Koryn Okey was honored with the Crusader Award during the 2025 Vacation Rental Women’s Summit, held August 21 at the Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina.
The Crusader Award is presented to individuals who challenge norms, lead with intention, and serve as catalysts for change within the vacation rental and hospitality sectors. Okey, Vice President of Client Experience at Breezeway, was selected for her dedication to elevating people and ideas across every level of the industry.
Over the past decade, Okey has become a widely respected leader in operations, service design, and customer success. Her work at Breezeway—a platform for property operations and guest experience—has not only helped shape how companies scale and support their teams, but has also centered on empowering professionals to reach their full potential. She has consistently used her platform to advocate for women in technology and leadership, helping create spaces where voices are heard and people are seen.
Okey is known for her integrity, approachability, and tireless commitment to improvement. Whether mentoring colleagues, leading workshops, or amplifying new voices on stage, she remains focused on impact—not credit. Her contributions reflect a quiet but powerful form of leadership that brings people together and moves the industry forward.
The Vacation Rental Women’s Summit, produced by VRM Intel, celebrates the contributions of women and allies in the short-term rental community and recognizes those who push boundaries, support others, and make space for progress.
