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April 29, 2026

MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™ | ISS World Expo Vlog – Behind the Scenes in Las Vegas 🎰📦

Episode Summary

Modern Storage® takes you inside ISS World Expo 2026 in Las Vegas for a behind-the-scenes vlog episode covering the full conference experience. From setting up the Modern Storage® booth to recording live interviews and walking the expo floor, this episode captures what the self storage industry's biggest annual event actually looks like on the ground. If you've ever wondered what ISS World Expo is like as an attendee, operator, or vendor, this episode gives you a real look.

Key Takeaways

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ISS World Expo 2026 brought together self storage operators, vendors, and industry voices in Las Vegas for one of the year's most significant industry gatherings.

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The Modern Storage® team recorded live podcast interviews on-site, giving listeners direct access to conversations happening at the heart of the conference.

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Beyond the sessions and expo floor, this episode shows the behind-the-scenes reality of representing a media brand at a major industry event.

Episode Notes

ISS World Expo is one of the largest and most well-known events in the self storage industry, drawing thousands of attendees to Las Vegas each year. For operators, investors, and vendors alike, it serves as a central hub for education, product discovery, and relationship building. In this special vlog episode, Modern Storage® brings listeners along for the full experience, from the moment they arrive and start setting up their booth to the conversations and connections that happen throughout the event. Setting up a booth at a trade show is its own logistical undertaking, and this episode captures that process honestly. Modern Storage® walks through what it takes to get ready before the expo floor opens, giving listeners who have never exhibited at an industry event a realistic look at what goes into representing a brand at a conference of this scale. For self storage operators considering exhibiting at future events, this behind-the-scenes perspective offers practical context. One of the highlights of the episode is the live podcast recording element. Modern Storage® used ISS World Expo as an opportunity to sit down with guests directly on the floor, recording conversations with storage operators and industry professionals in real time. This format captures a kind of candid energy that studio recordings often miss, and listeners get to hear perspectives from people actively engaged in the self storage business at one of the busiest moments of their professional year. The expo floor itself is a major focus of the episode. ISS World Expo features hundreds of vendors showcasing everything from facility management software and access control technology to construction solutions and marketing services. Modern Storage® explores the floor and highlight what stood out to them, giving listeners a curated sense of where the industry is heading and which products and services are generating the most attention among storage professionals. Networking is one of the primary reasons people attend events like ISS World Expo, and this episode reflects that reality. The conversations Modern Storage® have throughout the episode, whether planned interviews or spontaneous hallway exchanges, speak to the value of being in the same room as other people who are deeply invested in the self storage industry. For operators who run smaller portfolios or work independently, moments like these can be especially meaningful. This episode is a useful resource for anyone thinking about attending ISS World Expo for the first time, as well as for longtime attendees who want a fresh perspective on the event. It also reflects the broader mission of Modern Storage® Unpacked, which is to make the self storage industry more accessible, more transparent, and more connected for everyone involved in it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the topics covered in this episode.

What is ISS World Expo and who should attend?

ISS World Expo is one of the largest annual trade shows and conferences in the self storage industry, held in Las Vegas. It is designed for self storage facility owners, operators, investors, on-site managers, and vendors who serve the industry. Attendees come to learn, network, evaluate new products and technology, and connect with peers from across the country.

What kind of vendors exhibit at ISS World Expo?

The ISS World Expo floor features a wide range of vendors serving the self storage industry, including facility management software providers, access control and security technology companies, construction and development firms, insurance providers, and marketing services. It is one of the most efficient ways for operators to compare multiple solutions side by side in a single location. Investors and new operators often use the expo to identify trusted vendors before opening or acquiring a facility.

Is ISS World Expo worth attending if I only manage one self storage facility?

Yes, even single-facility operators benefit from attending ISS World Expo. The event offers education sessions, direct access to technology vendors, and the chance to network with operators who have faced the same challenges you are dealing with. Many single-site operators leave with actionable ideas on pricing, marketing, software, and operations that they can apply immediately.

What should a first-time self storage investor look for at an industry trade show like ISS?

First-time investors should focus on three areas at ISS World Expo: education sessions covering market fundamentals and acquisition strategies, conversations with management companies and operators who can speak to real-world performance, and vendor booths offering feasibility, development, and financing tools. The expo is a compressed environment where you can gather months of research in just a few days. Walking the floor with a specific list of questions will make the experience significantly more productive.

How do self storage operators use industry events like ISS World Expo to improve their facilities?

Operators use ISS World Expo to evaluate new technology, attend workshops on revenue management and customer experience, and benchmark their operations against what others in the industry are doing. Direct conversations with vendors and fellow operators often surface practical improvements that do not show up in industry publications. Many operators schedule the expo annually as a dedicated time to step back from daily operations and focus on strategic improvements.

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