January 6, 2026 – BUILD Cowork + Space and COMSTOR Self-Storage, community-driven brands operated under the Small Nation umbrella, are pleased to welcome Carol Hayward to the team. Carol brings a diverse professional background rooted in customer service excellence, real estate, office management, and self-storage operations – experience that aligns directly with both brands’ commitment to thoughtful service and operational excellence.

Carol joins the organization with decades of experience across multiple industries, including real estate sales, office administration, accounting support, and hands-on self-storage facility management. A licensed Realtor in the state of Florida, she has consistently exceeded $1 million in annual sales and is widely recognized for her reliability, attention to detail, and strong customer-first mindset.

In her role, Carol will support both BUILD Cowork + Space and COMSTOR Self-Storage, assisting with daily operations, customer experience, and administrative functions across both brands. Her role is intentionally cross-functional—helping ensure consistency, professionalism, and a welcoming experience for members, tenants, and storage customers alike.

“What really drew me to BUILD and COMSTOR is the diversity of the work and the culture behind it,” said Hayward. “There’s a strong emphasis on community, authenticity, and teamwork. It’s an environment where people genuinely care about the people they serve.”

BUILD Cowork + Space is a modern coworking and private office concept focused on supporting entrepreneurs, remote professionals, startups, and growing teams throughout Ohio’s small-town communities. BUILD locations offer flexible workspaces, private offices, meeting rooms, and event spaces intentionally designed to foster productivity, collaboration, and authentic community connection.

COMSTOR Self-Storage extends that same people-first philosophy into the storage industry. COMSTOR currently operates four professionally managed self-storage facilities in the Lakeview and Ada areas of Ohio, serving individuals, families, and businesses with clean, secure, and convenient storage solutions. Each facility features 24/7 security monitoring, providing peace of mind for customers who need reliable and secure storage access.

Designed for modern convenience, COMSTOR allows customers to rent and manage storage units entirely online, eliminating the need for in-person visits or staff interaction if preferred. From selecting a unit to signing a lease and making payments, the entire process can be completed digitally—while still offering responsive, local support when customers need it.

Originally from the Springfield/Enon area, Carol recently returned to Ohio to reconnect with her roots and continue the next chapter of her career. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her Goldendoodle and Maine Coon cat, exploring creative outlets like candle making and vinyl crafts, attending live music, watching movies, and—when the opportunity presents itself—parasailing.

Carol places a strong value on community and connection, aligning closely with BUILD and COMSTOR’s broader mission to create spaces and services that support people at every stage of life and business. Her guiding philosophy reflects that mindset: “Strength doesn’t come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t.”

With her well-rounded experience, positive energy, and collaborative approach, Carol Hayward’s addition further strengthens BUILD Cowork + Space and COMSTOR Self-Storage’s commitment to delivering secure, accessible, and community-centered solutions across Ohio.