Robert Valencia, chairman of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, is optimistic that the program will be successful. Not only does this improve an individual’s life, but it improves the entire family’s lives, which in turn helps to create a vibrant and prosperous future for the Pascua Yaqui Tribe.”
“Of the more than 1,607 employees at Casino Del Sol, 60 percent are Tribal members, and witnessing a Tribal employee make upward career moves is so rewarding. “My goals for the next three years include implementing a well thought out Tribal Succession Program, as well as continuing to improve upon Tribal development at all levels,” said Van Amburg. Her goal for the next three years is to train and prepare Pascua Yaqui Tribal members to move into executive management, including the CEO role. Since taking the helm of Casino Del Sol as CEO in 2014, Van Amburg has overseen the strategic direction and operation of Casino Del Sol, which includes Casino Del Sol, Casino of the Sun, Casino Del Sol Resort, Sewailo Golf Club, AVA Amphitheater, and the Del Sol Marketplace. Within these three years, Van Amburg will prepare Tribal members to move into executive management positions, including the CEO position.
Ap– Casino Del Sol, an enterprise of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, has renewed Kimberly Van Amburg’s contract as chief executive officer for three more years, with plans to replace her with one of their own in 2020.
