Steve Schwab
Steve Schwab is the CEO of Casago, which recently acquired Vacasa. He has over 18 years of experience in the vacation rental industry and is known for his leadership in establishing goal-focused delivery systems and strengthening relationships with property owners and guests. Schwab has been instrumental in Casago's growth, expanding its presence across multiple markets through a franchise model. Steve Schwab, CEO of Vacasa, has a distinguished career marked by significant achievements in the vacation rental industry. He founded Casago in 2001, building it into a national franchise brand. Under his leadership, Casago expanded from 9 to over 60 locations through its franchise program. In 2019, Schwab was recognized as one of the Most Admired Leaders by the Phoenix Business Journal, and in 2023, he was named a Phoenix Titan 100. A pivotal achievement was leading Casago's acquisition of Vacasa in 2025, creating a combined entity managing over 40,000 homes across North America. This merger underscores his commitment to empowering local property managers and prioritizing homeowner and guest relationships.
Career Milestones
- Founded Casago in 2001 and built it into a leading national franchise brand in the vacation rental industry.
- Expanded Casago from 9 to over 60 locations through an innovative franchise model.
- Recognized as one of the Most Admired Leaders by the Phoenix Business Journal in 2019 and named a Phoenix Titan 100 in 2023.
- Led Casago’s acquisition of Vacasa in 2025, creating a combined company managing over 40,000 homes across North America.
- Known for his focus on strengthening relationships with property owners and guests while driving operational excellence.
About Vacasa
Vacasa, founded in 2009, is a vacation rental management company. They help homeowners maximize rental income and provide guests with professionally managed accommodations. Their target audience includes vacation homeowners and travelers seeking rental properties. Core features include dynamic pricing, marketing, booking management, cleaning, maintenance, and 24/7 guest support. Benefits include increased revenue for owners and worry-free stays for guests.