CubeSmart's Chief Operating Officer Joel Keaton to Retire Following an Over 30 Year Career in the Self-Storage Industry

Leadership Changes - Joel Keaton, Chief Operating Officer, will retire effective April 30, 2025, and will serve as a consultant post-retirement to ensure a smooth transition [1][3] - Guy Middlebrooks will be promoted to Executive Vice President, Operations, overseeing field operations and third-party management [2][7] - Amy Cross will be promoted to Executive Vice President, Technology, Data Science, and Marketing, having led the transformation of CubeSmart's IT function [7] Company Overview - CubeSmart is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, owning or managing 1,528 self-storage properties across the United States [4] - The company is recognized as one of the top three owners and operators of self-storage properties in the U.S. according to the 2024 Self Storage Almanac [4] Company Mission - CubeSmart's mission is to simplify organizational and logistical challenges for customers through innovative solutions, unparalleled service, and genuine care [5] - The self-storage properties are designed to offer affordable, easily accessible, and climate-controlled storage space for both residential and commercial customers [5]