Congratulations to new COBA CEO.

16 December 2014

The BCCM extends its congratulations to Mark Degotardi, who has just been appointed as the new CEO of the Customer Owned Banking Association. COBA Chair Julianne Plath has referred to Mark’s significant experience, advocacy skills and passion for customer owned banking while announcing his appointment.

The BCCM looks forward to working with Mark and wishes him and COBA all a successful 2015.

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