Johnny's Italian Steakhouse Altoona - Heart Of America Group

Altoona

Shaun Goldsworth

Managing Director
Start Date: 8/26/2006
Personal Highlights

Shaun has been married for over 15 years to his wonderful wife Karen Goldsworth (those that know him…. know that he is known in Des Moines as the husband of Karen Goldsworth), they have three wonderful kids…. boy, girl, boy.

Decker, Charlie, Landry. They all enjoy boating at Lake Red Rock with their friends. Another part of the family is their giant chocolate labradoodle named Baxter. 

Korey Rogne

Korey Rogne

Assistant Director
Start Date: 8/3/2021
Personal Highlights

I’m a workaholic. I’m used to running the show alone, so this new opportunity will be a bit of an adjustment for me. But I’m a patient man and willing to learn anything I can. I was raised in a military household, so apologies in advance. I’m new to Des Moines, so aside from work, my main focus will be meeting new people and having a support system. I enjoy grabbing a drink and watching literally any sport. I’m shy but also charismatic. Kind of 2 halves of the same coin in a lot of different ways. Iowa Hawkeyes, Minnesota Vikings, and San Antonio Spurs all the way.

Joel Ashcraft

Joel Ashcraft

Culinary Maestro
Start Date: 3/14/2023
Personal Highlights

Outside of work life I enjoy time with friends and family, reading, music, and film. I am passionate about furthering my education and striving to lead a healthy lifestyle.

Jaicee Magnani

Jaicee Magnani

Assistant Director
Start Date: 4/22/2021
Personal Highlights

When I’m not at work I enjoy playing tennis and golf or taking naps with my cat, Loki.

Derek Owen

Derek Owen

Assistant Director
Start Date: 12/29/2022
Personal Highlights

I love playing with food and beer, so in my down time I’m usually cooking for friends and family, or finding an excuse to get out for a beer or two with friends. If I have a couple of days off in a row I’m doing something outside with a mountain view- hiking and white water rafting are my favorites!

Allen Johnson

Allen Johnson

Conductor
Start Date: 11/28/2022
Personal Highlights

When not at work or looking up recipes or thinking of something to make, I enjoy visiting with my kids. In my spare time I aspire to be an entrepreneur like a retail business, food truck.

Michael Williams

Michael Williams

Back-Of-House Executive
Start Date: 12/27/2022
Personal Highlights

When I am not at work I spend my time with my family and hanging out with our dogs. Some of my favorite days are spent with my wife in our kitchen at home. Some of my personal hobbies are camping, beer making, exploring local restaurant and playing Texas Hold’em with friends.

About Heart Of America

Starting with one, 100-seat restaurant in 1978, Heart of America Group has grown to include a portfolio of award-winning owned and operated restaurants, hotels and commercial developments. Noteworthy brands developed and operated by Heart of America Group include the Machine Shed Restaurant, Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse, The Republic on Grand, Hotel Renovo, Wildwood Lodge, Thunder Bay Grille, and The J Bar. We pride ourselves in building long-lasting properties that bring value to the consumer and to the communities in which we build.

Locations

Operations Support Center - Moline
1501 River Drive
Moline, Illinois 61265
P: 309.797.9300
F: 309.797.8700

Operations Support Center - Des Moines
515 E Locust Street, Suite 100
Des Moines, IA 50309

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