Where self storage
software goes next
Join us in Dublin ahead of FEDESSA 2025 for the Stora Summit—a look at the future of online self storage.
We’ll share where Stora is going, how the industry is shifting, and what modern operators need to stay ahead.
You’ll also hear from Stripe’s Jamie Heaslip—former Ireland rugby captain turned growth lead—on what operators can learn from high-performance teams and smarter infrastructure.
Who's speaking?
Gavin Shields
Co-founder & CEO, Stora
Gavin Shields is the founder of Stora, the self storage software that automates admin so operators can focus on growth. It handles everything you need to run and grow a future-proofed storage business — from bookings and payments to access control and smart revenue management. Gavin also runs his own unstaffed, remotely managed site.
Jamie Heaslip
Growth Lead, Stripe & Former Ireland Rugby Captain
Jamie Heaslip is Strategic Growth Lead for Stripe in Ireland and the UK, helping companies scale and innovate. A former Ireland rugby captain, Jamie is also an active investor and mentor in the start-up space, and holds an MBA and a degree in Medical Engineering.
What's on the Agenda
11:00 - 11:30
Welcome & coffee
Grab a coffee, help yourself to something sweet, and settle in for a morning built around big ideas, new product reveals, and honest conversations about what’s next in self storage.
11:30 - 12:00
Where self storage software goes next
Gavin Shields shares his vision for where the industry is heading and the role Stora will play in shaping it. From how people buy storage to how operators run their businesses, this session explores what the future looks like, and how to stay ahead of it.
12:00 - 12:30
In conversation: high-performance teams and growth at Stripe
Jamie Heaslip shares his journey from captaining Ireland to leading growth at Stripe. In conversation with Gavin Shields, he’ll explore what operators can learn from high-performance teams, recurring revenue models, and the shift to digital.
12:30 - 13:30
Lunch & refreshments
After the keynote, join us for a buffet lunch and an open bar before the FEDESSA facility tour kicks off. A chance to keep the conversations going, meet the team, and chat through what you’ve just seen.
Ready to see what’s next?
Join us in Dublin to hear how the future of self storage is being shaped — and what it means for your business.
Who are Stora?
Stora is the operating system for modern self storage.
Founded by operator Gavin Shields, it’s now trusted by over 700 facilities across Europe to run their businesses more efficiently and more profitably.
Stora automates admin so you can focus on growing your business. From bookings and payments to pricing and performance tracking, it replaces manual processes with one powerful platform that works from anywhere.
For operators who want to scale without adding overhead, Stora provides the tools to compete with the biggest brands in the industry, without the complexity.
Founded
in 2021
400+
Customers
Processing
£5m every month
Kick off the conference in style.
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