Season 4 - Episode 8: Amanda Signorelli

In this episode of the Workforce Connections Podcast, we’re joined by Amanda Signorelli, a Las Vegas native and co-owner of Golden Steer Steakhouse. Amanda shares her journey from attending The Meadows School to studying international business and marketing at Washington University in St. Louis, with minors in French and Arabic. Her early career included global consulting with McKinsey & Company and leading roles in the startup world—until a call from her father brought her back to Las Vegas in 2018 to help run the Golden Steer with her husband, right before the COVID-19 shutdown.Amanda explains how they navigated the challenges of the pandemic by embracing innovation, launching an e-commerce platform, and building a massive digital following, which has grown their brand to over 1.5 million followers and more than 300 million views on TikTok. She shares exciting updates, including the Golden Steer’s expansion to New York City and a new partnership with the Elvis Presley Estate, featuring limited-edition products and rare memorabilia honoring Elvis’s legacy at the restaurant.Outside of work, Amanda enjoys competitive salsa dancing and pickleball and surrounds herself with creative, energetic people. She’s also an active member of the Vegas Chamber Trustee, with a strong focus on supporting small businesses and upskilling the workforce through the use of AI. Amanda offers this advice for young people interested in entrepreneurship: “Don’t just tolerate feedback—crave it.” She believes that every day is a draft version of your best self, and by staying curious and open to learning, you set yourself up for long-term success and meaningful community impact.Golden Steer:The Golden Steer Steakhouse | A Famous Las Vegas RestaurantVegas Chamber:Vegas Chamber | Be Part of What Happens