
Managing Director, Wigwam Storage
Simon Fothergill has more than 20 years of experience in the UK self storage industry and is Managing Director of Wigwam Storage.
He writes practical, easy-to-follow advice to help customers make the most of self storage, whether they are moving house, decluttering, renovating, storing business stock or simply needing extra space.
With a long background in self storage operations and customer service, Simon shares useful self storage tips, packing advice and storage solutions designed to make storage simple, flexible and stress-free.
Areas of Expertise
- Self Storage Operations
- Maximising Profitability
- Strategic Planning & Forecasting
- Operations Management
- Customer Service
- Sales Training & Business Development
Experience
- Managing DirectorWigwam Storage2023 – PresentDeveloping and operating remotely managed self storage facilities.
- Self Storage ConsultantSelf-Employed2022 – PresentHelping self storage owners expand their property portfolio, increase efficiency, improve daily operations and maximise profit.
- Managing DirectorCityStore Self Storage2018 – 2022Maximised profitability across a small portfolio of self storage sites, overseeing strategic planning, training, sales and marketing.
- Regional ManagerStorage King UK2010 – 2018Helped grow the group to 15 owned stores and 2 managed properties following Storage King’s acquisition of 6 self storage properties.
Education
- HND, Business & Marketing — Guildford College
- ILEX Diploma (Level 3), Paralegal Training — Guildford College
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Recent Articles by Simon
Home Storage
The Marlow Commuters Guide To Self Storage Where When How Much
Catching the 7:12 from Marlow — is any storage even open when you are? Wigwam Marlow…
Moving Storage
Storing Furniture In Self Storage While You Sort A Divorce Settlement
Whose is the sofa — and where does it go while you work that out? Nobody…
Moving Storage
For Estate Agents And Solicitors When To Recommend Self Storage To A Client In Transition
When a client’s chain collapses on a Thursday, what name do you give them? The phone…
Personal storage
10 Smart Ways to Organise Your Storage Unit
Learn 10 smart ways to organise your storage unit efficiently. Maximise space, protect fragile items, and…
Personal storage
Storage Unit Guide for A 2-Bedroom House: What Size Do You Need?
If you’re planning a move, renovating or just need extra space, a 100 sq ft storage unit is usually enough for most…
Uncategorized
5 Tips for Renovating Your Period Property in Tewkesbury
Tewkesbury is one of England’s best-preserved medieval towns. Walk along Church Street or The High Street…
Uncategorized
Shakeup Cosmetics Scales Smarter with Wigwam Storage in Bath
Shakeup Cosmetics is a men’s skincare brand founded in 2019 by twin brothers Jake and Shane.…
Business
E-Commerce Fulfilment and Stock Storage for Online Retailers
Managing stock and order fulfilment is a balancing act for retailers. As order volumes grow, businesses need secure, flexible and…
Business
Small Business Inventory Storage Ideas
Managing inventory efficiently is one of the biggest challenges for small businesses. Whether you run an…
