Monty Spencer

Cowles M. “Monty” Spencer, Jr. serves as The Storage Acquisition Group’s President & CEO. Monty is an accomplished real estate executive with over 20 years of commercial real estate experience. He has won numerous CoStar® Power Broker of the Year and Commercial Real Estate Council Awards, as well as winning the Deal of the Year Award & Broker of the Year Awards for three consecutive years. Distinguished throughout the industry for developing dozens of high-profile retail projects, Monty has brought his unique blend of expertise and ambition to spearheading The Storage Acquisition Group. He received his BA from the University of Mississippi in Business Administration & Marketing.

Jonathan Cutler

Jonathan joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2016. As the owner of Cutler Enterprises, Inc. and the former Director of Acquisition, Purchasing and Estimating for KB Home, Jonathan brings over 20 years of commercial real estate, development and land use experience to the group. His in-depth knowledge of acquisitions, corporate structure and organizational behavior contribute greatly to the superior experience we provide our clients.

Anna Beumer

Anna joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2016 and currently serves as the Chief Resource Officer. In this role, she oversees the management of the organization’s resources and processes, ensuring the consistent delivery of exceptional service. With a background in banking, accounting and third-party management, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Anna holds a B.A. in economics from the University of California, Los Angeles.

Mary Jo Braeutigam

Mary Jo has served as the CFO for Mid Atlantic Real Estate since 2010 & brings her skills and expertise to The Storage Acquisition Group as their CFO. She is responsible for overseeing the financing of all acquisitions nationwide.

Tanesha Scott

Tanesha Scott, a graduate of Old Dominion University, brings a dynamic and multifaceted background to the real estate industry. Fluent in German and armed with a wealth of experience, Tanesha has built a reputation as a knowledgeable and dedicated professional.

Her real estate journey began with managing Class A co-working business centers and office spaces across the Hampton Roads region, where she honed her skills in operations, client relations, and property management. Since becoming a licensed real estate agent in Virginia in 2016, Tanesha has continued to elevate her expertise, earning her broker’s license in 2021.
Currently, Tanesha serves as the Managing Broker of the Residential Division at Mid Atlantic Real Estate, while also holding dual roles as an Associate Broker with Mid Atlantic Commercial and an Advisor with The Storage Acquisition Group. Beyond her brokerage and management responsibilities, Tanesha is a tech-savvy marketing strategist, leading branding and marketing initiatives for Mid Atlantic’s Residential, Commercial, and Self-Storage divisions.

Tanesha’s commitment to her clients is unwavering. She takes pride in going above and beyond to ensure their goals are met with professionalism and care. Passionate about every aspect of real estate, Tanesha blends her diverse expertise, innovative approach, and dedication to deliver exceptional results for her clients.

Fred Paris

Fred joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2014 and specializes in finding facilities for acquisition in the Mid Atlantic and South. Prior to this, he represented a Walgreens Developer and The Staubach Company in site location work, as well as listed and sold commercial property during his previous 14 years in commercial real estate. Fred also worked in Economic Development at the local, regional, and state-level in Virginia and New York. Locating such companies as Symantec Corporation, Nextel Communications, and John Deere Vehicle Group. He received his Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration & BS in Business Economics from the State University of New York.

Bill Sitar, Jr. Esq.

William “Bill” Sitar Jr., Esq., joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2016. As the Vice President of Sitar Realty Company & TSAG, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the group. Bill’s diverse background in real estate brokerage, legal services, development and the financial sector enables him to provide comprehensive solutions during the acquisition process. In addition to being a licensed New Jersey real estate salesperson, Bill has a law license in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania. In 2008, he was recognized as an “All-Star Commercial Real Estate Broker” by Real Estate New Jersey. Bill holds a BA from Boston College, an MBA from St. Peter’s College, a JD from Seton Hall University

David Spencer

Dave joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2016. In his role as Vice President, Dave develops and assists with acquisition opportunities across the South and into the Mid Atlantic. Dave’s comprehensive background in real estate development, telecommunications, technology, and environmental regulation enables him to navigate complex deals and keep projects moving in a positive direction for all parties. He received a BS in Criminal Justice from Appalachian State University and a Master’s in Marine Science from William & Mary.

Andrew Burachinsky, MBA

Based out of New Jersey, Andrew became a member of The Storage Acquisition Group in 2018. Prior to his career in commercial real estate, Andrew spent the majority of his career working as an accountant for a private equity fund manager focused on institutional-quality real estate investments in Latin America. He utilizes his knowledge and experience in Finance & Accounting to provide an edge in the constantly changing self-storage industry. Andrew received his BS in Finance from Rutgers University and his MBA with a concentration in Management from Centenary College.

