Profile
This is me
I'm Barnabás Bánáti — proud father of 2 wonderful kids, husband, car enthusiast, nature lover, and coffee addict. I'm also an expert in sales, marketing, and communication with a passion for helping new entrepreneurs turn ideas into strong, strategic brands. I founded HEADSTART branding to provide startups and passion projects with everything they need to launch — all in one place.
Branding doesn't have to be complicated. When I was helping create my wife’s first business, I reached out to several agencies and quickly realized how overwhelming — and overpriced — the process could be. So I took it into my own hands and built the brand from the ground up — which soon became the most successful in the area. In the years since, I’ve helped numerous friends and clients do the same.
I don’t just design logos and websites — I bring my real-world expertise in sales, marketing, and communication into every project. That means I can offer guidance on pricing strategy, brand tone, visual style, messaging, and how to actually connect with your audience — not just look good on Instagram.
Whether you're launching a startup or building your first side hustle, I’ll help you build a cohesive brand that looks professional, communicates clearly, and actually sells — without the stress of coordinating multiple contractors.
Can't wait to help you make your brand easy, effective, and ready to grow.
Barna
What makes me different
More than just a logo and website
I don’t just design your brand — I help you build it with purpose. With a background in sales, marketing, and communication, I bring real-world strategy into every project. From pricing and positioning to visuals and messaging, I make sure your brand doesn’t just look great — it works.
No wasted time, energy and money
Don't bother wasting time juggling a brand designer, web developer, social media manager, photographer, and print shop.
With HEADSTART branding, everything is handled in one streamlined package. I save you time, energy, and hassle — so you can focus on what you do best: your product.
Find out which package suits you the best.
Who I work with
Startups
You’ve got a big idea, a business plan, and maybe even your first product - but your brand isn’t quite there yet. You need a strong visual identity, a functional website, and online presence that earns trust from day one.
You want to launch fast, look professional, and stand out in a competitive market - without juggling five different freelancers. That’s where HEADSTART branding comes in
Passion Projects
You’re turning your talent or hobby into something real - a business, a side hustle, or a personal brand you’ve been dreaming about for years. You care deeply about how it looks and feels, but don’t know where to start (or don’t want to waste time figuring it out). HEADSTART branding helps you bring your vision to life with ease, so your project looks as good as it deserves to
Complete rebrands
Your business has evolved - but your brand hasn’t kept up. Maybe your visuals feel outdated, your messaging no longer fits, or you’re targeting a whole new audience. You need a fresh, cohesive identity that reflects where you are now. With HEADSTART branding, you get a full rebrand done right - from strategy to execution - without the stress of managing multiple creatives
What's the process
1. Contact
We start with a free, no-pressure chat about your brand and goals. If we’re a great fit, fantastic - but even if we're not, you’ll walk away with tips and insights to move forward
2. Package
We choose the package that fits your needs, sign a simple contract that protects both sides, and officially kick off your branding journey
3. Brand identity
Based on your vision, I design your full brand identity - including logo, colors, print materials, and everything else needed to bring your brand to life
4. Photoshoot
I organize a custom photoshoot to match your brand style - whether it’s portraits, product shots, or creative images that set the tone
5. Social sites
Your social platforms get set up with a professional story, visuals, and ready-to-use post templates to build your presence from day one
6. Website
I design a modern, responsive website that showcases your brand - complete with contact forms, maps, SEO, and all the tools you need to grow