Thinking of Buying or Investing in Self Storage?

Join the SBOA for a live, one-day summit to walk you through the steps of buying, building, & launching your first self-storage facility.

Whether you're evaluating your first deal or looking to scale, this virtual summit will walk you through every phase of the process — from site selection to financing, technology, building, insuring, and marketing your facility.

Hosted by the Storage Business Owners Alliance (SBOA), this power-packed 5-hour event brings together trusted professionals in self-storage investment, construction, lending, insurance, and operations — all sharing actionable insights you can use now.

Here's What You'll Learn

Smart Financing Choices:
Financing options tailored to your deal, including traditional loans, private equity, and creative funding strategies.

Investment & Buyer Insights:
How to evaluate today’s investment opportunities and what brokers and lenders want from buyers

Construction Management Basics:
Key construction timelines, budget control, and how to spot costly red flags early.

Insurance Essentials Explained:
What you need ot know about insurance essentials — Builder’s Risk vs. Commercial

Tech You Need:
Essential tech tools for operations, security, and tenant management to open smoothly.

Effective Leasing Marketing:
Marketing tactics to attract tenants fast and keep occupancy high.

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$200 Value for $99 for a LIMITED TIME ONLY!

Summit Agenda

Explore some early session highlights from the Buying Self Storage Summit—more speakers and topics will be announced soon!

Keynote Speaker: RK Kliebenstein
“Why Self Storage, Why Now”

Join industry expert RK Kliebenstein for an insightful keynote, “Why Self Storage, Why Now.” With decades of experience in self-storage investment and brokerage, RK will walk you through every phase of the acquisition process—from identifying opportunities to navigating due diligence and closing the deal.

Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to expand your portfolio, this session delivers practical strategies and insider tips to help you succeed. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most respected voices.

Christine Wachsman & James Breunig
"The Self-Storage Investment Landscape"

Understanding where the market stands—and where it’s headed—is key to making smart investment decisions. In this data-driven session, Christine Wachsman and James Breunig of StorTrack will break down current market conditions, investor trends, and deal flow insights to help you navigate the 2025 self-storage landscape.

Learn how to interpret market demand data, spot emerging opportunities, and assess the strength of a deal before jumping in. This session is ideal for buyers who want to back their instincts with solid, strategic data.

Tyler Peterson
“Financing Your Deal: Strategies from the Capital Stack”

Securing the right financing can make or break a self-storage deal—and it often takes more than just a traditional loan. In this session, Tyler Peterson will break down the capital stack and walk you through funding strategies that range from conventional lending to creative structures like equity partnerships, mezzanine financing, and more.

You’ll learn how to present your deal to lenders and investors in a way that increases your chances of approval and long-term success. This is a must-attend session for buyers who want to fully understand their funding options and structure smarter deals.

Ian Burnstein & Ben Vestal
"Behind the Deals: Broker Insights You Can’t Google"

Join Ian Burnstein, Co-Founder of the SBOA, and Ben Vestal, CEO of Argus for “Behind the Deals: Broker Insights You Can’t Google,” a candid 45-minute conversation uncovering what really drives self-storage transactions.

Moderated by Ian, this session will dive into the nuances, trends, and behind-the-scenes perspectives that only experienced brokers can offer.

Expect real-world examples, market observations, and unfiltered advice you won’t find in a search bar. It’s a must-attend for anyone looking to gain a competitive edge in today’s self-storage market.

Mark Cieri, Geoff Hayth, and James Hesch
“Technology for the Modern Facility”

Today’s self-storage facilities are powered by more than just locks and lights—they run on smart tech. This panel of technology leaders will introduce you to the latest tools shaping the industry, from contactless access and smart unit monitoring to advanced management and security integrations.

Learn how to evaluate tech solutions that fit your business model, budget, and tenant expectations. Whether you're planning a new facility or upgrading an existing one, this session will help you build a tech-forward strategy that keeps you competitive.

Tammy Frost
"From Dirt to Doors: Building Your Facility"

From site prep to ribbon cutting, building a self-storage facility involves more than just putting up walls. Join Tammy Frost for a practical, no-nonsense discussion covering everything you need to know about planning, permitting, budgeting, and choosing the right partners for a successful build.

You’ll get an inside look at realistic timelines, common delays, and how to keep your project on track from day one. Whether you're starting from scratch or expanding your footprint, this session will help you turn your vision into a fully functioning facility—on time and on budget.

Nate Trone & R. Dean Giem
“Insuring Your Investment”

Protecting your self-storage investment goes beyond bricks and mortar—it starts with having the right insurance at every phase of your project. In this session, Nate Trone and R. Dean Giem will walk first-time buyers through the critical insurance milestones, from utilizing Builder’s Risk coverage during construction to transitioning into a comprehensive Commercial Insurance policy once operations begin.

You'll learn what lenders typically require, how to avoid common (and costly) coverage gaps, and how to ensure your insurance strategy aligns with your overall business goals. This session will give you the confidence to safeguard your investment from day one.

Become a VIP – Attend Free

$200 Value for $99 for a LIMITED TIME ONLY!