improve driver safety, reduce losses, and manage costs more effectively. Read the full article: http://ms.spr.ly/6046vRqe8

361 of our colleagues earned the President’s Volunteer Service Award by dedicating 100+ hours each to their communities. This national honor reflects service that is sustained and meaningful. We’re proud to celebrate the awardees whose commitment will have a lasting effect. Learn more about how our employees give back: 🔗 http://ms.spr.ly/6043vPFB7

As everyday costs rise, Americans are rethinking their workplace benefits. Laura Marzi, Head of Employee Benefits Marketing, recently joined AM Extra on KOIN-TV in Portland, OR to reveal new insights from the 2026 Future of Benefits Study. She discussed how U.S. workers are unsure if they’re making the right benefits decisions and how AI is helping, especially for Gen Z employees. Watch the conversation: http://ms.spr.ly/6049vRzwH

When insurance works the way it should, it fades into the background of someone’s life, enabling confidence, continuity, and peace of mind rather than distraction. For more than 200 years, The Hartford has focused on designing coverage that supports real life, both on the road and at home. The goal isn’t just protection at the moment of loss, but sustained confidence built on clarity, service, and trust. Protection shouldn’t feel reactive or transactional. It should feel intentional, and it should reflect a genuine commitment to policyholders. 🔗 Learn more about how thoughtful coverage supports what matters most: http://ms.spr.ly/6049vzWMh

In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, we’re spotlighting the voices and experiences of Jewish colleagues and allies across our organization. Their stories help shape our culture and strengthen our community.