OUR MISSION
To build a leading company that creates sustainable value in today's dynamic business environment.
Our Story
Vernum was founded in 2007 by Ukrainian entrepreneur Natalia Ignatchenko.
The name "Vernum," meaning spring in Latin, was chosen to reflect renewal, growth, and new beginnings - values that continue to guide the company's development.
The foundation of the holding was the automotive dealership business.
Its dynamic growth enabled the reinvestment of capital into the acquisition of new assets across various industries, leading to the diversification of the group's business portfolio.
To ensure effective management of the expanding asset portfolio, the Vernum Financial Company Group was established. Strategic oversight of the group is led by the Board of Directors, chaired by Anastasiya Ignatchenko, CEO of Auto-Activ.
In 2011, the holding established a commercial bank under the Vernum brand, focused on retail banking and project financing.
In 2016, Vernum Capital Management Limited was created within the group to develop a large-scale retail and entertainment center project in partnership with Novus, as well as to manage the group's growing real estate portfolio, which includes industrial enterprises, land assets, and residential property developments.
Mission
We are redefining the approach to business management by creating an environment that enables ambitious ideas and long-term growth.
Through this approach, we aim to shape a better future for our partners and clients while driving meaningful and sustainable change. Together with our partners, we focus on innovation, responsible development, and the continuous improvement of our businesses.
As one team, we work toward shared goals, building strong partnerships and delivering services of the highest standard.
Core Principles
Financial Stability
Innovation
- High Standards of Governance
- Client-Centric Approach
Contribution to Economic Development
Our Team
Anastasiya Ignatchenko
Holds two higher education degrees in the field of law. She earned a Ukrainian degree from the Institute of International Relations and a Swiss degree in International Relations. She also holds a PhD in Law.
Managing Partner of the law firm Ignatchenko & Partners. Earlier in her career, she worked in the financing department of an Austrian bank and gained extensive experience in managing investment portfolios.
For more than five years, she has successfully led Auto-Activ, developing and expanding the automotive business.
Natalia Ignatchenko
Natalia Ignatchenko has been working in the fields of economics, finance, and capital markets since 1996. Since 2007, she has been actively involved in the automotive dealership business.
She is the founder of Auto-Activ, the first official INFINITI dealer in Ukraine, and Service Rapid, the official ACURA dealer in Ukraine.
From 2011 to 2019, she served as Chairwoman of the Supervisory Board of Vernum Bank.
Natalia holds two higher education degrees from the Kyiv National Economic University. In 2017, she successfully defended her doctoral thesis and was awarded a PhD in Economics.
In 2016, Natalia Ignatchenko became the recipient of the Ukrainian National Award "Woman of the Third Millennium" in the Ranking category.
Elena Ristaavara
Olena Ristaavara has more than 25 years of successful experience in the real estate industry. She has held senior positions at leading international companies, including Cushman & Wakefield, Colliers International, Accent REIM, and KPMG.
She has participated in and led a number of landmark real estate projects, including Okhta Center, Tushino 2018 / Spartak Stadium, Gorki City, and Akademicheskiy.
Olena is considered a pioneer in the development of hospitality and complex real estate projects in the Russian market.
She holds an MBA from St. Michel Polytechnic University and is a certified real estate professional (MRICS, CCIM).
Lesia Horitska
Lesia Horitska has more than 27 years of professional experience in finance. She has held senior positions at KPI OTI LLC and Vernum Bank.
Earlier in her career, she spent nearly ten years working in the State Tax Administration, serving as a tax auditor and inspector in the departments responsible for currency control and documentary audits of legal entities.
Lesia graduated from the Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics.
Anastasiia Koshman
Creative Director of the Marketing Department.
Anastasiia Koshman has more than 12 years of experience in television and media. Throughout her career, she has developed strong expertise in storytelling, brand communication, and content strategy.
As Creative Director, she is responsible for shaping the group's marketing vision, developing creative concepts, and building effective communication strategies. Her work focuses on strengthening brand identity, creating high-impact media content, and supporting the company's strategic growth through modern marketing approaches.