Our unique approach is based on Frameworks developed over 400+ projects. Based on evidence and tested by international markets

apProach

BIG NAME THEORY FRAMEWORK

Tested with 200+ Names created

GOGLOBAL Framework

Making sure that your brand will be ready to expand anywhere in the World

BRAND STREET

In the era of 2-seconds attention, one of the most important thing is to stand out on your brand street

Tribe

Brand strategy approach for smaller brands to accelarate their growth

- ness

Ultimate brand strategy approach ensuring stronger relative differentiation

Lighthouse

In the era where just a logo is not enough, our brands use the power of brand lighthouse

services

Brand Strategy

Competitive analysis. Data-driven strategy. Opportunities Discovery. Long-term action plan

Brand Messaging and Positioning

Developing consistent guidelines for positioning, claim, values, tone of voice and messaging

Naming and Brand Architecture

Creating company and product brand names ready to be trademarked globally. With all available domains. Sub-brand technology Names. Brand Architecture workshops.

Brand Identity Design

Creating visual elements such as logos, color palettes, and typography that represent the brand's identity and appeal to the target audience. Distinctive. Consistent. Ready to support your business growth.

Brand Guidelines and templates

All you need to properly manage your brand. Save production time with our unique brand applications template

Package design

Developing and designing packag design concepts with disctinctive brand codes ensuring faster brand recognition online and in-store

UX/UI Design

Focusing on the overall look, functionality, and layout of digital products to ensure a positive user experience and brand consistency

Website and Mobile App Development

Development of user-friendly and visually appealing digital platforms that align with the brand's identity and enhance user experience.

by the numbers

12+
Years of Experience
You will benefit from our 12+ years of experience in building brands and 20+ experience in developing marketing campaigns and communication strategies
400+
Projects Done
We already have helped more than 300 Founders and Marketing directors to build or fix their brands
2
Offices
HQ in the central Europe, operating globally.
The team
We are a team of experts specializing in brand creation that fuels business growth
Michal was chosen as one of New Europe's 100 most innovative people by Google and the Financial Times. With over 200 creative awards, he is one of the most acclaimed advertising and branding creators in Central Europe. He created one of the most effective campaigns in Europe and was rewarded with Gold Euro Effie. Michal is also a winner of the Cyber Young Lion Award from Cannes Lions.

Michal Pastier

Co-Founder & Creative Director
Mirka is the co-founder and co-owner of the branding studio GoBigname. Her background is in cognitive science and marketing. She has been interested in branding for more than 10 years and has also worked in academia, where she focused on research, wrote more than 60 publications and gave lectures. She is passionate about art, but also classic cars and rallies.

Mirka Pastierova

Co-Founder & Co-Owner
Rudo is a graphic designer, calligrapher and type-lover. His glass craftwork, the many calligraphic workshops he has organised and the rich experience he has gained in typography and graphic design have shaped Rudolf’s skills to make them multidisciplinary.

Rudolf Letko

Head of Design & Co-Owner
Tomas is an entrepreneur, educator, keynote speaker, and branding expert who helps founders fix their brands and scale internationally. His work earned him a spot on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. Tomas has been sharing his knowledge through masterclasses and keynotes for organizations and companies all over Europe. He’s worked with the Swiss Government, The United Nations (UN) and was part of the Google Certified Trainers program.

Tomas Petrek

CEO & Co-Owner
Nikola has a Master’s degree in translation and interpretation. She has worked for multiple international companies and brands, helping them prosper on a creative and linguistic level. Experienced in copywriting, creative translation, and project management, she manages our projects and works with our team to help our clients reach their dream to go global.

Nikola Toth

Senior Project Manager
Keisi is a brand designer and illustrator, bringing a bold and dynamic approach to every project. Having an artistic background, her work often reflects her love for color, movement, and the balance between playfulness and professionalism. Her experience includes branding, visual communication and packaging design. Beyond design, she is a passionate musician and drummer, finding inspiration in rhythm and collaboration, which deeply influences her creative process.

Keisi Katiaj

Lead Brand Designer
Jakub is a brand designer handling the full process from concept to visuals, animation and 3D. He enjoys finding smart solutions and working with others. He got into design when he noticed things didn’t look right, so he made them better himself. In the team, he spots what others miss. When not working, he’s out hiking or riding his bike.

Jakub Komorník

Brand Designer
Andrea is our big names crafter. Having lived in multiple countries and learned several languages, she developed a deep appreciation for linguistics and the art of wordplay. When she’s not working on brand identities, Andrea can be found behind the camera, capturing the world through her lens.

Andrea Cabajova

Brand Name Creator
Ondro is a brand designer with a strong interest in bold, timeless brand marks, especially those in the heavy industries – collecting dozens of zines and books filled with visuals in this style. He enjoys a systematic approach to projects and keeps his files organized, unlike his desk. His first experience with design was at 14 when he discovered Photoshop CS3 on his father’s computer, maybe he would have ended up a successful lawyer if he had stumbled upon slov-lex instead. We'll never know.

