For Shana Giles, real estate is more than a transaction, it’s a deeply personal experience that has been shaped by her commitment to community, passion for design and her lifelong roots in Long Beach.
“Real estate is not just about selling homes. I'm really big on creating an experience,” Giles said. “I always believe that presentation matters, whether it’s the way a home is staged or how I present myself.”
Her signature style –– confident, polished and thoughtful –– isn’t just a reflection of her fashion sense. It’s an extension of the care and creativity she brings to every listing and client interaction.
“Clients see that I put thought and care into everything that I do, and it also translates into how I market their homes and negotiate on their behalf,” she explained. “Style, to me, is a form of self-expression and professionalism.”
Giles, who was born and raised in Long Beach, takes pride in serving the city that raised her.
“Community is very important to me,” she said. “I grew up in the Wrigley area of Long Beach... and on my father's side, the Eastside of Long Beach. So I like to say I have the best of both worlds.”
Beyond her work as a real estate agent, Giles serves on the Board of Governors for the Long Beach City College Foundation, where she helps raise funds for student resources like housing, scholarships and athletic programs. One of her proudest moments came during a recent estate planning seminar hosted by the foundation.
“It was so important to get in touch with the community... about the importance of having that trust and just having estate planning altogether,” she said. “It helps educate them about protecting their legacies, and that’s really [important] to me.”
Her commitment to civic engagement also led her to Leadership Long Beach, a 10-month development program.
“I got a chance to learn how the police department and the fire department work, how City Hall works, how Long Beach Transit works... and how I can better help the community,” she said.
When it comes to real estate, Giles brings that same attentiveness to staging and marketing.
“Design is like storytelling,” she said. “My goal is to create a space where buyers can instantly picture themselves living there.”
Whether she’s helping a family find their forever home or mentoring young professionals, it's human connection that fuels Giles.
“I like to call myself the resource. Whatever you're looking for, I'm pretty sure I know somebody that has it,” she said. “I'm not just your realtor, I'm your therapist, your best friend, whatever you need me to be.”
Looking ahead, Giles hopes to continue expanding her “glamorous realtor” brand, but always with substance.
“You can be polished and professional while still being deeply committed to service and community,” she said.
And yes, she even took an interview with Long Beach City Lifestyle on her birthday — a move of pure dedication.
“I don’t mind at all,” she said.