Women in Self Storage
Self storage is one of the UK’s fastest-growing industries, and it’s full of opportunities. From construction sites, back office, to boardrooms, women are building careers, leading teams, and shaping how the industry moves forward.
Meet some of theWomen in Self Storage
Executives & Board Members
Women now hold over 43% of FTSE 350 board positions. As the self storage industry grows and larger portfolios are created predominantly through institutional investment, the opportunity to progress into executive and board level roles continues to grow.
Kristi Adams
Chief Revenue Officer and President of International at OpenTech Alliance
Karen Brennan
Managing Director at U Store It
Kimberley Robinson
Vice President of Marketing at OpenTech Alliance
Laura Moxham
Managing Director@ YBA PPC (Your Business Angels)
Marketing
There has never been a more exciting time to work in marketing within the self storage industry. As the sector becomes more brand-conscious and digitally driven, the demand for strategic, creative marketers is growing. Opportunities exist at every level, from hands-on digital execution to senior leadership roles driving brand direction and growth.
Design and Architecture
Design within the self storage industry plays a crucial role in shaping how facilities function, look, and feel. For women with technical skill and creative vision, this space offers long-term career progression and project ownership.
Dorota Lesinska
Head of Design at Kuboid
Reni Chudley
Senior CAD Designer at Kuboid
Emma Banks
Self Storage Manager at Astwood Storage and Business Park
Lucy Maidman
Director at Store & Secure Self Storage
Facilities Management
Once a facility is built, maintaining it to the highest standard is critical. Facilities management covers everything from ongoing maintenance to compliance and daily operations. Women are increasingly leading in these roles, overseeing contractors, managing site performance, and ensuring every facility runs efficiently and safely.
Operations
While historically male-dominated, leadership in self storage is evolving. More women are stepping into senior operational roles, managing teams, overseeing site portfolios, and shaping business strategy. Major operators, including Shurgard, are now led and influenced by women at the highest level, showing there’s real space to lead and grow in this sector.
Lydia Finn
Director of Operations at Nesta
Mariea McGrath
Head of Operations at U Store IT
Charlotte Rainey
Business Development Manager at 1ST Containers Ltd
Neve Harris
Sales and Account Manger EMEA at OpenTech Alliance
Sales and Business Development
Sales and business development roles present strong opportunities for women who thrive in customer-focused, target-driven environments. Whether working on-site or managing regional expansion, this area offers quick progression. With the industry growing rapidly, women in sales are well-positioned to influence revenue, growth strategies, and long-term business success.
Construction
Construction in self storage is fast-paced, hands-on, and full of opportunity. More women are stepping into these roles, leading installations, managing contractors, and overseeing delivery on site. With more facilities being built across the UK and Europe, self storage construction is a space where women can take the lead and build long-term careers.
Catalina Coselev
Director at Coselev Constructions
Neus Ondoño Garcia
Construction Manager at Bluespace Self Storage
Kristina Trujillo
Product Manager at OpenTech Alliance
Jill Leckie
Self Storage Marketing Consultant at Developed By Me
Technology and Innovation
As self storage becomes more automated, tech-focused roles are growing rapidly. Women are leading the way in areas like digital product management, customer app development, CRM systems, access control technology, and online booking platforms.
Finance & Commercial Strategy
As self storage grows, so does the need for strategic finance and commercial planning. Women are playing key roles in pricing strategy, revenue modelling, portfolio performance, and investment planning, particularly within large operators and REITs such as Safestore, Big Yellow, and Shurgard.
Dushy Kalai
Finance Manager at DS Security Group
Terri Stewart
Accounts Payable Manager at PTI Security Systems
Helen Bourke
Operations Director at The Self Storage Association UK
Paola Barraza
CEO at Federation of European Self Storage Associations
Industry Bodies
Industry bodies like the SSA play a central role in shaping self storage standards, policy, and growth. Women are well-represented in these spaces, contributing to training, innovation, and long-term sector development.
Creating Space for Everyone
At Kuboid, we believe diversity drives innovation. We’re proud to champion an inclusive culture where women lead, shape, and thrive, and we’re committed to making self storage a space where all voices are heard and valued.
Creating Space for Everyone
At Kuboid, we believe diversity drives innovation. We’re proud to champion an inclusive culture where women lead, shape, and thrive, and we’re committed to making self storage a space where all voices are heard and valued.
Join the Movement
Women in Self Storage Europe
We’ve created a space where women across the European self storage industry can connect, support each other, and thrive together. Whether you're in design, marketing, operations or just starting out, this group is for you.
Build supportive networks
Share insight and ideas
Inspire the next generation
Create space for open conversation
Join the Movement
Women in Self Storage Europe
We’ve created a space where women across the European self storage industry can connect, support each other, and thrive together. Whether you’re in design, marketing, operations or just starting out, this group is for you.
Build supportive networks
Share insight and ideas
Inspire the next generation
Create space for open conversation
Join the Movement
Women in Self Storage Europe
We’ve created a space where women across the European self storage industry can connect, support each other, and thrive together. Whether you’re in design, marketing, operations or just starting out, this group is for you.
Build supportive networks
Share insight and ideas
Inspire the next generation
Create space for open conversation
