Lia Caton

Lia Caton is a Chicago and Nashville-based commercial and luxury real estate broker, founder, and award-winning recording artist whose work lives at the intersection of real estate, hospitality, and music. She is the founder of ROAM Real Estate Inc., where she guides clients across commercial and luxury residential projects, drawing on her deep roots in the music and entertainment industry. She brings a creative lens to business, centering her work on how people live, gather, and connect — through spaces, stories, and shared experiences. Lia’s work is grounded in hospitality, lifestyle, and creativity. She is especially drawn to restaurants and experiential spaces where people gather to connect and belong, with commercial experience spanning restaurants, hotels, retail, and mixed-use projects. Her residential focus centers on curated luxury living and relocation for clients seeking homes that reflect their lifestyle and values. Alongside her work in real estate, Lia maintains a long-standing career in music as an award-winning recording artist. Her background as a performer and songwriter shapes the way she approaches business — with an emphasis on storytelling, relationships, and the emotional impact of the spaces people inhabit. She sees creativity not as something separate from professional life, but as a powerful tool for shaping meaningful experiences and long-term success. Lia is deeply invested in the communities she serves and believes that business should be rooted in purpose. She is an advocate for housing security, children’s causes, and animal welfare, and serves on the Advisory Board for the Salvation Army of Northern and Central Illinois, as well as the Board of Directors for The Magnificent Mile Charitable Foundation. Giving back is an essential part of her identity, and she remains committed to using her platform to support people and organizations working toward positive change. Whether advising on a flagship restaurant, a hospitality concept, a luxury relocation, or a creative project, Lia’s work is guided by the same principle: to bring people together and help create spaces where life feels fuller, more connected, and more meaningful.