What does it take to build an AI company before AI became mainstream? In this episode of Growth Under Pressure, Eric Josovitz sits down with Aleksandr Sheremeta, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of DataForest, to discuss the realities of building and scaling a technology company long before the AI boom. Aleksandr shares how DataForest grew to more than 150 employees, the leadership lessons he learned along the way, and why most companies are still unprepared to take advantage of AI. In this episode, you'll learn: -How to build and scale a technology company from the ground up -The leadership mindset required to grow yourself before growing your business -Why most companies struggle with data and decision-making -What CEOs should fix before investing in AI -How strong systems create sustainable growth Whether you're a founder, CEO, or business leader, this conversation offers practical insights on scaling a company, leading through change, and building a business that's ready for the future. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #aibusiness #startups #ceopodcast #founderpodcast #aitechnology #datascience #datamanagement #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #DataEngineering #Automation #Leadership #Founder #CEO #AleksandrSheremeta #EricJosovitz #DataForest #AdaptCFO #GrowthUnderPressure