Attending a self-storage trade show this year? These events are intended for self-storage facility owners, operators, investors, developers, and manufacturers. In 2024, self-storage trade shows promise to deliver valuable insights and opportunities. They can be a great way to stay informed, network with industry professionals, and discover new products and services. At trade shows and conferences, your business should come prepared to do some research. Get ideas about industry trends, technology, marketing strategies, market demand, and customer service.
Here are five essential questions to ask at a self-storage trade show to make the most out of your experience:
1. What is Trending in Self-Storage? Understanding the latest trends in self-storage can give you a competitive edge in the market. Find out about new materials, features, and sizes. See if you can increase your facility’s functionality, appeal, and profitability with the latest and greatest.
2. How Can I Use Technology at My Facility? Technology plays a crucial role in streamlining self-storage operations. Ask about software solutions for facility management, security systems, and customer service. Staying current with technology can improve your business’s efficiency and customer experiences. And the tech is always updating.
3. What Marketing Strategies Are Most Effective? Marketing is vital for attracting and retaining customers in the self-storage industry. Get ideas for digital marketing, community outreach, and referral incentives. Marketing tactics can be a simple way to reach your target audience and increase occupancy rates.
4. Who Are My Customers? Learn about demographics in your area. Ask industry professionals how they figure out the local demand for storage. Identify opportunities to optimize your business strategy. You can base your unit mix and facility’s features on this data.
5. How Can I Improve Customer Experience? Find out how to build loyalty and long-term success. Ask about delivering exceptional customer service, ADA compliance, and value-added services. Training your employees is often the first step to improving customer satisfaction. Learn how to drive positive reviews, referrals, and repeat business.
By networking and asking these questions at a self-storage trade show, you can gain valuable insights, network with industry professionals, and position your business for success.
Next week, Boxwell will attend one of the largest trade shows in the storage industry. Inside Self-Storage World Expo will be April 2-5, 2024, in the Caesars Forum Conference Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.
What is Inside Self Storage?
Inside Self-Storage is a media company that provides news, information, and resources to professionals in the self-storage industry. The organization also produce a monthly magazine, online articles, and webinars. It is a community of self-storage professionals, including facility owners, operators, managers, investors, developers, and suppliers. ISS offers resources and services to its members. So, things like, educational events, industry news and analysis, marketing and advertising opportunities, research and reports, and networking opportunities. For their current news and industry-related blog posts, check out the ISS News page and the ISS Blog page.
The 2024 Inside Self-Storage World Expo has so much to offer — from educational sessions and workshops to networking opportunities and exhibits. The ISS World Expo is a must-attend show for storage professionals looking to start or grow a self-storage operation. It is the perfect event for new or existing facility owners. Attendees also include facility managers, investors, builders, developers, and others. Look for Boxwell at the show! You can step inside our 8×20 and 10×20 units featuring NEW Boxwell roll-up doors.
“We are very excited to announce this development. Boxwell’s door design meets the highest standards of quality and safety,” says Boxwell CEO, Rod Bolls. “We stand behind our products, services, and clients. Eliminating our reliance on third-party door vendors allows us to extend that commitment even further.”
When you are at the show, be sure to attend the 2024 Inside Self-Storage World Expo presentations. This year’s keynote address, for example, is titled, “The Right Time Is Now! Gems of Knowledge to Help Your Self-Storage Business Shine in a Murky Business Climate.” Anne Ballard (also known as The Hat Lady), has been designing and managing self-storage around the world. In her address, she will share the lessons she has learned along the way. Another interesting event at the trade show this year will be “Women in Storage Education.” Here, female presenters will share their professional strategies for storage. You can connect with women from all facets of the industry.
The self-storage industry continues to evolve. So, attending trade shows and conferences is essential for staying competitive and informed. Are you looking to expand your network, learn from industry leaders, or discover new products and services? These trade shows have something to offer to every self-storage enthusiast. Do not miss the opportunity to grow your knowledge and business in the self-storage industry!
Boxwell is a leading global provider of portable and relocatable self-storage solutions designed to cater to the diverse needs of businesses worldwide. Our extensive reach encompasses storage facilities across various regions, spanning America, Australia, Canada, Europe, Ireland, Germany, the Middle East, the United Kingdom, and beyond. What sets Boxwell apart is our commitment to delivering fully customizable, exceptionally durable, and effortlessly movable storage solutions that meet the unique demands of every client. So, you can focus on running your operation!
Whether you are expanding your existing facility or venturing into the storage business, we have you. The flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and ease of relocatable units make them a smart choice.
Work with a Boxwell representative to decide your ideal unit mix, custom colors, door configurations, and more. Your Boxwell storage units will be shipped flat packed and assembled fast with just a few dozen nuts, bolts, and basic tools. You will be ready to rent them in no time! Check out boxwell.co or call (303) 317-5850 for more information.
