CREW New Jersey celebrates trailblazing female business leaders: Birdia Chambers

Birdia Chambers

Advisor

eXp Commercial

Years with company/firm: 4

Years in field: 18

Years in CRE industry: 18

Real estate organizations/affiliations: CREW NJ

What is your current position?

I am an Advisor at eXp Commercial, where I guide companies across the Greater Metropolitan area to achieve strategic growth and success in the sale and lease of all asset types. In addition, I’m the Founder and CEO of Epic Transformation, a results-driven social media agency that helps companies grow through strategic storytelling, digital marketing, and brand positioning. Both roles allow me to do what I enjoy most - transform vision into measurable success.

Why did you choose the field/profession you are in today?

While working in Corporate America, I became a homeowner and investor at a young age. Like many first-time investors, I quickly realized how much I didn’t know - the right questions to ask, who to trust, or how to navigate the complexities of real estate. I encountered challenges and often felt I didn’t have the appropriate guidance to overcome them.

Instead of giving up, I began researching, networking, and connecting with professionals in the industry. Through that process, I gained a tremendous amount of knowledge about real estate, the importance of informed decision-making, and having the right people in your corner. That experience changed everything for me.

It sparked a passion to help others avoid the same obstacles I faced and to empower them to make confident, informed choices. Combined with my love for business and my drive to guide others toward success, I discovered that commercial real estate was the perfect fit, a field where I could turn vision into reality and make a meaningful impact along the way.

Over time, that same passion for growth and transformation carried into my work as the Founder and CEO of Epic Transformation, a social media agency. While commercial real estate and digital strategy may seem like different worlds, they both require vision, creativity, and a deep understanding of people and business. Each complements the other as one builds physical spaces and the other builds digital spaces that shape brands. Together, they’ve given me a broader perspective as a leader and strategist who helps others turn ideas into reality.

What unique qualities and/or personality do you feel makes you most successful in your profession?

My love for business - the strategy, the relationship building, and the ability to bring ideas to life has always driven me. Coupled with my passion for technology and innovation, I’m constantly inspired by how new tools and fresh concepts can transform the way we work and connect.

I bring a unique blend of corporate and entrepreneurial experience, with expertise in both commercial real estate and digital marketing. This combination gives me a well-rounded perspective that allows me to view business from every angle. I’m equally comfortable and enjoy analyzing data as I develop strategies, which helps me guide clients toward measurable, sustainable success.

At the heart of it all is my commitment to making a difference, helping people, building relationships, and delivering results with precision, care, and purpose.

What inspiring word of advice would you give to a young woman about to go into the field of commercial real estate or your allied field?

Network, build relationships, never stop learning, and dive in. Experience will be your best teacher, and the relationships you build along the way will be the foundation of your success.

Commercial real estate, like many industries, can feel intimidating at first. However, when you believe in yourself, surround yourself with the right people, and go all in, you won’t regret it. The world and the market are constantly changing, yet you will acquire an advantage when you understand the market, adapt when necessary, and build genuine relationships.

Above all, be intentional about how you show up and always lead with integrity.