Rod Buckner

Rod Buckner MBA has extensive experience in purchasing and food and beverage management, with a career spanning several decades. Currently serving as the Director of Purchasing at Medinah Country Club since September 1997, Rod is responsible for the procurement of all products within the centralized procurement program, focusing on purchasing specifications, inventory maintenance, supply selection, and establishing bidding and ordering procedures. Prior roles include Food and Beverage Supervisor at Hollywood Casino, where Rod supervised a large team, and Food and Beverage Manager at Radisson Hotel and Suites, overseeing operations and budget management. Additionally, Rod served as Purchasing Director at Ravisloe Country Club, handling purchasing across various clubhouse operations. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from Purdue University Northwest and a Bachelor's Degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management from the same institution, along with studies at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona and Michigan State University.