Jamul Casino Resort appoints Lori Ware as chief financial officer
Ware has led financial strategies and operations across nationally recognized gaming brands for over two decades.
US.- Jamul Casino Resort in California has named Lori Ware as chief financial officer ahead of the opening of its 200-room hotel tower and spa later this year. She joins Jamul from Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, where she was involved in the property’s expansion and the acquisition of Palms Casino, which became the first tribal-owned casino in Las Vegas.
Ware began her career in finance before serving in executive positions in the gaming industry, including at Penn National Gaming, William Hill US, Caesars Entertainment and MGM Mirage.
Mary Cheeks, president and general manager of Jamul Casino Resort, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Lori as our new chief financial officer. Her extensive expertise in tribal gaming operations and impressive track record of financial leadership will be extremely valuable as we continue to enhance our guest experience and prepare for the opening of our new, luxury hotel tower this summer.”
Ware commented: “I’m honored to join the exceptional team at Jamul Casino Resort at such an exciting time of growth and development. I look forward to contributing to the continued success of this premier gaming destination and supporting the tribe’s vision for the future.”
Jamul Casino in San Diego County opened in 2016 and is owned and operated by Jamul Indian Village Development Corporation (JIVDC). It has nearly 1,700 slot machines, 46 live table games, a poker room, and various restaurants, bars and lounges.
