About WareSpaceBuilt by small business people, for small business people.
WareSpace started with a simple idea: small businesses deserve a real warehouse that works for them, not a storage unit that's too small or a lease that's too big. Here's the story, from our founders.
- Shared loading docks
- HVAC climate control
- One flat bill, no NNN
- 1,000+
- Businesses served
- 20+
- Locations nationwide
- 14
- States and growing
- $1,000/mo
- All-inclusive, to start
200-2,000 sq ft units · docks + HVAC standard · No personal guarantee
A warehouse that works for you, not against you.
Years ago, the two of us were working at a commercial real estate company, and we kept fielding the same call: do you have a small warehouse for my business? The honest answer was no. Nobody was building for businesses that size.
But we realized we could. Instead of handing an entire warehouse to one large tenant, what if we divided it into many smaller units and helped small businesses find a space sized exactly to their needs?
We opened our first WareSpace in Washington, D.C. and filled all 40 units almost immediately. So we did it again. And again. Today there are WareSpace locations across the country, and they keep filling up.
Along the way we threw out the parts of commercial real estate that punish small businesses. No long-term contracts, no personal guarantees, no terms written for companies ten times your size. Just your own private unit with Wi-Fi, loading docks, equipment, racking, and on-site support already handled, so you can focus on the business you're actually trying to grow.
Joseph & Levi
Joseph Ely, COO & Levi Cohen, CEO
From the founders
Joseph and Levi opened the first WareSpace in Washington, D.C. and filled all 40 units almost overnight.
The missing middle, and why WareSpace exists.
Small businesses were stuck choosing between a storage unit and a warehouse built for someone ten times their size. We built the right-sized option in between.
Self-storage / garage
- Cheap and easy to start
- No loading docks
- No HVAC or real power
- Can't run an operation there
WareSpace
- 200-2,000 sq ft, size up anytime
- Shared loading docks + HVAC
- One flat bill, no NNN or hidden fees
- 6-12 month terms, no personal guarantee
Traditional warehouse lease
- Plenty of space and docks
- 5,000+ sq ft minimums
- Triple-net (NNN) + surprise costs
- 3-year terms + personal guarantee
Your General Manager is the difference.
When we analyzed every review our tenants left us, the General Managers running their buildings were mentioned more than any feature, more than the loading docks, the climate control, or the pricing. They handle your shipments, solve problems before you notice them, and know your business by name.
Amber FrazierGeneral Manager
April AlcortaGeneral Manager
Cashana PayneGeneral Manager
Colby MorleyGeneral Manager
Dana ParrishGeneral Manager
Georgiana BodeaGeneral Manager
Jamie SperosGeneral Manager
Jessica VazquezGeneral Manager
Josh BarronGeneral Manager
Josh MinnixGeneral Manager
Kishanda CantyGeneral Manager
Krista WilliamsGeneral Manager
Meghan CallerosGeneral Manager
Michael JohnsonGeneral Manager
Michael ThomaGeneral Manager
Shaelyn NearyGeneral Manager
Stephen ShinnGeneral Manager
Vohn WrightGeneral ManagerAnd the on-site facilities team keeping every building running.
Daniel BeattyFacilities Manager
Fernando DeLeonFacilities Manager
Tyreek PowellFacilities Manager“The general manager, Michael Thoma, is great and very responsive to our needs. The facility is very clean and well taken care of, and they work hard to create a nice and friendly work community.”
“Everyone we talk to at the building always makes the point that the manager, Meghan, is great and really helpful. We agree!”
“Krista is always responsive, friendly, and goes above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality rental space with top-notch management!”
“Amber, the manager, has made my transition from a prior office space so easy! She's great, super helpful, and the community here is great. Everyone here is very nice!”
“Georgiana was very helpful for the entire process of renting and was always available to answer any questions we had.”
“The General Manager, Chris, and his team are super friendly and always available on-site to assist with any issues. The building has its own small community feel.”
And a whole company making it run.
Behind every General Manager is a team of leasing, construction, operations, and support people working to make your warehouse one less thing to worry about.
Founders
Joseph ElyFounder & COO
Levi CohenFounder & CEO
Samantha RubensteinFounder & Chief Business Development OfficerOperations
Chad WaskeyRegional Director of Operations, East
Lauren VallesRegional Director of Operations, Central
Tammy WatkinsRegional Director of Operations, West
Samantha SchlosserDirector of Portfolio Operations
Christina WilliamsCorporate Ops ManagerSales & Leasing
Sydney VanKammenDirector of Training
Matthew CrewsStart-up Leasing Partner
Kristina MurphyLeasing Manager
Cody MillerTraveling Leasing Manager
Kathleen ErvinTraveling Leasing Manager
Mary ManleySenior Sales Development Rep
Chaz VasquezSales Development Representative
Kasie McNicholSales Development Representative
Theo StrukeljSales Development RepresentativeAcquisitions
Jack DiNardoVP of Acquisitions
Jeff JenkinsVP of Acquisitions
T.J. CameronVP of Acquisitions
Austin RielAcquisitions AnalystConstruction
Jason ThorburgVice President of Construction
Behzad MoghaddamSenior Director of Construction
JR GleasonDirector of ConstructionFinance & Accounting
Jeff GieseChief Financial Officer
Chelsea KarleController
Abigael KigameSenior Accountant
Andrew ReynoldsSenior Accountant
Charlotte MorrellStaff AccountantMarketing & RevOps
Eric GolmanChief Marketing Officer
Larenai SwannDesign and Marketing Coordinator
Hagen FulfordHead of RevOpsPeople & Culture
Victoria GrayDirector of HR
Anna HartmanHR Generalist
Danielle SigamoniDirector of Community EngagementJoin our team
We're growing fast and always looking for people who care about small businesses as much as we do.
What WareSpace tenants say
Hundreds of small businesses run their operations out of WareSpace. Here's what a few of them say on Google.
“WareSpace has been an absolute game changer for my business. I needed a small, affordable, secure warehouse with a full loading dock, shipping pickup, a conference room, and a community. WareSpace checked all those boxes and more.”
“We went from having 4 storage units to a small warehouse space that worked for us. Plenty of carts and pallet jacks for everyday use, and 24/7 access to the unit is a huge benefit.”
“Awesome place with awesome management! Free WiFi, A/C, dollies, pallet jacks, etc. Way more bang for the buck!”
“A nice, clean facility with great perks and amenities, kitchen/coffee station, loading docks, shipping area, and tons of parking. The General Manager and his team are super friendly and always on-site.”
“We appreciate the loading docks for loading up for daily jobs. There are units of various sizes that make it attainable to have a warehouse at a reasonable price. The community space is always pristinely clean.”
“I've had other storage units in the past, but nothing has compared to WareSpace. I get to pack and ship orders the same day, surrounded by other business owners I can network with.”
Come see what we built.
Tour a fully-equipped small warehouse, docks, HVAC, racking, and all, and picture your business in it.
20+ locations across 14 states · from $1,000/mo, all-inclusive