SmartStop Self Storage REIT CEO to Keynote at Annual Investor Forum
SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (NYSE: SMA), a prominent owner and operator of self-storage facilities across the United States and Canada, announced that its Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, H. Michael Schwartz, is slated to address attendees at the eighth annual KeyBanc Self Storage Investor Forum. The event is scheduled for Thursday, January 8, 2026, at the Westin New York Grand Central in New York City.
Mr. Schwartz will headline a fireside chat titled “The IPO: What It Means to Be Public, Why Now, and What’s Next?” This session, scheduled for 12:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, will offer registered attendees insights into SmartStop’s journey as a publicly traded entity, its strategic rationale for going public, and its forward-looking plans. The fireside chat format is particularly valuable in the context of self-storage REITs, allowing for a deeper dive into operational strategies, capital allocation, and the unique dynamics of the self-storage market.
The self-storage sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth potential, often outperforming broader real estate segments due to its fragmented nature and diverse demand drivers, from individual household transitions to business storage needs. Companies like SmartStop, which operate a significant portfolio and leverage integrated management teams, are well-positioned to capitalize on these trends. The increasing adoption of technology in facility management, customer acquisition, and data analytics is also a critical aspect of the industry’s evolution, and discussions at such forums often touch upon how REITs are integrating these innovations to enhance efficiency and customer experience.
For SmartStop, the “Why Now?” aspect of the IPO discussion is especially relevant. The current market conditions, characterized by shifts in interest rates and evolving investor preferences, necessitate a clear articulation of a company’s value proposition and growth trajectory. A public listing provides access to capital markets for expansion, acquisitions, and development, while simultaneously increasing transparency and corporate governance standards. The “What’s Next?” segment will likely explore SmartStop’s strategic roadmap, including potential market expansion, new service offerings, and its approach to navigating the competitive landscape.
**About SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc.**
SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc., operating under the NYSE ticker SMA, is a self-managed real estate investment trust. The company boasts a fully integrated operations team with over 1,000 self-storage professionals dedicated to expanding the SmartStop® Self Storage brand. Through its subsidiaries, SmartStop REIT Advisors, LLC, and Argus Professional Storage Management, LLC, the company also sponsors various self-storage programs and provides third-party management services in both the U.S. and Canada.
As of January 5, 2026, SmartStop’s portfolio encompasses over 460 operating properties, strategically located across 35 states, Washington D.C., and Canada. This extensive network comprises approximately 270,000 units and spans more than 35 million rentable square feet. The Canadian segment of its operations includes 49 properties, totaling approximately 4.2 million rentable square feet across 42,200 units.
Further information about SmartStop’s operations, portfolio, and strategic initiatives can be found at www.smartstopselfstorage.com.
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