Steward van Treel
The bridge between technology, clients and creativity.
I plan, coordinate and deliver — on time, within budget, at eye level with clients, stakeholders and developers.
Three pillars.One point of contact.
What sets me apart from pure PMs and pure devs: I can do both — and I speak everyone's language.
Technical Depth
Frontend development with React, Next.js and TypeScript. Own software and tools, self-hosted infrastructure, API integrations and automation. I know the engine room.
PM · PO · Agile
Product Owner and Scrum practitioner with a genuine agile mindset — not as a buzzword, but as a way of working. I think in MVPs, reduce waste relentlessly, and break complex requirements into clear, deliverable tasks. I automate, analyse processes, and translate technical realities into language that clients and stakeholders actually understand. Projects land within budget — and ahead of deadline when possible.
Creative Eye
I have a strong visual sensibility and can assess, challenge, and steer concepts, UX decisions, and design quality. That makes me the ideal counterpart for designers and creative teams — a PM who doesn't just nod.
Career.
My Projects.
Alongside agency work, I independently build tools, prototypes and systems — because I want to understand how things work, and I don't stop when the workday ends.
macOS Applications
Custom native macOS applications for specific workflows that no existing tool addressed — from media processing to productivity-enhancing utilities for day-to-day work.
AI-Assisted Workflow Tools
Personal assistant projects built on modern language models: workflow automations, smart utilities for research, documentation, and project management.
Web Apps for Data Analysis
Internal web applications for analysing and visualising complex datasets — tailored for specific analytical needs that off-the-shelf tools don't cover.
Self-Hosted Infrastructure
Fully self-managed server infrastructure: Docker-based services, reverse proxy, media and photo management, cloud storage, and automated monitoring with self-healing.
UI Concepts & Prototypes
Clickable prototypes and visual concepts for internal ideas and proof-of-concepts — born from the need to make thoughts tangible before they go into development.
PM Assistant
A custom desktop application connecting project management workflows with AI — automated analysis, reporting, and project overviews built into the daily routine.
Toolbox.
What others say.
Working with Steward was an absolute pleasure. His empathetic and reliable approach made collaboration genuinely enjoyable. He always took the time to explain the background behind decisions, and together we achieved a lot in a short time — including launching the new booking engine for kuoni.ch, lastminute.ch and helvetictours.ch. I'd work with Steward again without hesitation.
Steward demonstrated outstanding abilities in creative problem-solving and forward-thinking. These traits consistently drove results that surpassed our expectations. His proactive communication and focus on customer needs, paired with a well-organized and empathetic approach, made a significant difference in our projects. His ability to blend strategic insight with genuine understanding of both team and client needs is remarkable.
Steward possesses a unique blend of reliability, initiative, and expertise in agile project management. His passion for process optimisation, customer-centric approach, and adaptability make him a true professional. His innovative leadership and outstanding communication skills make it an absolute pleasure to work with him.
Steward joined the account mid-cycle — and the difference was clear immediately. His exceptional project management skills, his ability to simplify complex feature requirements into manageable deliverables, and his commitment to drive client success helped us take a business-critical project live — and in a much better form than initially planned.
I have had the privilege of collaborating with Steward for three years, and I can confidently say he is among the most dedicated team members I have ever worked with. He consistently surpasses expectations, inspires those around him, and his positive demeanour and outstanding communication skills make him an invaluable asset to any organisation.
Let's talk.
Whether a full-time role or a project — I look forward to hearing from you.