MountainOne is pleased to announce the appointment of Brett Brbovic as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of MountainOne Financial, MHC and its subsidiary, MountainOne Bank. Brbovic will join the leadership team operating from the company’s headquarters in North Adams, MA.
In his capacity as Chief Financial Officer, Brbovic oversees MountainOne’s financial strategy, operational efficiency, and balance sheet risk management. Reporting directly to President and CEO Robert Fraser, he works closely with other senior leaders to align financial and operational goals with the organization’s strategic vision.
Brbovic joins MountainOne with more than 18 years of experience in the financial services industry. His career spans leadership roles in accounting, financial strategy, and executive management, most recently serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Berkshire Bank and its parent company, Berkshire Hills Bancorp.
Brbovic succeeds Steve Owens, who has announced his retirement from MountainOne following a distinguished 14-year tenure as Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Information Officer. Owens’ departure coincides with the recently announced parent company merger between MountainOne Financial, MHC, and Mechanics Bancorp, MHC, slated for completion on January 1, 2026. Owens will continue in his roles as COO and CIO through completion of the merger.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Brett to MountainOne,” said Robert Fraser. “His depth of experience and presence in the Berkshire community make him an ideal fit for our organization. His previous experience will be tremendously helpful as MountainOne Financial becomes the parent company of MountainOne Bank and Mechanics Cooperative Bank as of January 1, 2026.”
“Joining MountainOne at such a pivotal time in its growth is an exciting opportunity,” said Brbovic. “I look forward to working with Bob Fraser and the leadership team to advance MountainOne’s strategic goals and support its continued success.”
A graduate of Western New England University with a Master of Science in Accounting, Brbovic and his wife are long-time residents of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, where they live with their four children.
About MountainOne
Headquartered in North Adams, MA, MountainOne is the mutual holding company of MountainOne Bank and offers a full range of financial services through MountainOne Bank, MountainOne Insurance, and MountainOne Investments.
MountainOne Bank,founded in 1848 and headquartered at 93 Main Street in North Adams, MountainOne Bank (mountainone.com) offers deposit and lending products and services for individuals and businesses. Full-service offices are located in the Berkshires (North Adams, Pittsfield, Williamstown) and Boston’s South Shore (Rockland, Quincy, Scituate). Member FDIC, Member DIF, Equal Housing Lender.
MountainOne Insurance, a subsidiary of MountainOne Bank, MountainOne Insurance (mountainone.com/insurance) offers a wide range of insurance solutions, including personal and business property and casualty insurance, surety bonding, employee benefits, and life and Medicare coverage. Offices are located in the Berkshires (North Adams, Pittsfield, Stockbridge, Williamstown) and the Pioneer Valley (Longmeadow, West Springfield, Wilbraham).
MountainOne Investments, a division of MountainOne Bank, MountainOne Investments (mountainone.com/investments), and its financial advisors offer securities and advisory services through Commonwealth Financial Network®, member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser. Fixed insurance products and services are offered through CES Insurance Agency or MountainOne Investments. MountainOne Bank is not a registered broker-dealer or Registered Investment Adviser. MountainOne Bank and MountainOne Insurance are not affiliated with Commonwealth. MountainOne Investments’ main office is at 85 Main Street, Suite 100, North Adams, MA 01247. (413) 664-4025
Insurance and Investments are not insured by the FDIC and are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by, any depository institution. Funds are subject to investment risks, including possible loss of principal investment.