A Family Legacy of Paying it Forward.
From Keynotes by Casago by Steve Schwab
August 14, 2025 · 35 min · Episode 20
About this episode
Steve Schwab discusses the legacy and future of the Kanji family's business in hospitality.
The Inspiring Journey of Hospitality. In this episode, Steve Schwab, founder and CEO of Casago, sits down with Kish, Jay, and Shirin Kanji, the newest partners of Casago, to discuss the legacy and future of their family business, Impact Properties. They delve into the rich history of their family's move from India to Africa and ultimately to the United States, where they ventured into the hospitality industry. The trio shares personal anecdotes, their long-term vision focusing on owner-centric values, excellence, and anticipation in the business. Highlights include their experiences at Casago University, the importance of transparency and relationship-building in hospitality, and their plans for embracing the team and developing their strategy for success. For more information, please email: firstcoast@casago.com 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions 02:09 Kish's Family Journey into Hospitality 09:48 Shirin and Jay's Perspectives 11:19 The Importance of Relationships in Business 17:59 Experiences at Casago University 27:38 Vision for Homeowners and Future Plans 34:23 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
People in this episode
Host: Steve Schwab
Guests: Kish Kanji, Jay Kanji, Shirin Kanji
Topics covered
- family legacy
- hospitality industry
- owner-centric values
- relationship-building
- business strategy
- transparency
Keywords
- hospitality
- family business
- Casago University
- business relationships
- transparency
- success strategy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Casago, Impact Properties
Places: India, Africa, United States
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