Ondrej Carnogursky

Senior Brand Designer
Alžbeta is a project manager who combines psychological insight with practical, well-structured project work. Her background in a global cybersecurity company strengthened her focus on clarity, responsibility, and efficient communication, skills she's used to successfully oversee cross-functional projects. In client meetings, she listens carefully, identifies what they need, and turns their ideas into a clear plan together with designers and specialists. She’s naturally curious, she likes learning new things, exploring new places, having good conversations, and reading. Simply put, she enjoys discovering the world in many different ways.

Alžbeta Dvoranová

Project Manager
Nataša is a graphic designer and illustrator with a deep passion for branding. She brings a playful yet thoughtful approach to every project, always leaving space for a touch of wit. With a degree in Visual Communication and a lifelong background in art, drawing, and painting, she creates visual identities with a strong sense of expression and detail. Outside of design, Nataša enjoys exercising, crocheting, and painting, activities that keep her energized and inspired.

Nataša Apfelová

Brand Designer
Over the years, Adel evolved into an idea maker, brand and packaging designer. Today, she works with both local and global brands, helping them shape distinctive identities and packaging. What she enjoys most is not just the design itself, but the process of developing strong ideas and concepts—where every element comes together to form a unique and cohesive whole.

Adéla Sajka Bláhová

Brand Designer
Our Clients
We support Founders and Marketers across Startups, Scale-ups, Family Businesses, and Corporates
FAQ
A few things about branding.

What does a branding agency actually do?

A branding agency builds the visual system and the strategy behind it, shaping how people perceive a company. That means research and positioning, naming, visual identity, messaging, guidelines, and often the website or packaging. A good agency doesn't just make things look nice. It makes deliberate choices that help a business stand out, charge what it's worth, and grow. At GoBIGNAME we cover the full range, from the first strategic question to the final assets your team uses every day.

How much does branding cost?

Branding cost depends on scope. A logo on its own is the cheapest option, but it's not enough without a strategy behind it. A full brand identity (strategy, naming, visual system, and guidelines) is a larger investment that drives recognition and growth across every touchpoint. At GoBIGNAME, we scope each project to what your business actually needs and give you a clear price before we start, so there are no surprises.

A strong brand is an investment that pays back in faster recognition and easier selling, not a one-off cost.

What's the difference between a logo and a brand identity?

A logo is a single asset, a brand identity is the whole system around it. Brand identity includes the logo, colour palette, typography, visual language, and the rules that keep everything consistent across every touchpoint, from your website to packaging. A logo alone won't hold up across a brand's entire communication. At GoBIGNAME we design complete identities, not standalone logos, so your brand stays coherent and recognisable everywhere it appears, and your team has the tools to apply it correctly.

What makes a good brand name?

A good brand name is distinctive, easy to pronounce across markets, and legally protectable. It stands out from competitors, works in every language your business touches, and has an available domain and trademark path. Names can be descriptive, evocative, or coined. The right choice depends on your strategy and whether you plan to go global. At GoBIGNAME we create names through our BigNameTheory™ framework, developed over 300+ projects. We check each name for trademark readiness and domains before we recommend it, so the name you launch is one you can actually own.

How long does a branding project take?

It depends on scope. A standalone naming project is faster, a full identity with strategy, naming, visual system, and website takes longer. We scope the timeline at the start of every project, so you know what to expect before we begin. Deadlines are something we plan around, there is no reason to cut corners on the strategy and quality that make a brand work.

What's the difference between a rebrand and a brand refresh?

A refresh updates what you already have, a rebrand rethinks it. A refresh keeps your core recognition and sharpens the rest. It’s useful when the brand still works but feels outdated. A full rebrand rebuilds strategy, positioning, and identity, and makes sense after rapid growth, acquisition, or a move into new markets. We will help you choose the right one. There's no reason to throw away the recognition you've earned, but you shouldn't keep an identity that's holding you back either. The decision comes down to how much of your current brand still serves where you're going.

What do I receive at the end of a project?

A complete, ready-to-use brand system: the name (with trademark and domain checks), the full visual identity, and brand guidelines with applications and templates. Everything is built so your team can manage and apply the brand consistently - across web, print, packaging, and every other touchpoint - without coming back to us for every asset. You leave with an asset you own and can run with, not a folder of files you have to figure out.

What are brand guidelines, and why do I need them?

Brand guidelines are the rulebook that keeps your brand consistent without our supervision. They define how the logo, colours, typography, and visual language are used across every touchpoint, and they come with ready-made application templates that save production time. Without them, every new designer or agency reinterprets the brand in their own way. We deliver guidelines built to be used, not filed away.