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Here's something you don't want to see on your self-storage security cameras. Check out the video and read more in our new column, "Believe It Or Not!" https://hubs.ly/Q02TK3TZ0

The bluebird is a symbol of happiness in many cultures, which makes it a fitting name for Canada's Bluebird Self Storage which prides itself on providing superior service. Go behind the scenes to learn about the company's branding, culture, and charitable deeds, plus get to know the four who made it all come together: James Bennett, Jennifer Smeeton, Reade DeCurtins, J.D., and Jason Koonin, CFA. https://lnkd.in/ejTA4VEN

Who says a business founded in friendship can't succeed? Trojan Storage, which was established by childhood acquaintances John Koudsi and Brett Henry, is approaching 20 years in business and the company continues to thrive. Learn about the secrets of their success in our exclusive interview. https://hubs.ly/Q02TrJJP0

Lots of activity in the industry this week! Find links to our Sales & Acquisition page and New Developments & Openings page in the comments. SkyView Advisors | RecNation RV & Boat Storage | SmartStop Self Storage | Madison Capital Group Holdings, LLC | BlueGate Boat & RV Storage | The Storage Acquisition Group | U-Haul | JLL | Marcus & Millichap | DXD Capital | Guardian Storage LLC | ARCO/Murray | Safeguard Self Storage

Believe It Or Not! is the newest column you'll find in Self-Storage Now. Here you'll find crazy self-storage stories that you might not believe if we didn't have proof and first-hand accounts! Check it out here and submit your own crazy incident: https://hubs.ly/Q02SpQn60

A natural leader, Ann Parham rushed to join the Army ROTC when the program opened up to women, ultimately becoming the program’s first female commissioned second lieutenant. Now, she's leading the way as CEO and president of the Parham Group. Learn more about Ann's journey! https://hubs.ly/Q02SpC9f0

Our reader survey results are in! See what those in self-storage and related services think about the state of the industry, challenges, opportunities, and more. https://hubs.ly/Q02SpqKM0

Self-Storage Now! is now all new! This complimentary MSM publication has been upgraded with a scrolling format and digital enhancements. We hope you enjoy the content and elevated reading experience. Dive in now or over the weekend, for free! https://hubs.ly/Q02Sf-DH0 Taylor Pierce | Robert Chiti | Christine DeBord, MA | Great Oaks Capital Partners | Janus International | Trac-Rite | DaVinci Lock | Xercor Insurance Services LLC | Lighthouse Storage Solutions | Joshua Huff | Melissa Huff | 10 Federal | Andrew Capranos | Sarah Beth Johnson | Giselle Aguiar | Brad Hadfield | Ciera Rupp | Erica Shatzer | XPS Solutions | Jennifer Downer, MBA | Kristi Adams | Parham Group | StorageGives | Anne Ballard

Hurricane Helene left a path of destruction across parts of the US.?We reached out to several companies with locations in impacted areas to see how they fared and to highlight their stories. https://lnkd.in/eF9g-qjy Go Store It Self-Storage | 10 Federal | Storage Authority Franchise | Universal Storage Group | Janus International | Universal Insurance Programs | SmartStop Self Storage | U-Haul | Beau Agnello | Andrew Capranos | Marc Goodin | Anne Ballard | Roc Hughes | Monica M. | H Michael Schwartz | Scott Zucker

“Operators tend to be very high-level, big-picture thinkers," says Maureen Lee, President and COO of Xercor Insurance Services LLC.. "I sometimes have to step in and remind them that there are processes, that we have to make sure what they’re proposing is viable, and that they’re executing the insurance the best way." Hear more from Maureen in this month's Women In Self-Storage! https://hubs.ly/Q02RjNdW0