Why Values Beat Size Every Time: A Conversation with Cay Benitez

Breaking the Mould

Breaking the Mould
Why Values Beat Size Every Time: A Conversation with Cay Benitez
Oct 30, 2025 Season 1 Episode 13
RadixHR

What if success wasn’t about growing bigger but growing better?

In this episode of Breaking The Mould, Marie Ampeloquio and Randy Lobiano sit down with Cay Benitez, founder of Team Benitez, a wedding photography and videography team rewriting what it means to lead with purpose. From cutting work hours to fostering genuine flexibility, Cay reveals how prioritizing people not profit built a stronger, more passionate team.

Discover how a small creative business became a “small giant” in its field by breaking old industry norms and creating a culture rooted in respect, growth, and heart.


Key Highlights:

  • The origin story of Team Benitez and its growth from a family-run setup to a full creative powerhouse
  • Why reducing work hours led to more productivity and better well-being
  • How Cay fosters a culture of ownership, flexibility, and mutual respect


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