John A. Klein, president, CEO and member of the board of directors of Bridgeport-based People’s United Financial, has died of cancer.
Philip R. Sherringham, who was appointed acting president and CEO in November when Mr. Klein took a leave of absence, will continue to serve in those capacities.
“John’s vision as president and chief executive officer has been instrumental in the company’s success over the course of his eight-year tenure,” Sherringham said. “I know that the entire People’s United team is committed to building upon the successes that John’s leadership has afforded us.”
