Doug Van Soest
About Doug Van Soest
Doug Van Soest is the owner of Storology Storage and an experienced real estate entrepreneur. His background includes residential investing, property management, and the development of self storage and commercial assets. Doug is committed to creating storage facilities that are secure, clean, and easy to use for every customer.
Doug grew up in Carlsbad, New Mexico, and has a strong connection to the communities that Storology serves. Over the years he has built a reputation for integrity, transparency, and creating simple solutions for people who need extra space. His experience in property acquisitions and long term operations has shaped the core values of Storology Storage.
Doug’s Approach to Storage
Doug believes that storage should be straightforward and stress free. This means offering:
- Secure gated facilities
- Drive up access
- Reliable lighting and camera systems
- Online rentals and payments
- Clear communication with every customer
These values guide Storology Storage as the company continues to expand in different markets.
Experience and Background
Before founding Storology Storage, Doug spent many years in residential real estate, including single family rentals and value add projects. His work has been featured in industry interviews and real estate publications. Doug understands what customers expect from a well managed property and applies that knowledge directly to Storology operations.
Commitment to Community
Doug is passionate about supporting local residents, students, and small businesses by offering storage solutions that are affordable and accessible. He believes storage should support people during important life moments, such as moving, downsizing, growing a business, or attending college.
Storology Storage reflects this mission by maintaining clean facilities, flexible access hours, and dependable customer service at every location.
Certifications
Doug Van Soest has completed multiple professional development programs and industry trainings that support his real estate and self storage expertise. His certifications include:
- Real Estate Investment Analysis and Acquisition Training
- Professional Property Management Coursework
- Continuing Education in Real Estate Valuation, Market Analysis, and Due Diligence
- Self Storage Operations and Security Best Practices Education
- Small Business Management and Leadership Development Programs
These certifications support Doug’s ability to oversee safe, clean, and well managed storage facilities while maintaining consistent service across all Storology locations.
Professional Accomplishments
Doug has built a long career in real estate, investment properties, and operational management. His accomplishments include:
- Founder and owner of Storology Storage
- Successful acquisition and management of multi location self storage facilities
- Oversight of residential and commercial real estate portfolios
- Featured contributor in real estate and investment industry interviews
- Recognized for building simple and customer focused storage systems
- Long record of profitable property acquisitions using data driven research
- Development of storage facilities that meet modern standards for security and convenience
These accomplishments reflect Doug’s dedication to responsible growth and reliable customer service.
Industry Mentions and Media Features
Doug’s work has been noted in several real estate and business platforms. His insights have been included in interviews and expert discussions covering acquisitions, operational systems, and investment strategy. Highlights include:
- Featured expert profile on Featured.com
- Interviewed by CREXi regarding deal sourcing and market intelligence
- Referenced in real estate investment podcasts focused on property selection and operational efficiency
- Recognized within the self storage community for applying modern technology and customer service principles to traditional storage facilities
These features reflect Doug’s reputation as a knowledgeable and trustworthy operator in the real estate and storage industries.
