SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Feb. 8, 2022  -- Santa Cruz County Bank with assets over $1.7 billion, is a top-rated community bank headquartered in Santa Cruz County. The Bank is pleased to announce that Paul Happach has joined as Senior Vice President and Product and Digital Transformation Manager. Mr. Happach maintains his office at the Bank's 75 River Street Santa Cruz location where he is responsible for program and project management, product development and vendor management.

Mr. Happach has a 24-year banking background with extensive experience in product management, project management, and IT management. Mr. Happach established himself in the e-channel field with Rabobank, specializing in online banking, e-channel products, and systems management. Most recently Mr. Happach served as SVP and Program Management Director with Pacific Mercantile Bank, further expanding their adoption of e- and online banking services and managing the bank's Paycheck Protection Program and project portfolio.

Shamara van der Voort, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer remarked, "We are extremely excited to welcome Paul to the SCCB Team. His extensive background, expertise and knowledge in product, project and systems management bring exciting opportunities to the Bank and for our clients. He's a valuable addition to our team and we're looking forward to his contributions."

Mr. Happach received a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree from California State University Los Angeles, and certifications from Project Management Institute, EXIN, and SPOCE Project Management.

Mr. Happach has relocated to Santa Cruz from Southern California.