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Cris Burnam

Observer · DISC type ci
Chief Executive Officer at StorageMart
📍 Columbia, Missouri, United States

Cris Burnam is the CEO of StorageMart, the worlds largest privately-owned self-storage company, a family business where he has worked since 1987. A graduate of the University of Missouri, he has overseen transactions totaling over $8 billion, significantly expanding the companys presence across the US, Canada, and the UK.

Outside of work, Cris is deeply committed to philanthropy through StorageMarts "Store It Forward" program, which supports numerous local charities. He has fostered partnerships with organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters and various university athletic departments, including his alma mater, to give back to the communities StorageMart serves.

He led the acquisition of Manhattan Mini Storage, which holds the record for the largest transaction in the self-storage industrys history.

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Experience
9 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Columbia, Missouri, United States
Personality Overview

How Cris shows up

Assertive
Value Driven
Example Seeker

They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince. They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.

Priorities

Topics Cris cares about

Strategic Acquisitions
He has overseen more than $8 billion in transactions, including the record-breaking acquisition of Manhattan Mini Storage, growing StorageMart into an international leader.
Industry Evolution
He frequently discusses the institutionalization of the self-storage sector, emphasizing the growing importance of technology and investment to stay competitive.
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Career

Work history

2-2021
Chief Executive Officer
StorageMart
11-1994 - 3-1999
Chief Operating Officer
Storage Trust (NYSE:SEA)
In the press

Media appearances

Family-Owned Self-Storage Operator StorageMart Welcomes New Generation of Leadership. Featured in Inside Self Storage
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StorageMart Customer Service: Cris Burnam's Customer Culture. Featured in StorageMart Blog
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Education
1981 - 1985
BS
University of Missouri
1984 - 1984
Education details unavailable
Sophia University Tokyo, Japan
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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