Pursue The Pull

Hosted by Stacey Bevan

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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.

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June 16, 2026Episode 6357 min

EP.63- From Refugee to Real Estate Tycoon: The Feras Toboli Story

In this inspiring episode, Stacey Bevan sits down with real estate entrepreneur Feras Toboli, who arrived in Malta as a refugee with just €1.50 and went on to build a seven-figure property business.🚀 Feras shares the mindset, strategies, and hard-earned lessons that helped him transform adversity into success through rental arbitrage, property investment, and development. A must-listen for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, resilience, and real estate.💼This is your sign that anything is possible. Feras is living proof that no matter where you start, you can rebuild, reinvent yourself, and achieve extraordinary things through hard work, resilience, and dedication. Having lost everything, he found his motivation and turned it into success—and the most exciting part is that this is only the beginning of his journey.🎧🔥#pursuethepull #podcast #realestate #entrepreneurship #motivation

May 26, 2026Episode 621 hr 7 min

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 why mindset is capital, why energy is currency, and why overlooking diverse and female founders isn't a fairness issue — it's a capital allocation mistake.If you're building something that matters, this one's for you.🎙️ Pursue the Pull — conversations with the people building what's next.📲#FounderMindset #PursueThePull #FounderFirst

February 17, 2026Episode 6157 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 first serious venture 💼Now, through ARCSTRIKE, Osajie is applying those hard-earned lessons to the defence-tech space, developing drone technology with a mission to put machines before humans on the battlefield.This episode is packed with practical insights on fundraising, leadership, scaling from zero, and thinking boldly as a founder. A must-listen for anyone pursuing entrepreneurship, investment, or their next big idea !#entrepreneurship #fundraising #pursuethepull

October 7, 2025Episode 6043 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 visuals. Jordan shares the reality behind scaling a design business in today’s fast-moving market: the challenges, the turning points, and the strategies that helped him double Updesigners’ growth in just 12 months. It’s a story of vision, grit, and building something extraordinary from Birmingham to the world.In this milestone episode, Jordan opens up about the future — with bold plans to reach 200 clients and double his teamwithin the next year.Two Birmingham innovators. One inspiring conversation. Don’t miss this one.

September 9, 2025Episode 5958 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 failure, Rick has developed practical, no-fluff strategies for overcoming burnout, discouragement, and the endless noise of modern life.We dive into:✅ Why chasing wealth and status rarely leads to fulfillment✅ How daily routines and mindfulness can transform your outlook✅ Rick’s path from used car dealer and felon to CEO and bestselling author✅ The raw, humorous insights behind his book Messed Up Like YouRick’s story is proof that you don’t have to have it all figured out to change your life. Messed up? Join the club.#Mindfulness #EntrepreneurLife #WakeUpHappy

August 26, 202550 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 into thriving companies—and she’s here to show you how sales can be the key to unlocking your profit-making potential.If you’re ready to master sales, grow your revenue, and step confidently into the Big Leagues of business, this episode is packed with strategies and inspiration you won’t want to miss.#salescoaching #smallbusinessgrowth #entrepreneurmindset

August 12, 2025Episode 571 hr 4 min

Ep.57 - From Stuck to Thriving: Transform Your Life & Business Mindset

Unlock Your Potential with Dr. Margaret Cochran – Psychology, Energy Work & SuccessReady 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 through mental blocks, and create the business (and life) you’ve always dreamed of. Perfect for dog lovers ready to launch a venture — or anyone chasing big goals.#motivation #mindsetshift #psyhology

July 29, 2025Episode 5643 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 strategies, and how he’s helping brands grow from zero to seven figures — and beyond.#intermast #ceomind #howto

July 22, 2025Episode 551 hr 2 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—offering workshops, memberships, and one-on-one sessions—all while growing her beautiful product line.A thoughtful and inspiring conversation for anyone curious about creativity, craftsmanship, and the power of clay.#ceramics #artistinterview #creativeprocess #handmade #design #ceramicart #annamorgado

July 1, 2025Episode 5457 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#buildyourbrand#headsmagazine