In this episode of Venture Ahead, we welcome Mikayel Vardanyan, founder, advisor, and investor, and one of the key minds behind Picsart - one of the world’s leading creative platforms. Mikayel shares his journey from engineering to building and scaling a global AI-powered creative ecosystem. He discusses growth, monetization, operational excellence, and what it takes to scale a tech company into a top-tier global platform. The conversation explores how AI is democratizing creativity, empowering millions of users worldwide to design, create, and express themselves without traditional barriers. Mikayel also reflects on leadership, resilience, and the mindset required to scale successfully in competitive tech markets. A must-watch episode for entrepreneurs, operators, and anyone building at the intersection of AI and creativity. https://picsart.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikayelvardanyan https://www.linkedin.com/company/picsart #picsart #aiandcreativity #startupgrowth #scalingstartups #strategy #productleadership