Steve Kass is a seasoned talent solutions and consulting executive based in the Greater Chicago Area. His passion is to propel businesses to new heights. With an impressive career spanning both front and back-office operations, he specializes in translating business strategy into revenue growth initiatives.

As the Chief Operating Officer for Vaco Holdings, Steve provides vision and leadership to maximize the day-to-day effectiveness of the organization. His collaborative and influential communication style, honed over years of successful leadership, is used to gain support and drive positive and successful change initiatives.

Throughout his extensive career, Steve has led large-scale technology transformations, innovated service models and introduced cutting-edge tools to meet the unique needs of businesses and teams across the globe. He's a dynamic business strategist who not only envisions but implements, leveraging his digital and technology expertise to drive efficiencies and enable companies to scale.

A dedicated advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), Steve is passionate about promoting diversity in the workplace and emphasizes diversifying sourcing, which leads to hiring the best candidates while achieving greater diversity.

Steve is an avid streak runner, having run at least 4 miles every single day for over 10 years. His impressive streak ranks among the longest in the world. 

Steve’s leadership philosophy is anchored on authenticity and self-accountability; he believes that if you can't hold yourself accountable, no one else can.

Publications featuring Steve

• THE STAFFING STREAM: Is it the right time to add managed services to your business portfolio?