Vistra Communications names new chief financial officer

Vistra Communications has named Chris Zarreke as its new chief financial officer.

A Florida Certified Public Accountant, and a double Florida State University alumnus, Zarreke steps into the position previously held by Zoe Gustafson, who recently retired after seven years with Vistra.

He began his career as an auditor and consultant with PwC, also known as PricewaterhouseCoopers, before transitioning to private industry accounting and finance within metals, paper, food distribution, health care and operations consulting.

“Chris Zarreke brings the right experiences, and passion, to help take us to the next level,” said Brian Butler, president and chief financial officer of Vistra Communications, in a statement. “His leadership style and appetite for growth, excellence and creative innovation is a great fit for Vistra. We’re excited to have him join our team.”

Zarreke is a member of both the American and Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants, as well as a member of the RSM Middle Market Leadership Council.

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