I’m Ben Hawes, a comedy performer, podcast host, and the guy who’ll personally hype up your shyest employee at the offsite or your flirtiest auntie at your wedding. I’ve lived in NYC for over a decade, and I’ve spent most of that time creating things that bring people together.

Some people know me from my photo booth company.
Some from my national musical comedy tour.
Some from my HR days, where I trained hundreds of new employees at fast-growing startups.
Some from Life in Bold, my podcast about showing up, taking risks, and living fully.

Honestly, it all connects.

I run a photo booth business that’s built on moments that feel good, look good, and stay with people. My background in customer service, employee experience, and employee engagement taught me how to make people feel seen and celebrated. My comedy career taught me how to read a room. The booth brings both together.

Since 2018, I’ve brought Rent My Booth to over 150 NYC events: rooftop weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, nonprofit galas, and startup launch parties. I show up early, stay to the end, and keep the energy high the whole time. I design the prints myself. I host the booth in person. I keep the tech smooth and the guests laughing.

Looking for a photo booth that adds life to the party instead of sitting quietly in the corner? You found it. And I’d love to be part of what you’re building.