SmartStop Self Storage REIT adds new independent director Lora Gotcheva, director Paula Mathews retires

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc.

Paula Mathews retired from Board effective June 30, 2025; resignation not due to any disagreement.
Compensation Committee approved accelerated vesting of 12,412 LTIP units worth ~$450,000 for Mathews.
Lora Gotcheva appointed as independent director effective July 10, 2025; serves on Audit and Compensation Committees.
Gotcheva has over 25 years financial experience, most recently Managing Director at CPP Investments.
Gotcheva receives pro-rated cash retainers ($65k board, $10k audit, $7.5k comp) plus initial equity award of $100k.

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