for innovative companies

PR agency

Award-winning

Leaders of Tomorrow by Inc Arabia 2025

(Finalist)

Most Innovative PR Agency of the Year by Stevie® Awards 2025

(Gold Winner)

We craft thoughtful strategies that support your business goals with impactful results.

Strategy

We build meaningful connections with the media to amplify your story and ensure it resonates with the right audience.

Media Relations

We help position your brand as an industry leader by identifying and securing the right awards to showcase your achievements.

Awards

From crafting compelling narratives to refining pitch decks and connecting you with the right investors, we help you navigate fundraising, secure capital, and celebrate your success.

Investor Relations

We shape your unique story into a powerful presence that sets you apart and builds lasting influence.

Personal Branding

We make sure your brand is at the forefront of key conversations, making every industry event an opportunity to leave a lasting impression.

Events

...and 1,000+ more

From early-stage to post-IPO

Full circle of communications

Full circle of communi-cations

MENA, US, UK, Western Europe, LATAM, Asia

Projects with global footprint:

Events and high-profile PR campaigns & B2B partnerships

120+

Publications in media

1570+

Years of experience

15+

PR value delivered to clients yearly

$1M+

Anastasiya Bardunova is an entrepreneur, mentor, speaker, and communications professional with over a decade of international experience helping startups and established tech companies build brands and craft their narratives. As the founder of Makers PR, Anastasiya empowers entrepreneurs to realize their potential by creating strong, impactful brands rooted in authentic communication — a foundation for trust, credibility, and success.

Through Makers PR, Anastasiya continues to help entrepreneurs and businesses thrive in competitive markets. With her deep expertise, authentic storytelling, and expansive network, she has solidified her reputation as a trusted advisor and leader in the tech and startup ecosystems.

high-profile industry awards won

A comprehensive go-to-market PR strategy creation and execution across media, events and awards for Fasset entering the UAE market to firmly establish the brand’s leadership in regional fintech and blockchain domains.

organic media articles

3

Market entry that made waves

200+

in PR value from one press release

A strategic PR campaign spotlighting Mamo’s fundraising and investor credibility, delivering targeted media outreach and securing widespread coverage in top-tier Middle East fintech and business outlets.

organic media articles

$549k

Fundraising news that made headlines

70+

international journalists engaged

Facilitated Mamo’s participation in a high-profile international media roundtable during the Dubai FinTech Summit, with strategic support from DIFC Innovation Hub and the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism to maximize visibility and influence.

international media roundtable hosted featuring Mamo

4

Voices amplified at Dubai FinTech Summit

1

potential audience reach

Executed a strategic PR campaign for Blockchain Sports to announce their $3.3 billion Memorandum of Understanding with Saudi Jossor, generating extensive media coverage and capturing significant regional attention.

organic media articles

164M+

$3.3B MoU Announcement That Moved Markets

26

Out of only 30 leaders recognized across the entire GCC in Inc. Arabia’s “The GCC’s Tech Vanguard,” two are Makers PR clients: Jamil Shinawi (AHOY) and Imad Gharazeddine (Mamo), highlighting the agency’s track record of working with the region’s most exceptional founders.

clients featured in Inc. Arabia’s “The GCC’s Tech Vanguard”

Makers PR leading the pack: clients shine in GCC’s top 30 tech innovators list

2

Targeted media training and strategic media support enabled 10101.art to deliver a successful keynote at NFT Paris and secure prominent coverage in leading NFT and crypto media, including a high-impact interview on Rug Radio, articles on Cointribune and Decrypt.

potential audience reach

Key industry moment captured

5.5M+

Strategic positioning and targeted outreach led to four speaker slots for Desertcart’s leadership at Seamless Middle East, one of the region’s premier fintech and e-commerce events, cementing their thought leadership in innovation and cross-border commerce.

organic speaker slots secured for Desertcart leadership

Stage presence secured: voices set to be heard

4

A targeted PR strategy crafted and executed to secure Daniel Ahmed, co-founder and COO of Fasset, a high-profile nomination to amplify his personal brand and elevate Fasset’s fintech profile.

Nomination that turned heads

Forbes 30 Under 30

A targeted PR strategy executed to secure Mamo’s inclusion in the prestigious Forbes Fintech 50 list, elevating the company’s industry standing and reinforcing its reputation as a leading innovator in the Middle East fintech space.

Recognition that reshaped fintech leadership

Forbes Fintech 50

Sergei Khitrov

CEO | Blockchain Life

Makers PR contribution to the forum coverage, assistance in disseminating information, and professional support played a vital role in attracting a wide audience.

This significantly enhanced the impact of Blockchain Life 2024, making it a truly noteworthy event.

Gareth Lewis

VP Partnerships at Fasset

The team understood our vision from the offset and provided the strategic insight and creativity required to bring that vision to life. They've helped us build strong relationships with key media outlets, and enabled us to tell our story in the most impactful way.
Proactive approach and genuine investment in our success - as passionate about our growth as we are.

Ivan Zhivitsa

Head of PR | Blockchain Sports

Prompt and friendly communication. They took the time to listen to our needs and offered valuable advice on the best strategies for PR campaigns.

The result? Outstanding outcomes that exceeded our expectations.

Alina Krot

CEO | 10101.art

Highly knowledgeable of the PR domain, well connected in the tech ecosystem and aware of market peculiarities. We're happy to have Makers PR to support us at industry events, including GITEX and NFT Paris. Attention to detail and solid results!

Imad Gharazeddine

co-founder & CEO | Маmо

Since partnering with Makers PR, we've seen a real surge in media coverage and brand visibility.

Anastasiya has been instrumental in getting our name out there! If you're a startup looking to make a splash, I highly recommend them.

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