Christopher Bechanan Promoted to Senior Vice President/Chief Innovation Officer
6/30/25
Passumpsic Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Christopher Bechanan to Senior
Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer. Christopher has been with the Bank since 2011
and has played a key role in developing and integrating innovation technologies that
streamline internal operations and greatly enhance the experiences of both customers and
employees.
During his time at Passumpsic Bank, Chris has consistently shown a strong commitment to
innovation, guiding significant technology initiatives with insightful strategy and visionary
leadership. His ability to assess, adapt, and implement cutting-edge digital solutions has
helped establish Passumpsic Bank as a leader in community banking technology.
“Chris’s work has been crucial in shaping our technological roadmap and enhancing our
service capabilities,” said Jim Kisch, President and CEO of Passumpsic Bank. “His promotion
to Chief Innovation Officer reflects our confidence in his ongoing ability to lead with creativity
and make a meaningful impact.”