Country Bank Announces Strategic Hire of John Jahne as SVP, Chief Technology Officer

June 5, 2025 - Country Bank a full-service financial institution serving Central and Western Massachusetts, proudly announces the appointment of John Jahne as Chief Technology Officer, a key strategic hire to support the bank's continued growth, operational excellence, and digital transformation initiatives.

John brings over 25 years of experience in technology leadership, vendor management, and enterprise operations. With a proven track record in managing high-performing technical teams and delivering cost-effective solutions, John's approach aligns perfectly with Country Bank's commitment to customer service, efficiency, and innovation.

"John is a dynamic and forward-thinking leader," said Marco Bernasconi, Chief Operating and Innovation Officer. "His deep expertise in IT strategy, enterprise architecture, and core banking systems will enhance our capabilities as we continue to evolve to meet the needs of our customers and communities.”

Throughout his career, John has been a strategic leader on projects involving core banking conversions, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic sourcing, all while maintaining a sharp focus on cost savings and service improvements. He has also managed complex vendor relationships and negotiated high-impact contracts that improved operational performance and supported long-term institutional goals.

In addition to his corporate leadership role, John previously operated his own consulting and training firm, further demonstrating his entrepreneurial mindset and depth of technical knowledge in information security, server and network infrastructure, and application engineering.

"I'm excited to join Country Bank at such a pivotal moment," said Jahne. "This is an organization deeply committed to its customers, communities and corporate values of integrity, service, teamwork, excellence and prosperity, and I look forward to contributing to its mission by delivering smart, scalable, and customer-focused technology solutions."

Outside of his professional work, John is a dedicated community leader and educator. He serves on the Board of the Children's Community School in Waterbury, CT, supporting its mission to educate the minds, bodies, and spirits of children from urban environments. He is also a long-standing member of the Simsbury Technology Task Force, helping the town enhance its technology strategy and infrastructure. Within the banking industry, John contributes as a faculty member for the Connecticut Bankers Association’s Connecticut School of Finance and Management, where he teaches Technology in Banking.

John's appointment is another step forward in Country Bank's strategic roadmap, reinforcing its position as a community-focused financial institution that is made to make a difference for its customers, communities and team members.