Pursue The Pull
Pursue The Pull
Stacey Bevan
Whatever your career goal, this podcast puts the mic in your hands so you ask industry leaders the things you need to know to take the next steps to your dream business. Putting change within reach, we remove so many of the barriers and obstacles that keep us from getting to where we want to be. It’s not about where you are right now, it’s about getting access to the practical information to turn your dreams, passion and God-given talent into a thriving business. Join a fast -growing community of listeners with a desire for more. Hear powerful stories of determination, resilience and success, practical advice, insider and expert guidance from successful entrepreneurs, industry leaders who have set up and run their own business from scratch. Beyond each podcast, our listeners can benefit from, ongoing support from each other plus mentoring and long term guidance from our collection of partner industry leaders. One Podcast, One Community, All the Answers.I am Stacey Bevan a leading Digital Strategist, Mentor, Business Owner, Marketer, and Public Speaker, but most importantly a single mother with the desire and the PULL to help others succeed. 
Ep.62 - Mindset Is Capital — How Gerd Bommer Backs Founders Others Miss
What separates the founders who get funded from the ones who get overlooked? According to Gerd Bommer, it starts in the mind! With 25+ years building businesses across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, Gerd has seen every side of the table — startups, corporates, governments, and capital. Now a Founder-First Investor, Keynote Speaker, and Strategic Advisor, he backs pre-seed and seed stage founders who build with purpose and refuse to play small. In this episode, Gerd breaks down ...
May 26
1 hr 7 min
EP.61  - From £0 to £8M: The Mindset Behind Building & Funding CUTBOX with Oz Oboh
In this episode, I’m joined by Oz Oboh, a VC-backed entrepreneur and the Founder of CUTBOX and ARCSTRIKE, for a powerful conversation on building, funding, and scaling ambitious businesses 🚀 Osajie launched CUTBOX in 2020 at just 25 years old, growing it into the world’s first tech-led barber chain. Despite starting during the pandemic, he raised £2.4M across five funding rounds, scaled the business to £750k in ARR, led 30+ staff, drove profitability, and reached an £8M valuation — all on his...
Feb 17
57 min
EP. 60 -How Jordan Pincombe Turned Big Ideas into a Booming Design Business
We’re celebrating Episode 60 of Pursue the Pull with something truly special — host Stacey sits down with fellow Birmingham entrepreneur Jordan Pincombe, the founder of Updesigners, a creative subscription service that’s redefining how brands get design done. What started as an idea in 2019 has grown into a powerhouse team of 25+ designers helping over 100 brands level up their creative output — from scroll-stopping social content and motion graphics to sleek websites and full campaign visual...
Oct 7, 2025
43 min
EP.59 - Rick Culleton: How to Wake Up Happy No Matter Your Circumstances
What does it really take to wake up happy every day? ☀️ In this episode of Pursue the Pull, we sit down with entrepreneur, author, and mindfulness advocate Rick Culleton, who’s lived through both extremes—sleeping on the streets 🛌 and running multimillion-dollar businesses. Despite outward success, Rick discovered that happiness wasn’t waiting at the top of the ladder—it had to be cultivated from within 💡. Through his journey with ADHD, accidental sobriety, and rebuilding after failur...
Sep 9, 2025
58 min
Ep.58 - Sales Made Simple: Katie Nelson on Driving Revenue & Growth
In this episode, we sit down with Katie Nelson, Founder & CEO of Sales Uprising and the dynamic leader known as “The Sales Catalyst.” 💡 With over 25 years of experience and $150M in sales, Katie has built her business on one powerful truth: “Cashflow is Oxygen.” 💵 She shares how entrepreneurs and small business owners can bring the fun back into sales, create consistent cashflow, and scale into six-figure and beyond success. 🚀 Katie has helped hundreds of business owners transform ideas...
Aug 26, 2025
50 min
Ep.57 -  From Stuck to Thriving: Transform Your Life & Business Mindset
Unlock Your Potential with Dr. Margaret Cochran – Psychology, Energy Work & Success Ready to turn passion into profit? In this episode of Pursue The Pull, we chat with Dr. Margaret Cochran — acclaimed psychologist, life coach, hypnotherapist, and energy work expert — who’s been featured on BBC, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, Healthline, and more. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Cochran shares how blending psychology, hypnotherapy, and energy work can help you communicate effectively, break th...
Aug 12, 2025
1 hr 4 min
Ep.56 - From £10K to £9M – How Jason Kwao Helps Underdogs Win on Amazon!
Today’s guest is Jason Kwao, CEO and Founder of Intermast, a million-pound agency helping underdog brands thrive on Amazon. Jason shares how he went from hitting £10K in Amazon sales just months after starting in 2019, to managing over £9 million in sales for brands like Dermalogica and Neal’s Yard Remedies. He’s also the author of the Amazon best-seller How to Win on Amazon and a passionate advocate for personal growth and giving back. Tune in to hear Jason’s journey, battle-tested strategie...
Jul 29, 2025
43 min
Ep.55 - From Artist to Entrepreneur: How Anna Morgado Built Her Studio from Scratch
In this episode, we speak with Anna Morgado, a ceramic artist originally from Rio de Janeiro, now based in Hamburg. Since starting her ceramics journey in 2016, Anna has worked with chefs, restaurants, and private clients to create refined, experimental tableware that bridges the worlds of food and design. We talk about her creative process, the importance of teaching, and how ceramics can be a tool for connection, expression, and community building. Anna also shares how she runs her studio—...
Jul 22, 2025
1 hr 2 min
Ep.54- How Liam Heeley Turned a Creative Passion into a Global Brand
College dropout turned creative powerhouse, Liam Heeley shares how he went from photographing stars like Lady Gaga in Hollywood to launching HEADS Magazine and creative agency back in Manchester. Now working with brands like Adidas, Manchester United, and local gems, Liam opens up about his journey, building a creative empire, and empowering the next generation of creators. 👉 Now listen to this episode on Pursue the Pull Podcast. #creativejourney #founderstory #podcastinterview #buildyour...
Jul 1, 2025
57 min
Ep.53 - Giuseppe Baidoo: The Founder Who Refused to Give Up
From Losing It All to Building Gusto Snacks! Today’s guest isn’t just an entrepreneur — he’s a comeback story. Giuseppe Baidoo, Founder & CEO of Gusto Snacks, shares how he went from rock bottom to launching one of the UK’s most exciting sustainable snack brands. Starting in his kitchen in 2018, Giuseppe turned “ugly” fruit into delicious apple crisps and built a brand now found in Selfridges, WHSmith, Google, and more. Recognised by Virgin, Forbes, and Shell, his journey proves that ju...
Jun 17, 2025
54 min
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