Amanda Silverstein

Managing Director, Human Resources

Amanda Silverstein is a Managing Director on Prosek Partners’ Human Resources team, where she focuses on employee experience and long-term career development. With nearly a decade at Prosek, Amanda works closely with employees and their managers to support career growth, navigate issues management, and ensure individuals are staffed on client work that aligns with their interests and expertise.

Amanda began her career as a public relations practitioner before transitioning into human resources at another boutique PR firm, bringing a practitioner’s perspective to her work in employee development and engagement. In addition to her day-to-day partnership with teams across the firm, she leads several of Prosek’s larger professional development initiatives, helping to shape programs that support learning, engagement, and retention.

Amanda holds a BA from Colgate University and an MS in Public Relations and Corporate Communications from New York University. She is deeply committed to fostering an environment where employees feel supported, challenged, and positioned to do their best work.

What are you most proud of in your career? 


Taking a leap and joining Prosek at a very chaotic time in my life. I was a new mom, had less than 1 year of HR experience and managed to convince the Partners to take a chance on me.

Name one thing most people don’t know about you.


I’m Canadian and therefore, a lover of hockey.

How would your mother describe you?

She’d say I’m the perfect daughter. Just kidding. She’d probably say I’m like a Golden retriever. Playful, loyal and loveable.

What are your greatest strengths as a HR professional

I’d like to think I’m approachable, a good listener and balanced.

What is your favorite food?

Italian. I’m probably ordering pizza as you read this.

What three hobbies or activities do you enjoy most? 


Exercising
Dining out
Netflixing

What’s your favorite part of the workday?

Walking in with a coffee and saying hi to my team!

Who would play you in the movie version of your life? 


Rachel Brosnahan. I love her wit, charm and polish. #goals.

What is your favorite quote?


“A day without laughter is a day wasted.” – Charlie Chaplin