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Devin Beasley
Executive Director Capital Markets
Recreational Property Advisors
Cushman & Wakefield
Devin Beasley is the Executive Director of Cushman & Wakefield’s Recreational Property Advisors team. Specializing in Marinas, RV & Boat Storage, and RV Resorts, Devin has extensive experience partnering with both private and institutional clients in both an advisory and transactional capacity. His client-first approach enables the growth of long-lasting relationships while providing the best strategic short and long-term plan specific to each investor.
John Bilton
Western Regional Sales Director
Nokē Smart Entry
Janus International Group
John is the Western Regional Sales Director, Nokē Smart Entry for Janus International Group. He joined the Janus/Noke team in December of 2018 immediately following the Janus acquisition of Nokē. Prior to that time, he served as Senior Vice President of the Storage of America team, and worked to bring increased efficiencies in entitlements, sourcing, relationship management and strategy. John is a member of the TSN Advisory Board.
Mark Dirato
Director of Project Management
Baja Construction Co., Inc.
With 40+ years of experience, Mark has built dozens of Class A RV/boat storage facilities across the country. As a national expert in steel canopy construction, he’s worked extensively with Baja Construction customers on projects that have shaped industry standards. Mark and his team ensure customers develop successfully with confidence, avoiding common pitfalls to achieve exceptional results.
Greg Ellsworth
President
Self-Storage Consulting Group
Greg Ellsworth founded Self Storage Consulting Group (SSCG) in 2008. Greg discovered that designing a facility from an operator’s perspective allows for reduced long-term overhead and operational deficiencies which play a pivotal role in establishing higher values. Greg has demonstrated his understanding of the storage industry, by developing a group of companies that have tremendous synergy which add value to any storage project.
Andrew Jones
Owner
OTR Truck Parking Vice President
Truck Parking Club
Andrew Jones has been in the self-storage business for the last decade working for Yardi, Extra Space and JustStorage before co-founding OTR Truck Parking, where he remains co-owner. He currently serves on the Toy Storage Nation Advisory Board in addition to serving as Vice President of Property Member Optimization at Truck Parking Club, the largest truck parking marketplace in the United States that connects truckers with secure parking spaces for hourly-to-monthly needs.
Cody Lopez
Southwest Regional Sales Manager
MakoRabco
Cody Lopez joined MakoRabco in 2019 and serves as Southwest Regional Sales Manager. Drawing on his background in multi-family general contracting and engineering, Cody ensures efficient project execution, cost optimization, and timely delivery. Known for his expertise, approachable demeanor, and MakoRabco charm, he delivers exceptional client experiences. Cody holds a bachelor’s degree in business management and an MBA in project management.
Steve Lucas
CEO and Managing Partner
The Storage Group
Steve Lucas is the CEO and Managing Partner of The Storage Group®, an award-winning digital marketing agency for the storage industry. He leads the company in delivering innovative products and services, with an emphasis on the customer experience. Steve helped introduce ClickandStor™, the storage industry’s first online rental tool. He is also a respected public speaker and serves on several industry association boards and committees.
David Myers
Head of Self-Storage and
VP -Operations
Alchemy Insurance Solutions
David Myers is Head of Self-Storage and VP - Operations at Alchemy Insurance Solutions. With over 12 years in the self-storage industry, he runs in the SBOA Tenant Insurance program, helping owners and operators protect their assets and maximize revenue. David is passionate about delivering tailored insurance solutions that support the unique needs of self-storage businesses nationwide.
Aric Nissen
Chief Executive Officer
Baja Construction Co., Inc.
With 30+ years of experience growing and scaling businesses, Aric Nissen is a seasoned leader in renewable energy and construction. He co-founded EnergyTek, which develops/invests in innovative solar solutions, and is CEO of Baja Construction, specializing in design, engineering and installation of solar carports and canopy RV/boat storage. Baja's experienced team and construction crews deliver high-quality, tailored solutions that drive success.
Bishesh Shrestha
Vice President Self Storage Financing
Live Oak Bank
Bishesh Shrestha is a senior loan officer with Live Oak Bank. He is a dedicated lender in the self-storage space and has been working in the self-storage industry since 2016. As a senior loan officer, he is responsible for evaluating, qualifying, and structuring, self-storage deals. Bishesh works with borrowers across the country secure self-storage financing using various loan products (SBA, USDA, and Conventional Bank debt).
Nathaniel Trone
Senior Manager of
Business Development
Alchemy Insurance Solutions
Nathaniel Trone is the Senior Manager of Business Development at Alchemy Insurance Solutions. With nearly a decade of experience in client management and sales, he now leads growth for the award-winning SBOA Tenant Insurance Program. Nathaniel works closely with self-storage operators nationwide to streamline onboarding, increase revenue, and ensure compliance, helping owners offer top-tier protection while reducing operational burden.
Jo Beth White
President
Development Services Inc.
With over 40 years background in construction and development Jo Beth heads the feasibility division for Development, Services Inc. Her expertise helps to provide balanced well thought out reports that are reality driven and integrity based. In addition to site specific studies, using a reverse analytical study, she has developed a program to assist developers in finding viable areas.
Alex Young
District Sales Manager
Janus International Group
Alex Young is a dedicated District Sales Manager at Janus International. With 8 years of experience in the industry, Alex has been instrumental in driving growth in sales and project management. Alex excels in managing complex projects and fostering strong client relationships. Known for a proactive approach, Alex frequently engages in collaborative discussions to ensure high standards of excellence.