Customer Growth Sessions

In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat Ahern sits down with Mike Yarbrough, Founder and CEO of Rustic and Main: A handcrafted jewelry brand that started as a garage hobby and has grown into a thriving company with over 30 employees creating story-driven rings from reclaimed and historic materials.
We talked about scaling a handmade product business, building a culture around craftsmanship, and using AI for hiring smarter. If you’re interested in creating strong brand foundations or want to rethink how you lead and delegate, this one’s for you.
To learn more, visit Rustic and Main and follow them on Instagram and YouTube.
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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat Ahern sits down with Brandon Kim, Co-Founder and CEO of Brevite: A backpack brand that evolved from a college Kickstarter project into a direct-to-consumer powerhouse boasting over 2.5 million followers across social platforms.
Visit Brevite & follow them on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok
We talked about growing Brevite’s TikTok presence—if you want to dive deeper into TikTok strategy, check out our episode with David Casey of VIX Media.
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Dr. Mario McCoy, founder and creative director of NCMPRBL, joins Customer Growth Sessions to talk about building a premium minimalist brand rooted in culture, confidence, and intentional design.
He shares how a childhood love for accessories turned into a watch and eyewear company known for its limited releases, how exclusivity can actually deepen customer loyalty, and the way NCMPRBL leans into transparency while staying true to their brand’s mission.
We also dig into how Mario uses social platforms to nurture community and why “don’t be regular” is more than just a tagline.
Visit and Learn more about NCMPRBL
Make sure to follow NCMPRBL on Instagram and LinkedIn
Check out the virtual try-on feature for their eyewear and watches
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In this episode, we delve into the world of sustainable lifestyle brands with Kyle Berner, Founder & CEO of Feelgoodz.
Gain insights into the journey of creating and scaling Feelgoodz, a company specializing in footwear and accessories made in countries like Vietnam, Thailand, Turkey, Nepal, and India. Learn how a backpacking trip inspired Kyle to start the business and hear about the challenges and successes experienced along the way, including securing a deal with Whole Foods. 
Visit and learn more about Feelgoodz.
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In this episode, we delve into the world of e-commerce and brand building alongside Nicole Krantz Bernstein, Founder & CEO of Meems.
 
Gain insights into the strategies and techniques used to effectively scale an e-commerce business, with practical advice about bootstrapping, engaging in-person events, effective customer service, and utilizing customer feedback for business growth.
Make sure to explore further resources and follow Nicole for more valuable content and updates.
Learn more about Meems and follow on Instagram
Check out Ecoenclose, the packaging brand Nicole uses for their products.
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In this episode, Alberto Benhamu, Co-Founder of Shoozas, shares his journey of expanding a shoe care brand internationally through Amazon FBA. He discusses how leveraging Amazon’s fulfillment network simplified ecommerce operations and allowed Shoozas to grow in 10+ countries.
He covers topics like early challenges, rapid international expansion, managing inventory across multiple markets, and using data tools to stay ahead of competitors.
Discover more about Shoozas at shoozas.com and connect with Alberto on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].
Explore competitor research tools like Jungle Scout and Helium 10 to optimize your Amazon strategy.
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In this episode, we delve into the world of e-commerce and brand building alongside Laura Berens, Founder & CEO of Love and Fit.
Gain insights into the strategies and techniques used to effectively scale an e-commerce business, with practical advice about bootstrapping with zero-interest credit cards, managing inventory and cash flow, leveraging paid ads, and overcoming common challenges in the e-commerce space.
Make sure to explore further resources and follow Laura for more valuable content and updates.
Learn more about Love and Fit at loveandfit.com and connect with Laura at itslauraberens.com
Follow Laura on Instagram: @ecomwithlaurabFollow Love and Fit on Instagram: @loveandfitshopFollow Love and Fit on TikTok: @loveandfitshop
Check out ShipStation at shipstation.com
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In this episode, Dave Munson, founder and CEO of Saddleback Leather, discusses his journey from starting the company in Mexico to creating high-quality leather bags that are now sold throughout the world.
He covers topics like early challenges, rapid growth, the importance of delegation, and balancing business success with personal fulfillment.
Discover more about Saddleback Leather and follow them on Instagram and YouTube.
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In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of Meta Ads for ecommerce alongside industry expert Axel Axelsson, Founder of Bright Spot Media.
Gain insights into the strategies and techniques used to effectively scale your ecomerce business through Meta Ads, with practical advice about how to create assets for ads, common mistakes Axel sees, and more.
Make sure to explore further resources and follow Axel for more valuable content and updates.
Learn more about Bright Spot Media and Connect with Axel on Instagram and Linkedin.
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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat Ahern interviews Caroline Priebe, the CEO and founder of Driftless Goods, an online marketplace focused on plastic-free, regenerative wool products.
Caroline shares the inspiration behind the brand, stemming from her extensive background in sustainable fashion and her desire to create eco-friendly performance wear.
She details the challenges and successes of launching the brand on a limited marketing budget, the importance of authenticity in marketing, and the surprising media coverage Driftless Goods received from major publications. Caroline also provides valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to build a genuine and impactful brand.
Learn more about Driftless Goods and connect with Caroline for collaborations and to explore their eco-friendly wool products.
Connect with Caroline on Substack  and Follow Driftless Goods on TikTok & Pinterest.
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