Country Bank Appoints Marco Bernasconi, Jr. as the Chief Operating and innovation Officer

Mary McGovern, President and CEO of Country Bank, announced Marco Bernasconi, Jr. as its Chief Operating and Innovation Officer. This new role and its announcement mark a strategic decision in the bank’s journey of growth and innovation.

“We are excited to welcome Marco as our new Chief Operating and Innovation Officer. He has extensive experience in technology, banking, and fintech and a proven track record of transformative leadership. Marco will be invaluable as we continue to enhance our digital services and product offerings. His commitment to innovation and forward-thinking vision perfectly align with our Corporate Values of Integrity, Service, Teamwork, Excellence, and Prosperity. We are confident that his exceptional skills will undoubtedly contribute to Country Bank’s growth and deliver outstanding value to our customers,” said Mary McGovern, Country Bank’s President and CEO.

Marco’s distinguished career spans over 30 years, during which he has held various senior positions in the banking industry. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Eastern Connecticut State University. He has a double major in Finance and Marketing and a minor in Economics. With an impressive technology, banking, and fintech background, Marco brings knowledge and a proven track record to this pivotal role.

Marco’s journey began at Chelsea Groton Savings Bank, where he excelled in roles ranging from teller to senior positions in Retail, Loan Operations, and Credit. He further honed his expertise as a Conversion Specialist at the FDIC, focusing on loan conversions and audits. Marco’s leadership skills were enhanced during his tenure as the Chief Service Officer at COCC, where he led a significant organizational transformation that resulted in increased revenue and a substantial team and customer base expansion.

Marco’s leadership was further demonstrated during his two-year tenure as the President and CEO of North Brookfield Savings Bank. Before joining Country Bank, he was a Principal of Fintech and Digital Transformation at Wolf & Company, Inc., where he continued to drive digital transformation and innovation. His achievements have been recognized with numerous awards, including the 2021 Best of Central MA from the WBJ, and the 2022 Banky Award from Extraordinary Banker.

“Joining Country Bank as Chief Operating and Innovation Officer is an incredible opportunity. I am excited to contribute to the bank’s growth and innovation plans. I aim to drive transformative solutions that enhance operational excellence and deliver exceptional value to our customers. I look forward to working with the team to build on Country Bank’s legacy of excellence and innovation,” — said Marco Bernasconi, Jr.

In addition to his professional achievements, Marco actively supports Seabury’s Charitable Foundation and various fintech advisory roles, reflecting his dedication to community and industry development. Marco’s commitment to making a difference in the community and industry is truly inspiring. Marco resides with his wife Renee’ in West Harford, CT. He cherishes time on the Cape with his wife of 28 years, their twins Marco and Ibrianna who live in Boston, and their beloved dog Ruger. In his spare time, Marco enjoys relaxing on the beach, boating, and other water activites with his friends and family.