Michael Baillargeon
Downingtown,PA
Summary
I lead with integrity, think strategically, and execute with operational rigor. With over two decades of experience in the self-storage and real estate sectors, I've built high-performing teams, scaled operations, and delivered measurable results. From driving Hearthfire Holdings' growth to over $200M AUM to helping Store Space achieve best-in-class revenue performance, I bring a disciplined yet people-first approach to leadership. My focus remains clear: build organizations that win with character and precision.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Hearthfire Storage Partners
Berwyn, United States
02.2025 - Current
- Drive client acquisition by leading all facets of business development, marketing, and advisory services.
- Design and execute strategies that convert leads into long-term consulting clients.
- Navigate the full sales lifecycle with a focus on relationships, results, and reputation.
Chief Operating Officer
Hearthfire Holdings
Berwyn, United States
12.2022 - Current
- Lead asset management, construction, HR, and consulting teams with clarity and accountability.
- Designed and implemented growth strategies that lifted revenue by 20% and expanded our market footprint.
- Improved operational workflows, cutting inefficiencies while maintaining top-tier performance standards.
Senior Vice President of Operations
Store Space Self Storage
Winter Garden, United States
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Directed a cross-functional team across 100 stores in 15+ states, overseeing Operations, L&D, Revenue, Facilities, and Customer Experience.
- Delivered a 15% boost in operational efficiency through strategic cost management and process redesign.
- Executed high-impact store transitions, ensuring revenue continuity and elevated customer satisfaction.
Senior Manager, Third Party Management
Extra Space Storage
Salt Lake City, United States
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Built and negotiated third-party management contracts that expanded company reach and revenue.
- Forecasted five-year property performance, guiding investment and operational decisions.
- Managed multi-million-dollar capital projects across a 400-property portfolio.
District Manager
Extra Space Storage
Winston-Salem, United States
11.2009 - 12.2016
- Owned full P&L accountability for a portfolio across major Southeastern markets.
- Recruited and mentored emerging leaders, many of whom rose into senior roles.
- Drove performance by leading with expectations, discipline, and support.
District Manager
Public Storage
Orlando, United States
05.2001 - 03.2009
- Led a $75M portfolio and 20+ employees with a focus on accountability and service excellence.
- Elevated performance through rigorous audits, continuous improvement, and values-driven leadership.
- Controlled expenses and optimized capital investments while meeting aggressive performance goals.
Education
MBA - Business Administration and Management
Sam Houston State University
Online05-2030
BA - Political Science
College of the Holy Cross
Worcester, MA01.1997
Skills
- Servant Leadership
- Operational Excellence
- Strategic Growth
- Asset Management
- Real Estate Identification, Acquisition and Development
- Cross-functional Team Building
- Revenue Optimization
- Financial analysis
- Strategic planning
- Client relationship management
- Market research
- Operational efficiency
- Team leadership
- Financial management
- Integrity and ethics
- Budget management
- Crisis management
- Business administration
- Contract negotiation
- Leadership team building
- Operations management
- Process improvement
- Tactical implementation
- Strategic visioning
- Organizational leadership
- Revenue growth
- Staff management
- Company representation
- Talent recruitment
- Staff training
- Change management
- Team motivation
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Limited Working Proficiency
Calendly
calendly.com/mike-hfireholdings
Timeline
President
Hearthfire Storage Partners
02.2025 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
Hearthfire Holdings
12.2022 - Current
Senior Vice President of Operations
Store Space Self Storage
02.2020 - 12.2022
Senior Manager, Third Party Management
Extra Space Storage
01.2017 - 02.2020
District Manager
Extra Space Storage
11.2009 - 12.2016
District Manager
Public Storage
05.2001 - 03.2009
MBA - Business Administration and Management
Sam Houston State University
BA - Political Science
College of the Holy Cross