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Archive by author: Adam MikkelsonReturn

Mr. Mikkelson serves as President of Liberty Investment Properties, Inc., joining in 2005. He received a degree in economics from Rollins College and has since gained a comprehensive understanding of commercial real estate, investments, development and property management in the Self Storage and Hospitality industries. Starting out as a part time employee at Shurgard Storage during college and now in his current role, Adam has acquired a wealth of experience. He played a significant role in the development of Liberty’s storage brand, My Neighborhood Storage Centers, and oversees the operation of all the locations. In 2006, Liberty extended its expertise into hospitality becoming the largest franchisee of a new brand of affordable extended stay hotels. Adam was responsible for the site acquisition and operations of 10 of the 25 Value Place hotels that Liberty operated across 9 states. In 2013 Liberty disposed of its hospitality assets after a successful recapitalization of the portfolio through the recession. He played a primary role in the disposition of 7 of Liberty’s storage assets in 2016. Currently, Adam is leading the growth for Liberty in both Self Storage and Hospitality developments throughout the Southeast. Mr. Mikkelson is an active member of the Self-Storage Association, SSA – LOC, a Board member of the Florida Self Storage Association and is pursuing his CCIM designation. Adam lives in Orlando, FL with his wife and three children.

Competition Validates Your Product

Adam Mikkelson posted on 12/19/2016 4:43:00 PM

Growing up, I always had an innate draw towards competition. I learned to channel that energy playing multiple sports throughout the years. The things that I learned about myself was foundational to crafting my responses and outlook to both winning, losing and life.

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