Christopher Rhode

Christopher Rhode, MBA, serves as the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager at SpartanNash since September 2017, overseeing budgets and forecasts for a $4.5 billion food distribution business and a corporate structure with over 17,000 employees. Recognized for innovative reporting in 2022, Christopher develops and teaches complex financial modeling, assists decision-making for senior management, and has successfully implemented a $160 million CapEx spending program. Previous experience includes roles as a Senior Financial Analyst at SpartanNash, Financial Analyst II at Dematic North America, and Accountant/Financial Analyst at Byrne Electrical Specialists, where Christopher contributed to financial analysis, compliance, and process improvements. Christopher holds an MBA from Grand Valley State University and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from Central Michigan University.