activities · 20
what they do
direct service · 11
- Information Dissemination Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionDistributes information on association activities, industry trends, and articles on legal, management, and operational issues through its eNewsletter, website, and a print copy of MSM magazine.
- Information Dissemination Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionDistributes information on association activities, industry trends, legal, management, and operational issues through its eNewsletter, website, and a digital newsletter. It also provides members with a print copy of MSM magazine.
- Member education and networking events Industry Conference & Networking EventsOrganizes year-round educational and networking events across Arizona, including workshops, town halls, facility tours, breakfast meetings, happy hours, holiday parties, and an annual conference featuring educational sessions, trade shows, and market updates.
- Networking and Educational Events Industry Conference & Networking EventsOrganizes year-round, statewide educational events, workshops, town halls, and networking opportunities, including an annual conference, to foster learning, connection, and collaboration among members in the self-storage industry.
- Networking and Educational EventsOrganizes and hosts a variety of events, including workshops, town halls, breakfast meetings, facility tours, happy hours, and an annual conference, to foster learning, connection, and collaboration among members, providing educational presentations and networking opportunities.
- Online Database and DirectoriesMaintains one of Arizona's largest online self-storage databases to connect potential renters with member facilities and helps members find services. It also provides member directories to locate self-storage facilities and vendors in Arizona.
- Online Self-Storage Database and DirectoriesMaintains one of Arizona's largest online self-storage databases and provides member directories to connect potential renters with member facilities and help members find services and vendors.
- Online and print information dissemination Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionDistributes a digital newsletter and eNewsletter several times a year, maintains a website with industry trends and legal updates, and provides members with a print copy of MSM magazine to keep them informed about association activities, events, and operational best practices.
- Online member and renter database servicesMaintains one of Arizona’s largest online self-storage databases to connect potential renters with member facilities and provides member directories to help locate self-storage facilities and vendors, supporting both public access and member business development.
- Provision of Leases and Addendums Legal Form & Compliance Resource ProvisionProvides blank and personalized Arizona Self-Storage Association (AZSA) leases in various pack sizes, as well as blank and personalized vehicle/boat lease addendums, which require a purchased AZSA Lease to be valid.
- Provision of standardized legal and operational forms Legal Form & Compliance Resource ProvisionProvides members with standardized and personalized lease agreements, vehicle/boat lease addendums, auction documents, incident reports, and other operational forms in various pack sizes to support compliance and daily operations in accordance with Arizona law.
advocacy · 2
- Advocacy for the Self-Storage Industry Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyRepresents the interests of its members on legislative issues impacting Arizona's self-storage industry.
- Legislative advocacyRepresents members’ interests on legislative and regulatory issues affecting Arizona’s self-storage industry, advocating for policies that support the sector’s operational and legal environment.
capacity building · 7
- Legal and Operational Resource Provision Legal Form & Compliance Resource ProvisionProvides members with ongoing legal advice, updated lease agreements, and access to outside legal counsel. It also offers a members-only online library of operational and legal resources, including training materials and best practices, specifically tailored to Arizona law.
- Legal and operational resource development Legal Form & Compliance Resource ProvisionDevelops and maintains Arizona-specific legal and operational resources, including the AZSA Training & Procedures Manual, the AZSA Sale & Foreclosure Manual, and a members-only online library of regularly updated guidance on legal, management, and operational issues.
- Legal support and advisory services Legal Form & Compliance Resource ProvisionProvides ongoing legal advice, responsive guidance on complex issues, access to outside legal counsel, and updated lease agreements to members as Arizona laws change, ensuring compliance and operational readiness.
- Member Support and Guidance Member Support and Guidance ServicesOffers responsive support and guidance to members on various topics, including complex issues requiring additional research.
- Member Support and Guidance Member Support and Guidance ServicesOffers responsive support and guidance to members on various topics, including complex issues requiring additional research, ensuring they have the information needed for effective operations.
- Provision of Legal and Operational Resources Legal Form & Compliance Resource ProvisionProvides members with ongoing legal advice, updated lease agreements, and access to industry legal counsel. It also develops and provides standardized forms, manuals (such as the AZSA Training & Procedures Manual and Sale & Foreclosure Manual), and an online library of operational and legal resources specifically tailored to Arizona law.
- Provision of Standardized Forms and Leases Legal Form & Compliance Resource ProvisionDevelops and provides members with standardized, Arizona-law-compliant forms, including blank and personalized self-storage leases and vehicle/boat lease addendums, as well as auction documents and incident reports, to assist with daily operations.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Antitrust Compliance and Ethical Conduct Enforcement antitrust complianceEnsures adherence to federal and state antitrust laws by implementing strict meeting guidelines, avoiding discussions on pricing or market allocation, and providing staff and legal oversight to prevent anti-competitive behavior.
