In this episode, Bryan sits down with Ray Benvenuti of Benvenuti Landscaping and Reconstruction to talk about building a service-driven brand, navigating growth in the home services industry, and maintaining authenticity through it all.
Ray shares the story behind two viral jobs where he stepped in to rescue homeowners from bad contractor experiences—one of which caught the attention of KDKA. He explains how leading with integrity and doing the right thing, even when it's not profitable, has helped cement his reputation in the Pittsburgh area.
The conversation digs into the evolving landscape of landscaping—how Ray transitioned from lawn cutting to hardscaping and concrete, and why he prefers investing in relationships and quality over racing to scale. Bryan and Ray also talk about family legacy, working alongside their fathers, and what it means to build a business with values that last.
