Makers PR Founder Anastasiya Bardunova Joins Ignyte as Mentor to Support Global Tech Companies

Anastasiya Bardunova, founder of Makers PR, has joined Ignyte, a DIFC-backed initiative under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, as a mentor for tech companies and emerging leaders.

About Ignyte

Ignyte is an innovation ecosystem platform designed to empower 100,000 high-growth tech companies globally. By connecting leaders and teams with strategic mentorship, capital access, and growth opportunities, Ignyte aims to foster innovation across borders. The initiative aligns with Dubai’s Digital Economy Strategy and supports the city’s position as a global entrepreneurship hub.

Anastasiya Bardunova’s Role and Expertise

At Makers PR, Bardunova has supported companies across the Middle East in building their brands, narratives, and visibility as strategic business assets. She specializes in helping executives and leadership teams leverage 360-degree communications as a growth tool.
In her role as mentor at Ignyte, Bardunova will assist leaders and teams to
  • Scale their footprint in the MENA region by leveraging targeted visibility to accelerate market traction
  • Accelerate fundraising efforts by building credibility and trust with investors and stakeholders
  • Enter and expand within the MENA market through strategic communications that unlock opportunities and foster partnerships

The Importance of Strategic Communications

Effective communications are critical in today’s competitive business landscape, impacting growth, investor relations, and market expansion. Bardunova’s mentorship aims to provide practical guidance that helps companies develop compelling narratives that resonate with their audiences and drive tangible business outcomes.

“Media coverage in Tier 1 outlets, from Forbes to TechCrunch, is often seen as the pinnacle of PR success. But it is just one example of how strategic communications can move the needle. Investor relations, government relations, ESG communications, and corporate reputation all fall under the broader communications umbrella. When used holistically, these tools build credibility, foster trust, and open doors to capital and partnerships. Through Ignyte, I look forward to helping leaders and teams harness this full spectrum of communications to scale their businesses and create lasting impact,” said Bardunova.

Makers PR’s Commitment

Bardunova’s involvement with Ignyte underscores Makers PR’s ongoing commitment to supporting innovative companies with communication strategies that deliver measurable results.
Companies seeking to build credibility, attract investment, or expand their market presence can benefit from Makers PR’s proven expertise and strategic approach.