Joe Robinson serves as Chief Operations Officer at SmartStop Self Storage REIT Inc., where he oversees the company's nationwide portfolio of self-storage facilities, driving operational excellence, acquisitions, and strategic growth. With over 25 years of experience in the self-storage industry, Joe has built a distinguished career marked by leadership in multi-site management, revenue optimization, and expansion initiatives. His deep industry knowledge has positioned him as a key architect of SmartStop's transformation into a premier REIT focused on high-quality assets. Prior to joining SmartStop in 2017 as Senior Vice President of Operations, Joe held senior roles at leading self-storage operators, including Regional Vice President at CubeSmart and District Manager at Extra Space Storage. At these organizations, he managed portfolios exceeding 100 properties, implemented technology-driven efficiencies that boosted occupancy rates by up to 15%, and spearheaded successful mergers and acquisitions totaling over $500 million in value. Under Joe's leadership at SmartStop, the company has grown its portfolio to more than 150 facilities across 20 states, achieving record operational performance through innovative property management practices and customer-centric strategies. His achievements include streamlining third-party management operations and enhancing EBITDA margins, solidifying SmartStop's competitive edge in the self-storage sector.