Marbella Life Podcast #54: Aguilene Benicio - From Waitress to Building Breathe Marbella
What does it really take to arrive in a new country, start from the bottom and go on to build one of Marbella's most recognisable hospitality brands? In Episode #54 of the Marbella Life Podcast, I sit down with Aguilene Benicio, founder and co-owner of Breathe Group, for an inspiring conversation about ambition, resilience, intuition and the hard work behind success.
Originally from Brazil, Aguilene arrived in Marbella and began her journey working as a waitress. Over the years, she built businesses in luxury real estate and the Marbella lifestyle industry before becoming one of the driving forces behind Breathe Group, one of Marbella’s most recognisable hospitality concepts. Today, the group includes Breathe Restaurant, known for its distinctive design, gastronomy and commitment to sustainability, Ground, its stylish café and bakery, Soul, offering a vibrant dining and social experience, and AIR Rooftop, where cocktails, music and beautiful Marbella views come together. Each venue has its own identity, united by a shared vision of creating exceptional hospitality and lifestyle experiences.
But behind the beautiful surroundings and successful business is a much more personal story.
We talk about the challenges of being a woman in business, the importance of trusting your intuition, the sacrifices and determination required to build something meaningful, and how to find balance when you're constantly striving for more. We also explore sustainability in the restaurant industry and what makes Breathe stand out in Marbella's competitive hospitality scene.
Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, personal growth, the Marbella lifestyle or discovering some of the best restaurants in Marbella, this is an episode filled with valuable insights and inspiration.
Watch the full interview below or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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