Alan J. Kreczko
Alan J. Kreczko is executive vice president and general counsel of The Hartford, a role he assumed in June 2007. In this capacity, Kreczko oversees the law department, government affairs, compliance and communications. Additionally Kreczko chairs the company’s Environment Committee
Prior to joining The Hartford in 2003, Kreczko held various senior positions within the United States Government. Until 2002, he was the acting assistant secretary of state for Population, Refugees and Migration, where he led the State Department’s response to humanitarian crises in conflict situations, including Afghanistan, Timor, Sudan and West Africa. Prior to that position, he served as legal advisor to President Clinton’s National Security Council. He has also served as deputy general counsel to the Department of State and as legal advisor to the President of the United States’ personal representatives for Middle East negotiations.
In 2009, Corporate Counsel named The Hartford’s law department winner of its Best Legal Department recognition. The law department earned recognition in 2010 and 2011 from Inside Counsel for its innovative practices. In 2012, the company was ranked
No. 14 on Newsweek’s Green Rankings of U.S. Companies. The Hartford has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for five consecutive years and has also been recognized for its sustainability efforts.
Kreczko earned his J.D. from University of Michigan Law School and a bachelor’s degree from Boston College. He is admitted to practice in Ohio and is a Connecticut authorized house counsel. Kreczko has authored several publications including an article on humanitarian assistance in Afghanistan. He serves on the board of directors for Connecticut Red Cross Blood Services and the Mark Twain House and Museum.
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