Self Storage Asia (China) Forum
23 - 24 Oct 2024
Shangri-La Shougang Park, Beijing, China
Language: Mandarin & English (Simultaneous interpretation for English speakers)
Ticket: Operator Member RMB¥3,000
Operator Non-member RMB¥4,000
Supplier Member RMB¥4,000
Supplier Non-member RMB¥5,000
Investor ticket (email Heily for details)
The Self Storage Association Asia (SSAA) and the China Association of Warehousing and Distribution (CAWD) are proud to present the 2024 Self Storage Asia (China) Forum—the first-ever collaboration of its kind in the region.
This ground-breaking event is designed to bring together industry leaders, operators, and innovators to explore new trends, share best practices, and build stronger networks across the self storage sector in China and Asia.
Why Attend?
Learn from Industry Leaders:
Gain valuable insights from top experts and industry pioneers. Discover the latest trends, innovations, and strategies that are transforming self storage in China and across Asia.Network with Key Players:
This event provides an exceptional platform to meet and connect with leading self storage operators, suppliers, and investors from around the region.Be at the Forefront of Industry Growth:
China’s self storage market is evolving rapidly. By attending this forum, you’ll be part of the conversation shaping the future of the industry.
Agenda Overview
Day 1 – 23 October 2024
09:00 Registration
14:00 - 17:00 Site Tours of 3 Beijing self storage facilities, including StorHub趣存(西城店), 美立方(太阳宫店), 优立仓(燕莎店)
18:00 - 20:30 Opening Dinner – Experience local Beijing flavours
Day 2 – 24 October 2024
09:00 - 17:30 Full-Day Conference featuring key industry speakers
18:00 - 21:00 Closing Dinner – Celebrating the success of the forum
Highlighted Sessions
The Rise of Unmanned Self Storage via WeChat Mini-Programs
An exploration of the latest trends in unmanned self storage facilities driven by WeChat technology.
Balancing Privacy and Security: A Look at Customer Belongings Checks
Discuss the relationship between customer privacy and the need for security checks in self storage.
Current Standards for Self Storage in Mainland China
Learn about the existing standards governing the self storage industry and their implications.
Panel Discussion: The Future of Self Storage REITs in China
A forward-looking discussion on the development of real estate investment trusts (REITs) within China’s self storage industry.
Trends in China’s Real Estate Market
Hear from real estate experts about the latest trends shaping the property market in China and how it impacts self storage.
Key Speakers
Helen Ng
CEO of General Storage (Lock+Store, The Store House)
Coming from a background in property development, Helen Ng became Singapore's first female self-storage hub Chief Executive Officer when she took over the Lock+Store business from real estate developer Mapletree in November 2010. Prior to this, she was part of the Ang Oon Hue Pte Ltd senior management team which developed Greenview Mansion, a new property catering to long-term housing needs in the north of Singapore. She was in charge of Human Resource, Business Development and Marketing. Concurrently, the company took over the management of and turned around Sembawang Shopping Centre which was then sold to CapitalMall Trust in 2003. From 2004 to 2005, she oversaw the expansion of the Food and Beverage arm of Comfort Perth City Hotel in Australia and the construction of an additional carpark block. Today, it is a thriving three-star business hotel.
A self-storage opinion leader who is effectively bilingual, Helen has been quoted and featured extensively in regional print and broadcast media. She was a regular contributor to The Business Times’ “Views from the Top” weekly column in Singapore, and is regularly approached by the regional media for C-suite perspectives. A firm believer in Corporate Social Responsibility, Helen has launched various CSR initiatives at Lock+Store. Today, Lock+Store Singapore supports online crowdfunding charity Ray of Hope and Nature Society Singapore. In 2022, The Store House Hong Kong was recognised as a good corporate citizen under the Caring Company Scheme organised by The Hong Kong Council of Social Service.
Emma Feng
CEO of MyCube Self Storage
Emma Feng is the CEO and Founder of My Cube Self Storage, one of the pioneering brands in China’s self storage industry.
With over a decade of experience in public relations, Emma previously held an executive role at BlueFocus Communication Group. In 2013, while pursuing her MBA from Peking University’s Guanghua School of Management, she established My Cube Self Storage. The company is now widely recognised for its fast occupancy rates, high customer satisfaction, and strong capacity for innovation. As of December 2021, My Cube operates 18 locations in Beijing, serving over 10,000 users, and is a close partner of major international self storage associations.
Emma also served as a board member of the Self Storage Association Asia (SSAA) from 2015 to 2017.
Manuel Mauritz
Cheif Executive Office, China
StorHub Self Storage Group
Manuel Mauritz is the Chief Executive Officer, China, for StorHub, a leading self storage company that invests in and develops properties across Singapore, Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia, Korea, Japan, Australia, and Thailand. With over 12 years of experience in self storage, real estate investment, and advisory services in China, Manuel previously founded MiniCC in 2012, the country’s first institutional self storage company, growing it into a leading operator. He also co-founded Maxxelli Real Estate, a prominent real estate consulting firm in China. Manuel continues to leverage his extensive expertise to tap into the burgeoning potential of the region’s self storage markets.
Li Xiaoang
Self Storage Hub Branch Secretary-General of The China Association of Warehousing and Distribution
Li Xiaoang is the Self Storage Hub Branch Secretary-General of The China Association of Warehousing and Distribution. With extensive experience in standardisation, statistics, and research in the self storage industry, he has organised the development of group standards such as the "Self Storage Operation Management Standards" and the "Self Storage Operation Basic Requirements in Beijing."
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