Boxwell is a team of strategists, developers, designers, and communicators with a shared mission: helping our clients grow. When Rod Bolls founded Boxwell in 2015, he set out to build a company that balances hard work with a dynamic, collaborative culture. By aligning a strong business model with a dedicated team and a sustainable work environment, he created something special.
Based in Boulder, Colorado, we believe success comes from innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. We work hard, support each other, and take pride in what we do.
Since the beginning, Boxwell has grown into a passionate team that values work, family, and community. Each of us brings unique skills to the table, and together, we create solutions that serve both our customers and the people around us. We prioritize meaningful relationships—with our customers, partners, vendors, and local non-profits—because strong connections drive success.
Our hands-on approach sets us apart. We answer the phone, demo our products, and explore new ideas with curiosity and determination. At Boxwell, we don’t just talk about innovation—we make it happen.
As the founder and CEO of Boxwell, Rod Bolls is a forward-thinking executive with a 16-year track record in the storage industry. His keen understanding of market dynamics and ability to adapt to emerging trends have fueled the company’s growth and sustained success. Throughout his career, Rod has built a reputation as a charismatic leader committed to the success of his customers and the well-being of his team. Boxwell embodies transparency, integrity, and innovation under Rod's relentless drive and customer-centric approach. Beyond the office, Rod finds fulfillment in ultra-marathons, gravel and road cycling, fly fishing, and cherishing moments with his wife and two children.
Lisa, our director of strategic accounts, is one of the five original team members at Boxwell. After hearing Rod’s vision for the company, she knew it aligned with her own goals and values. Lisa fosters strong relationships with business owners and attributes her success in sales to those ties.
Outside of work, her greatest accomplishment is raising three children and witnessing their success. As she puts it, “No job in the world can match the satisfaction of being a parent.”
Chip joined Boxwell in 2024, bringing 35 years of leadership and sales experience in media, specializing in heavy-duty transportation. A Navy veteran of 30 years, he was drawn to Boxwell for its strong team culture and client relationships.
Passionate about helping businesses grow, Chip is eager to contribute his expertise to Boxwell’s mission. He lives in Florida with his wife, Tina, and enjoys spending time by the ocean.
Laura joined the Boxwell team in 2017, bringing a wealth of experience from a diverse sales career. Her unique journey has allowed her to offer personalized solutions that help clients achieve their business objectives with confidence.
Since joining, she has helped over 300 clients achieve their professional goals by maximizing revenue. Outside of work, Laura values spending time with her family and practicing yoga to maintain balance in life and work.
Adam joined Boxwell in 2021 after collaborating on a self-storage project in Slovakia. Now, he drives growth in Europe and the Middle East, building strong partnerships and delivering top-tier storage solutions.
With a background in global automotive roles, he brings expertise in strategy, sales, and relationship-building. Outside of work, Adam is a dedicated father who values family time.
Frank is one of Boxwell’s five strategic account managers. He has over 20 years of experience in the trucking and transportation industry. His background provides valuable expertise in fabrication, operations, and logistics within the portable storage industry.
Frank recently received an MBA and is always pursuing ways to excel in his field. Outside of work, Frank is an avid history buff and traveler, having traveled to six out of seven continents.
Brian has over 20 years of sales and business ownership experience in real estate building/development. He believes his background to be crucial at Boxwell when strategizing with self-storage developers.
He joined Boxwell for the opportunity to work with Rod and the leadership he exudes; “Great companies have great leaders.” Brian is a father of two who strives to treat our clients like family.
John leverages his expertise in logistics to seamlessly manage Boxwell’s freight operations.
Recognizing a gap in accessible information for clients with limited freight experience, John developed clear, user-friendly resources to simplify the process. He continuously monitors freight prices and trends to ensure our clients always receive the most competitive rates.
Outside of work, John enjoys exploring Colorado with his two dogs, Indie and Oliver.
Lesley joined the Boxwell team as a sales assistant, bringing years of account management and customer service experience. She has an attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a willingness to do what it takes to get things done.
Lesley and her husband have three terrific sons and love to entertain — often filling their home with family and friends for dinner. Lesley’s hobbies include interior design, home renovation, group fitness, and spending as much time outdoors as possible.
As Boxwell moved through the startup phase and into an established business, the need for sales support became apparent. It is during this time that Ellann joined Boxwell to assist our account manager, Frank. These two are no strangers to working together. Prior to their time at Boxwell, they worked in tandem for ten years at Wabash.
Ellann believes that anyone considering Boxwell units should know how dedicated the entire team is to our client’s success.
Clay is the newest addition to the Boxwell team.
A recent graduate of Ohio University with a degree in entrepreneurship, Clay saw the opportunity to work under Laura’s guidance as a valuable step in his sales career. Clay was also drawn to the vibrant company culture cultivated by Rod—a collaborative, energetic, and inclusive workspace.
