EPISODE · Jun 29, 2025 · 59 MIN
Ep. 157 Jules Weldon & Stace Pierce
from Hello Chaos · host Jules Weldon, Stace Pierce, Jennifer Sutton, Chandler Mays (Producer)
Key Takeaways:1️⃣ Product development isn’t just hard. It’s heroic.Bringing OME Gear to life meant navigating intense manufacturing challenges including failed partnerships and Kickstarter fulfillment drama. Physical product founders must prepare for complex high-stakes obstacles.2️⃣ Women founders thrive with the right community supportBoldSKY Foundation exists because the entrepreneurship space often overlooks women especially in the product space. Jules and Stace prove that strategic founder-led community makes all the difference.3️⃣ Stress management is personal growth for entrepreneursFrom selling their home to ER visits their journey shows how emotional endurance aligned values and faith fuel personal growth in the chaos of startup life.Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Hello Chaos01:37 The Journey of OME Gear05:19 Challenges in Manufacturing10:22 The Decision to Sell Their Home11:35 Life on the Road in an RV14:27 The Birth of Bold Sky Foundation19:41 Future Plans for OME Gear and Bold Sky23:25 Resilience and Lessons Learned28:40 Debunking Myths of Entrepreneurship30:10 The Journey of Bold Sky and OME Gear32:19 Navigating Challenges and Perseverance35:18 The Impact of Community and Support37:24 The Importance of Connections in Entrepreneurship41:22 Managing Stress and Mental Health45:45 Celebrating Milestones and Future Goals49:36 Defining Success and Values54:40 Hiring for Values and Building a Team🔗 Learn more about Jules & Stace and connect:Website: https://omegear.com/pages/about-usLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julesweldon/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-m-pierce-98020711/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ome_gear/ Thank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast platform and share it with your network. We encourage you to join our community HERE and connect with us on social media for the latest updates and more great content.Connect With Us:LinkedIn Instagram YouTube
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Jules Weldon and Stace Pierce aren’t just founders—they’re a force. In this episode of Hello Chaos, they share the raw truth behind launching OME Gear, a transformative outdoor product born from a decades-old patent and fueled by relentless grit. From crowdfunding on Kickstarter to surviving international manufacturing meltdowns, their journey is a masterclass in product development and entrepreneurial resilience. But the chaos didn’t stop there. Their lived experience as women founders facing funding gaps inspired them to create BoldSKY Foundation—a community-driven initiative to support and invest in other women bringing physical products to market. Through bold moves, deep faith, and an unshakable partnership, Jules and Stace show how entrepreneurship is equal parts strategy, stress management, and personal growth.
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