Aaron Cook
Director Of Acquisitions
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Passionately leading U-Haul's self-storage growth strategy across the US and Canada.
With a focus on expanding our self-storage footprint, I specialize in identifying and acquiring strategic properties, forming valuable partnerships, and ensuring our customers have access to top-notch storage solutions. My expertise in market analysis, negotiation, and team leadership drives our success in the ever-evolving world of real estate.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Acquisitions
U-Haul International
04.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the acquisition of self-storage facilities across the U.S. and Canada, ensuring strategic growth and market expansion.
- Successfully closed 47 high-value transactions, totaling approximately $300 million.
- Acquired approximately 2 million square feet of property across 300 acres within a two-year period.
- Cultivated and maintained strategic relationships with brokers, significantly enhancing access to lucrative acquisition opportunities.
- Efficiently managed up to 25 escrows simultaneously, ensuring smooth and timely transaction completions.
- Negotiate and draft letters of intent and purchase & sale agreements.
- Travel nationwide 10-20% of the time, touring potential sites and attending industry conferences.
- Collaborate with employees across the US & Canada effectively expanding our footprint to 2,000 plus locations.
- Order all third party reports (ALTA survey, Phase I & II, Geotech) for the due diligence process.
Real Estate Representative
U-Haul International
04.2022 - 04.2023
Advisor
LevRose Commercial Real Estate
5 2020 - 04.2022
- Advise Landlords/Sellers and Tenants/Buyers throughout the transaction process.
- Negotiate letters of intent and lease agreements.
- Extensive research & analysis on commercial properties, owners, tenants and overall market.
- Provide pricing and market analysis to Landlords.
- Simultaneously manage numerous deals from negotiation to execution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Urban And Regional Development
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 05.2001 -
Skills
Communication
Websites
Timeline
Director of Acquisitions
U-Haul International
04.2023 - Current
Real Estate Representative
U-Haul International
04.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Urban And Regional Development
University of Arizona
05.2001 -
Advisor
LevRose Commercial Real Estate
5 2020 - 04.2022