A native of Rome, Bess Kelley Graham graduated from Darlington School prior to attending the
University of Mississippi. After receiving a degree in Hospitality Management, Bess moved to
Nantucket, Massachusetts for a food and beverage internship.
Graham moved back to Rome in 2013. Since then she has worked for downtown Rome businesses
including Hawthorn Suites and Collective Hospitality (Honeymoon Bakery, Aventine, and Blossom Hill
BBQ) . Bess has loved getting to know visitors as well as people she has known most of her life. She also
loves seeing Rome and small businesses thrive!
Growing up, Bess watched her dad create lifelong friendships and business relationships through real
estate. She has always been interested in learning more whether it is residential or commercial.
In 2017, Bess married Jay Graham and welcomed their son, Jack in 2023. They live in Rome with their
two dogs, Ace & Remi, and a cat, Binx.
In her spare time, Bess enjoys being with her family and friends, watching the Atlanta Braves, reading,
shopping, and cheering on Ole Miss football - Go Rebs!
Graham is a member of the Greater Rome Board of Realtors, The National Association of Realtors, and
The Rome Chamber of Commerce.