Steve Ely

Steve Ely has extensive experience in the hospitality industry, with a focus on food and beverage management. Steve has held various leadership roles, including Director of Operations at PLAY Playground, General Manager at Flight Club Darts USA, and Director of Food and Beverage at Station Casinos. Steve has also worked as Assistant Director of Beverage/General Manager at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Las Vegas and General Manager at GameWorks Entertainment, LLC. Steve has overseen the operations of various venues, including restaurants, bars, gaming arcades, and event spaces. Steve has a proven track record in menu development, budget management, sales and marketing initiatives, and team management. Steve's previous roles also include General Manager positions at Bellagio, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, and Buffalo Wild Wings, where they were responsible for overall operations and achieved notable successes such as corporate training store status. Additionally, they served as F&B Division Training Manager at Golden Nugget Las Vegas, where they played a key role in opening new venues and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Steve Ely obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree from the University of the Pacific, completing their education from 2000 to 2007. Prior to that, they attended Santana High School, although no specific degree or field of study was mentioned.