Bisnow’s National Self-Storage Conference to Examine Investment Trends, Development Strategy & Market Performance Across the Sector
BISWIRE/May 22, 2026 — Bisnow will host its National Self-Storage Conference on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in Atlanta, bringing together investors, developers, operators and lenders to examine the capital, development and operational trends reshaping the self-storage sector nationwide. The event will feature networking opportunities, market-focused discussions and insights from leading executives across the industry.
The conference will explore where capital is flowing, how firms are adapting to increased institutional competition and the strategies owners and developers are using to navigate rising costs, zoning hurdles and evolving market dynamics. Attendees can expect discussions on acquisitions, portfolio optimization, modern facility design, construction efficiencies and development strategies in an increasingly competitive environment.
Industry professionals attending the conference will gain actionable insights into underwriting trends, creative financing, site selection, municipal approvals, conversions, multi-story development and operational efficiencies driving long-term performance in the self-storage space.
The event will be hosted in Atlanta and is sponsored by Elevate Structures, Marcus & Millichap and MLCO Construction.
Positioning for Success: Capital, Acquisitions & Portfolio Optimization
- Extra Space Storage
- Highline Storage Partners
- Marcus & Millichap
Innovations in Modern Facilities
- Stuf Storage
- SmartStop Self Storage
- Space Shop Self Storage
- Elevate Structures
Cracking the Code for New Development
- BSROA
- The Ardent Companies
The National Self-Storage Conference is designed for owners, investors, developers, brokers, lenders, architects and operators looking to better position themselves for growth and investment activity across the sector.
For more information and to register, visit the National Self-Storage Conference page to register.
For all questions regarding content, speaker recommendations or sponsorship opportunities, please email brandon.elsasser@bisnow.com.