Outside of work, you can find Clay snowboarding in the winter and fishing in the summer.
Austin started as an installer and worked his way up to director of operations at Boxwell. As the go-to problem solver, he addresses challenges collaboratively, ensuring smooth operations. Passionate about client success, Austin believes, “when our customers win, we win.” As a Colorado native, Austin spends his time outdoors with his wife, Megan, son, Bently, and black lab, Blue.
Chris is Boxwell’s operations manager, overseeing the install process from beginning to end. This includes product and equipment deliveries, plus the coordination of install teams. He manages multiple sites daily, ensuring client satisfaction with each Boxwell install. Coming from the oil and gas industry, he demonstrates expertise in running complex projects. Outside of the office, Chris rides his gravel bike on the Boxwell cycling team and is an avid concert goer.
With 35 years of manufacturing, engineering, and sales experience, Brent joined Boxwell’s operation team. His friendly demeanor and strong work ethic make Brent a great addition to Boxwell. In his spare time, he enjoys golfing and spending time with his family and nine grandkids.
Born and raised in beautiful Colorado, Jason joined the Boxwell team as an operations and installation specialist. He enjoys the hard work and traveling involved with his job. When not on the road, Jason loves writing and recording his own music and spending time with his family.
Jason serves as CFO of Boxwell. He is a seasoned finance and operational leader with more than 20 years of experience in early-stage, high-growth, and large corporate environments domestically and internationally. Jason is a competitive ultramarathon runner, having completed single-stage races of up to 122 miles and self-supported adventure runs of up to 175 miles in distance. He and his family live in Boulder, Colorado.
Laura is a financial controller and data scientist with extensive experience in corporate and academic environments across a variety of industries and geographies. At Boxwell, she leads accounting operations and financial reporting. Laura loves numbers and holds a BS and MS in Statistics from the University of Padova, her hometown in Italy. She also loves learning new languages, is passionate about traveling, and is always looking for new destinations to explore with her family.
Tanya is also one of the five original team members at Boxwell. Starting as a general administrator, she wore many different hats before focusing primarily on financial operations. During her time at Boxwell, Tanya has been able to see the strides the company has made. Tanya oversees the finance team, ensuring precision and accountability for all financial operations. Prior to joining our team, she received her BFA in Drawing from The Pratt Institute in New York.
Ryker recently graduated from the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado Boulder. It was during his time as a student that he joined our team part-time.
Since his graduation, Ryker's role has grown into a full time position as a financial analyst. He has also been a key player in several business development efforts, the latest of which being hallway systems.
Erik serves as General Counsel for Boxwell. He has more than 25 years of experience as a corporate attorney. Erik provides a unique perspective on both legal and business challenges faced by fast-growing organizations. Erik enjoys a variety of outdoor activities including skiing, golf, and beach volleyball. He revels in spending time with his family and living vicariously through his four children as they take on the world.
Jessie brings a unique blend of creative vision and architectural expertise to lead Boxwell's brand identity and market strategy.
Her role combines a degree in Architecture from the University of Colorado Boulder with over 12 years of experience in design and branding. She specializes in highlighting our commitment to quality and innovation.
Jessie enjoys hot yoga and camper adventures.
Karah, a Colorado native, earned her degree in Marketing and Management from Colorado State University.
With over eight years of experience working with Adobe Creative Suite, she oversees a diverse range of projects. This includes email marketing campaigns, graphic design, event coordination and more.
Karah lives in Denver with her Siamese cat, Tilly.
Ruby graduated from Colorado State University with a degree in Political Science and Philosophy. Initially planning on attending law school, she realized it wasn’t the right fit and began exploring opportunities in the business world. Now, she contributes to a variety of projects at Boxwell, focusing on learning the ins and outs of marketing while assisting other teams as needed.
Ruby is an avid traveler who has lived abroad and is fluent in Spanish.
Brenda is our in-house copywriter and public relations professional. With over a decade of experience in brand building and content creation, she excels at crafting industry-focused campaigns that foster brand loyalty and engagement. She has a BA in English from the University of Michigan, and is currently pursuing advanced studies in linguistics.
At Boxwell, Brenda showcases the company’s core values and dedication to service, connecting with clients and the community in meaningful ways.
Lisa, nicknamed ‘Tuna’ in the office, is Boxwell’s human resources coordinator. She has built a distinguished career as a HR professional, specializing in talent management and organizational development at large-scale corporations.
Highlighting Boxwell’s team dynamics and our dedication to client satisfaction, Lisa believes that, “No matter what department we work in, we never have the mindset of ‘that’s not my job.’” Outside of work, Lisa can be found walking her Mastiff, Burbon.
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