Tenant Inc., provider of the self-storage industry’s leading all-in-one technology platform, is excited to officially announce the appointment of Shawn Edwards as our new Chief Financial Officer. Edwards, an experienced SaaS finance executive with a strong record of scaling high-growth companies, will lead Tenant’s financial strategy, operations, and corporate development initiatives as the company continues its rapid expansion.

Edwards brings over two decades of leadership in finance, operations, and strategic growth across private equity–backed and enterprise SaaS organizations. He has successfully guided multiple companies to scale revenue while maintaining profitability and operational discipline.

Prior to joining Tenant, Edwards served as CFO for several leading technology firms—including AutoAlert, WeVideo, and Planet DDS—where he oversaw transformational growth, mergers and acquisitions, and large-scale fundraising efforts exceeding $500 million.

“Shawn’s financial leadership and deep understanding of SaaS fundamentals make him an invaluable addition to our executive team,” said Lance Watkins, CEO of Tenant Inc. “As we continue to scale our platform and expand globally, his ability to align growth strategy with financial rigor will play a key role in accelerating our momentum.”

Over his career, Edwards has garnered recognition for his ability to build high-performing teams and establish financial structures that facilitate sustainable expansion. His expertise in core SaaS metrics brings added focus to Tenant’s mission of helping operators grow smarter, leaner, and more profitably.

“Tenant Inc. is solving real problems for operators by connecting every part of the storage business through technology,” said Shawn Edwards. “The opportunity to help scale a company with such a strong mission and market position is incredibly exciting. I look forward to supporting that growth with a focus on financial health, operational excellence, and long-term value creation for our customers, partners, and employees.”

Originally from Virginia and a proud University of Virginia alumnus, Edwards is known for his collaborative leadership style and commitment to mentorship.

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