Gabfocus Self Storage Podcast Self Storage State Associations 101 - and Updates From Lighthouse
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Oct 11, 2025 Join Melissa and Josh as they celebrate their recognition on the cover of a leading industry magazine! 🌟 They discuss the inner workings of state self-storage associations, shedding light on affiliate versus independently run models. Melissa shares her decision to step back from state management to focus on the growth of Lighthouse Storage Solutions. The duo also dives into the important role of the Self Storage Association in national and state-level support, along with updates on exciting upcoming events and their commitment to industry education!
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Intro
00:00 • 35sec
Recognition: Being on Modern Storage Media's Cover
00:35 • 3min
How the Magazine Interview Framed Our Story
03:35 • 2min
Personal Notes: Weekend, Drone Work, and Family
05:23 • 33sec
Why Melissa Is Stepping Back from State Management
05:56 • 5min
How State Self-Storage Associations Are Structured
11:01 • 3min
SSA's Role: National Events and Legislative Support
14:29 • 3min
Affiliate Benefits and Regional Conferences
17:02 • 2min
Official Announcement: Melissa's Transition Plan
19:29 • 2min
Upcoming Schedule: Busy Six-Week Travel and Events
21:58 • 2min
Continuing Education and Giving Back to the Industry
24:08 • 53sec
Outro
25:01 • 1min