The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce (GCVCC) has confirmed the appointment of Ruby D. Walla as the new director of finance for the city of Indio.
In her newly assumed position, Walla is responsible for all financial operations within the City of Indio. This includes budget development, revenue management, financial reporting, and compliance. The operational budget she manages totals $326.6 million and supports a workforce of 258 employees. According to a press release by GCVCC, Walla's primary responsibility is to effectively manage and report on the city's financial resources with an aim to improve its financial standing for both residents and businesses.
City manager Bryan Montgomery praised Walla in the press release by GCVCC, saying: "Ruby’s adept understanding and thorough approach to enhancing the city’s robust revenue management and accounting processes are truly commendable." He further added that "In her capacity as the Director of Finance, she will leverage her extensive experience to enhance our strategic initiatives and optimize resources, safeguarding the financial well-being of our city for the benefit of all residents."
Walla brings with her a wealth of finance leadership experience spanning over two decades. Her professional journey began in 2002 as an accounting assistant with the city of Brawley. She subsequently held positions with the Imperial Irrigation District before rejoining Brawley as an assistant finance officer and later ascending to the role of finance director. Prior to joining Indio, she served as assistant finance director for Indian Wells, according to another press release by GCVCC.
The GCVCC was established in 2016 with a mission to support a business landscape spanning nearly forty-five miles. Serving almost half a million residents and over a million annual visitors, it operates as a business membership organization according to information available on its webpage.