Amidst rapid expansion, the self-storage industry is recognizing the integral role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). A concerted effort to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace is critical to sustainability and resilience. Stacie Maxwell, vice president of marketing and training and a partner at Universal Storage Group, elucidates this in her recent enlightening piece…
The self-storage industry is taking a transformative leap in Cypress by opening EZ Werks Storage, a fully automated self-storage facility with state-of-the-art features such as 24-hour video recording, smart gates, intelligent units, and individual unit alarms. This information was recently reported in an article penned on the communityimpact.com. Authored by an unnamed writer from Community…
Scott Meyers, also known as @SelfStorageGuy, recently delved into his ascent in the real estate industry via a podcast episode, offering valuable insights and tips about self-storage investing. Growing from a background deeply rooted in the real estate industry, Meyers has built his empire, particularly in successfully syndicating capital. Meyers’ success story demonstrates the broad…
Managing a self-storage facility is no simple task, especially when defending the property from damaging and health-risking pests. In a recent blog post written by Robert Lockwood, an associated certified entomologist and technical service manager for Terminix, various practical steps and strategies were presented to better shield your self-storage property from pest infestation. According to…
New York-based Developer Expands in Island Estate Group (IEG), led by Shawn and Nicole Kruk, is embarking on its fifth self-storage project, continuing its expansive endeavors in the Orlando market. According to a recent report by journalist Laura Kinsler of GrowthSpotter, IEG purchased a 10.2-acre parcel just north of Poinciana High School for $3.2 million,…
Nestled beside the Marquette Interchange at 999 W. Mt. Vernon Ave, in the heart of Milwaukee’s Menomonee Valley, resides an Extra Space Storage facility home to an endearing holiday tradition. To spread some holiday cheer, the company would ingeniously edit their SELF STORAGE signage to advertise as an ELF STORAGE during the festive season. Last…
Picture: Asia Self Storage Industry The article, penned by Andrew Work, Executive Director of the Self-Storage Association Asia, offers intriguing insights into the self-storage industry in Asia. It explores the unique market dynamics of individual countries, highlighting factors that could shape the future of the industry. The link to the original post can be found…
Picture: Self-Storage in Asia Asia, a continent noted for its distinct cultures and vast consumer mobility, offers an intriguing playing field for multi-national self-storage operators. These businesses, such as Cube Self Storage, Extra Space Asia, Lock & Store, Storefriendly, and StorHub, must navigate multiple languages and unique cultural traits to create an identifiable brand across…
The difference between profit and cash flow is a financial problem that most business owners grapple with, often bringing businesses to the brink of cash flow crises despite being profitable. This blog post explains this paradox and enlightens business owners about best practices in maintaining a healthy cash flow. Initially published in Entrepreneur.com, the article…
In an industry development rivalling the invention of sliced bread, self-storage operators are sharing their Jedi-level negotiation strategies online; a spectacle as remarkable as seeing bigfoot riding a unicorn. The content in question, grudgingly praised for its educational content, has been exposed by the code-breakers over at [Self-Storage Talk Community], an online community hailed as…
