Christopher Zitko

About Christopher Zitko

Visionary and results-oriented leader with a proven track record of driving significant profitability and operational efficiencies within complex, multi-category environments. Expertise in developing and executing strategic merchandising initiatives, optimizing supply chain processes, and leveraging data-driven insights to enhance the customer experience and achieve substantial cost savings. Adept at building strong cross-functional partnerships and fostering collaborative relationships with manufacturers and internal teams to achieve overarching business objectives.

Experience

1. Board Advisor

   Ferguson

   Jun 2025 — Present

   Leveraging executive leadership acumen to guide a community-focused organization in achieving its strategic imperatives and enhancing impact. Provided critical insights and governance oversight, fostering organizational resilience and growth-Drove strategic planning initiatives, advising the Executive Director and Board on mission-critical decisions-Contributed to fundraising strategies and donor engagement efforts, leveraging extensive network and expertise to cultivate key relationships and secure resources vital for program sustainability-Offered critical market insights and competitive analysis, enabling the organization to adapt to evolving landscapes and identify new opportunities for community reach and impact-Participated actively in quarterly board meetings and ad-hoc committee assignments, contributing to high-level discussions and shaping policies that directly influenced organizational direction and public perception-Mentored senior leadership on organizational development, operational efficiency, and community relations, empowering the team to deliver on ambitious objectives.

Education

• University of St. Francis

  BA

  2003 — 2007