- Antitrust Compliance and Ethical Governance antitrust complianceTo ensure legal integrity and fair competition, the organization enforces strict antitrust compliance through policy statements, meeting guidelines, and program design, avoiding discussions on pricing, market allocation, or other anti-competitive topics.
- Antitrust Compliance and Ethical Meeting Standards antitrust complianceTo ensure legal and fair industry practices, the organization enforces strict antitrust compliance in all meetings and programs, avoiding discussions on pricing, market allocation, or competition-restraining topics, with guidance from staff and counsel.
- Industry Advocacy and Legislative Representation legislative advocacyThe organization strengthens the self-storage industry by advocating for members' interests in legislative processes and presenting a unified voice on state-level policy issues affecting the industry.
- Industry Advocacy and Legislative Representation legislative advocacyThe organization strengthens the self-storage industry in Arizona by advocating for members' interests through a unified voice on legislative and regulatory issues, ensuring representation in policy discussions that impact the sector.
- Industry Advocacy and Legislative Representation legislative advocacyThe organization strengthens the self-storage industry in Arizona by representing members' interests through a unified voice on legislative and regulatory issues, ensuring their concerns are addressed in policy discussions.
- Member Support and Operational Guidance member_support_and_guidanceProvides personalized, responsive assistance and up-to-date legal resources—such as compliant lease agreements—to support members in navigating operational, legal, and regulatory challenges.
- Member Support through Legal and Operational Guidance legal_compliance_supportThe organization provides members with up-to-date legal resources, such as compliant lease agreements, and offers personalized support on operational and complex industry-specific issues to promote compliance and effective management.
- Member Support through Legal and Operational Guidance legal_compliance_supportProvides members with responsive, personalized support on operational and legal matters, including access to up-to-date lease agreements and compliance resources to meet evolving state regulations.
- Membership Development and Industry Entry Pathway membership_pathwayThe organization supports industry growth by offering a transitional membership pathway for new entrants, enabling them to prepare for full participation upon opening their self-storage facilities.
- Membership Development and Industry Entry Pathways membership_pathwaySupports industry growth by offering a structured onboarding pathway for new professionals, enabling transitional membership that converts to full status once operational.
- Professional Event Management and Partner Engagement exhibitor/sponsor protectionThe organization fosters industry collaboration by offering structured sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, protecting partner investments through rules against unauthorized solicitation and enforcing codes of conduct for respectful, professional events.
- Professional Event Management and Partner Engagement industry_partnership_engagementStrengthens industry engagement by offering structured sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities while protecting partner investments through rules against unauthorized solicitation and enforcement of professional conduct standards.
- Professional Event Management and Partner Engagement exhibitor/sponsor protectionStrengthens industry engagement by offering sponsorship and exhibition opportunities while protecting partner investments through rules against unauthorized solicitation and enforcing codes of conduct to maintain professionalism at events.
named programs · 10
what they call their work
AZSA Sale & Foreclosure Manual
A manual developed by AZSA for use in Arizona self-storage facilities, based on Arizona law.
AZSA Training & Procedures Manual
A manual developed by AZSA for use in Arizona self-storage facilities, based on Arizona law.
Arizona Self Storage Conference
An annual conference offering educational seminars, exhibits, networking opportunities, industry reviews, and market updates.
Digital Newsletter
Provides news and information on upcoming educational and networking events to members.
Educational Events
Year-round statewide events providing networking and educational presentations on topics impacting self-storage operations in Arizona.
Legal / Legislative Resources
Provides members with access to a legal consultant for guidance on Arizona self-storage laws and represents members' interests on legislative issues.
Member Directories
Online directories to help members locate self-storage facilities and vendors, and to link potential renters with member facilities.
Modern Storage Messenger
Members receive a print copy of MSM magazine.
Networking Events
Informal gatherings in Phoenix and Tucson for members to share information, including moderated discussions, site tours, and happy hours.
Operational Forms
Provides member-only forms including a standardized lease, auction documents, and incident reports.
relationships · 5
who they work with
- CRR Hospitality Partner — Member organization of the Arizona Self-Storage Association.
- National Self-Storage Association (SSA) Network — Provides affiliate membership in the SSA to its members, which includes a subscription to Globe Magazine and a $50 discount coupon towards SSA publications, conferences, and educational events.
- Red Roof Secured Storage Partner — Member organization of the Arizona Self-Storage Association.
- Sedona Classic Mini Storage Partner — Member organization of the Arizona Self-Storage Association.
- Sedona Storage Units Partner — Member organization of the Arizona Self-Storage Association.