Westport Properties Inc. (WPI), which operates 85 self-storage facilities under the US Storage Centers brand, has appointed Mike Brady as chief operating officer, effective immediately. Brady has been WPI’s vice president of operations since 2005. In his new role, he’ll oversee all aspects of operation for the company’s portfolio, including revenue management and third-party management. WPI’s senior management in the field will report to Brady.

"Mike has been an integral part of our team over the last 10 years, and the company has experienced significant growth under his leadership," said Charles Byerly, president and CEO. "He has developed and implemented exceptional initiatives that have increased revenue and occupancy, and I'm confident in his ability to lead our operations as we continue to grow."

Prior to joining WPI, Brady worked in various roles at Exult, Hewitt Associates and St. John Knits.

"Westport has significantly expanded its footprint across the self-storage industry in recent years, and I'm excited about this new opportunity to further contribute to that expansion," Brady said. "Our team is made up of an amazing group of talented individuals, and I'm confident that we'll continue to see increases in our revenue and the size of our portfolio."

Earlier this month, WPI appointed Scott Nguyen, a seven-year veteran of the company, as chief financial officer. In his new role, Nguyen will have significant involvement in the company's corporate strategy, investor relations and leadership.

Based in Irvine, Calif., WPI is a real estate investment company that acquires, develops and operates self-storage facilities as well as provides third-party management services. It's affiliated with Westport Memphis Self Storage LLC.