Self-Storage Outlook: What the Data Says and Where Investors Are Putting Capital
Self-Storage Outlook: What the Data Says and Where Investors Are Putting Capital
Where is self-storage headed, and where is the smart money going? Join us for a fast-moving discussion on rents, occupancy, development, acquisitions, and the trends shaping investment decisions. We’ll break down what the data says, what investors are seeing, and what it could mean for self storage.
Moderator: Tom Dao – Gantry, Inc., Principal
Panelist: Nathan McElmurry, Managing Director, Ares Secure Space, and Tyson Huebner, Director of Institutional Research, Yardi Matrix
This is a FREE event for CSSA Members Only!
Registration is Required
CSSA's Peer Power Hour: An open discussion among fellow self-storage owners and operators. Your opportunity to ask questions, talk about today's challenges, and share your knowledge/experience. Don't miss out on this unique networking event!


Nathan McElmurry
Nathan McElmurry is Managing Director at Ares SecureSpace, where he leads the firm’s investments in the self-storage sector. Since 2005, Nathan has been involved in more than $5 billion in self-storage transactions across 375+ properties. Previously, he served as SVP of Acquisitions for SmartStop Self Storage and held leadership roles at GE Capital. Nathan is the current Chair of CSSA and has been actively involved with the association for many years, including serving as Co-Chair of the CSSA Self Storage Owners Summit.

Tyson Huebner
Tyson Huebner is Director of Institutional Research at Yardi Matrix, where he provides research and insights on real estate market trends. Prior to joining Yardi Matrix in 2023, Tyson spent 12 years at Heitman, focusing on investment strategy and the management of more than $10 billion in self-storage and student housing assets. He regularly shares his research and industry perspective at leading real estate events nationwide.
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