David Clarke

David Clarke, Vice  President, Development

David Clarke has 30+ years’ experience in corporate real estate and development.  He is a former Development Director for a Charlotte-based firm where he participated in the development of multiple grocery-anchored retail shopping centers in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. Prior to that, he was Senior Director of Real Estate for both Eckerd and Rite Aid Corporations.  Previous executive real estate positions included stints with Home Quarters Warehouse, Farm Fresh and Safeway.  David is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University School of Business and lives in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

John Cranley

John joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2017. In addition to his role there, he is a Sales Associate for the Sitar Company, a full-service commercial real estate firm based in New Jersey. John focuses on acquisition opportunities in NJ and the Northeast. John uses his experience in commercial transactions to meet the needs of self-storage facility owners looking to sell. Additionally, John has 25+ years working in finance, primarily in the Institutional equity trading department of Morgan Stanley, holding Series 7, 24, 55, 63 & 65 licenses. He received his BA in American Studies from Middlebury College.

Scott Eckert, MBA

Scott joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2017 to source acquisition opportunities throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Scott’s background is in real estate appraisal and valuation assignments of multifamily property throughout Virginia. Scott received his BS in Criminal Justice & Safety Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University and later earned his MBA from the College of William and Mary’s Mason School of Business with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship and Real Estate.

Jonathan S. Guion, SIOR

Jonathan has over 30 years of commercial real estate experience specializing in investment properties, representing clients in the purchase and sale of properties and development. As a real estate owner/investor, Jonathan understands his client’s perspective of property ownership, values, ROI and the value of cash flows. Jonathan is a member of the Society of Office and Industrial REALTORS (SIOR) where he served as an Officer and the State Chapter treasurer for over twelve years. Jonathan earned a BS in Business and an MBA in Finance from Old Dominion University.

Lidiya Korzhuk

Meet Lidiya Korzhuk, a realtor with 22 years of experience specializing in industrial and commercial properties. She discovered her passion for real estate while serving as a translator for a Ukrainian-speaking family friend purchasing their first home. Lidiya is constantly honing her skills to keep up with today’s fast-paced market and has built a successful business from scratch as both a buyer’s and seller’s agent. She holds a plethora of certifications and designations, including the Real Estate Negotiation Expert, Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Seller Representative Specialist, Pricing Strategy Advisor, Certified International Property Specialist, NAR’s GREEN Designation, Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Master Certified Negotiation Expert, and CCIM courses in commercial investment real estate. Lidiya’s dedication to her clients and her love of real estate makes her an expert in her field.

Chris Nielsen, CCIM

Chris joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2016 and has been applying his expertise to acquisition opportunities in the Midwest. Chris has been involved in the acquisition of investment property and development for over 10 years in the Midwest. After being recruited back to Nebraska from Washington DC in 2007 to work on a Senate campaign, he became interested in economic development and real estate. His experience spans a 17-state footprint and transactions involving warehouses, enclosed malls, power centers, multifamily, 1031 exchanges and single triple net investments. Chris received his BA in Political Science & Psychology from the University of Nebraska.

Melissa Shandor

Melissa Shandor serves as the Strategic Advisor in California & the Pacific Northwest for The Storage Acquisition Group.  She utilizes her background and expertise in data analytics to acquire self-storage assets and maximize return on investment for sellers.  By supporting owners, investors, and developers in navigating market data, she has developed professional networks for information exchange.

Jonathan Spencer

Since Jonathan Spencer joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2018, his focus has been on sourcing acquisition opportunities throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. As a 13-year veteran of the advertising industry, Jonathan leverages his robust understanding of marketing and communications to optimize the acquisition experience for every seller. Jonathan holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Virginia Commonwealth University and lives in Richmond, Virginia.

Sam Kimball

Based out of Utah and Kansas, Sam is young, hungry, and a graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Utah Valley University’s Woodbury School of Business. Sam brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. With a successful track record of cash-flowing personal investment properties and a passion for expanding his multifamily real estate portfolio, Sam is dedicated to helping investors achieve their financial goals. Outside the office, you’ll find Sam carving up the slopes while skiing, casting a line while fishing, or simply enjoying the great outdoors.

Jacob Spencer

Jacob joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2024 and currently serves in a development support role. In addition to his role there, he is the Logistics Specialist at an e-commerce supplement company. Jacob received his BA in Business and Economics degree from Hampden-Sydney College.

Ben Vest

Ben joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2023. In addition to his role there, he is a Commercial Agent with Resource Realty, a full-service commercial real estate firm based in Virginia. Additionally, Ben has 20+ years working in Sales, primarily in the Healthcare Industry.

Travis Davis

Travis joined The Storage Acquisition Group in 2025 and his focus has been on sourcing acquisition opportunities in the Mid-Atlantic & Southeast regions. As an 18 year veteran in healthcare sales, Travis leverages his robust understanding of networking and developing strategic partnerships to bring in new opportunities to the team. In addition, he is a licensed, commercial agent with Resource Realty, a full-service commercial real estate firm based in Richmond, Virginia.