An entrepreneur and the CEO of Annexx, which he founded in 2002, Philippe Peyrot leads an organization operating 28 proprietary facilities in France and ranked among the top 100 self-storage operators worldwide . Through its specialized subsidiary, Annexx Business Service, the company also leverages an extensive network of 650 partner locations, providing comprehensive corporate coverage across mainland France, Corsica, and the French overseas territories. Holding an MBA from the University of Connecticut (UConn) and serving as an active member of the French national association (CISS), Peyrot brings more than two decades of on-the-ground operational expertise to the European federation .
Self-Storage: A Vital Link in Modern Urban Planning and the Economy
"Self-storage is no longer just a temporary fix—it has become essential urban infrastructure," stated Philippe Peyrot, CEO of Annexx and President of FEDESSA. "Urban housing pressures and the high cost of city living make this service indispensable for residential households. For businesses, it offers on-demand storage flexibility without the burden of long-term, rigid commercial leases. At the same time, our sector is emerging as a critical link in urban last-mile logistics. Demonstrating this practical, tangible value to public policymakers is a continuous priority."
Three Strategic Priorities for the European Mandate
- Upgrading Sector Intelligence: Enhancing the precision and reach of European market research to provide operators, lenders, and investors with authoritative economic benchmark.
- Strengthening Institutional Advocacy: Delivering a unified voice before European regulatory bodies to champion the industry's interests, while reinforcing the initiatives of national trade representatives.
- Empowering National Member Associations: Allocating FEDESSA resources directly to member associations to accelerate the cross-border sharing of operational best practices.
“My goal is to build on the groundwork laid over the past year and deliver concrete, actionable results," concluded Philippe Peyrot. "With over 11,000 facilities in Europe, our industry has reached institutional scale and maturity. Over the next two years, my focus is clear: enhance the federation's agility, solidify our benchmark research, and actively support the growth of every national association."