Working with Bret on the Reporting Portal project was an exceptional experience.
From inception to delivery, the initiative moved with impressive speed, clarity, and precision.
Bret demonstrated a rare ability to connect with stakeholder and align their needs, rapidly prototype solutions, and work with the developers to deliver results that felt as polished as they were practical.
The outcome was not only highly functional, but it also captured the attention of senior leaders across the organization - several of whom remarked on its striking design and intuitive experience.
This project remains one of the standout examples of smooth execution and high-impact delivery during his time with our team that others sought to emulate but could never achieve.
Bret isn't kidding about his superpower.
His attention to detail and his process for extracting information out of conversations and technical designs are second to none. Without Bret, my product likely wouldn't have moved beyond backend.
He has a unique ability to understand technical goals and translate them into UI/UX that makes sense for users.
He made me reflect on my goals and why I started working on the product in the first place, which truly brought it to life. Thank you, Bret!
I was Bret's line manager when were both working on modernizing our Customer Service Portal, consumed daily by thousands of customers. I asked him to create a design system to help developers delivering digital products faster and better, while strictly aligning on our brand identity. What Bret came up with was something different to what I originally anticipated, in a very good way. As a matter of fact, what he produced became the go-to place for more than just our technical teams. Version after version, the system he designed became a reference for anyone involved in creating customer-facing content.
This is what happens when you work with people that can see beyond the original concept, and who can deal with abstraction to create something future proof. When even the smallest things are considered through the lens of the big picture, great things emerge. Bret is one of these guys.
Also, I believe we all love working with colleagues who can proactively reach out to other business units to aggregate the necessary knowledge. Marketing, Product Management, HR, Sales, Engineering: all got interviewed and their brain picked by Bret, so a static and annoying PDF file became a Brand Guidelines useful portal.
There’s a bit of magic when you work with someone who embodies your idea and then truly owns it. Bret is like that: he will turn it into something practical, and not just another vaporware. If you're looking for someone that can create real business assets, and finally turn them into practical outcomes, then you should 100% reach out to Bret.
I had the pleasure of working with Bret Steiner at NTT on their client reporting portal. Bret stood out as the only person who took the time to help me truly understand the products I was building. His approachable and friendly nature made him a joy to work with, and he was always committed to ensuring both my professional growth and personal well-being. His keen eye for design and UX was invaluable to the team, and his leadership style—focused on collaboration and empowerment—made him an outstanding Product Owner. Any company would be lucky to have Bret, especially those looking to create a supportive environment where development teams thrive.
I have had the pleasure of working with Bret at NTT for a couple of years; he was involved in several projects around the development of the company portal. He approached every project with a meticulous mindset, making sure that no detail was overlooked. Bret's ability to spot potential issues before they arise has proven to be invaluable, saving the team time and resources on the long run.
What truly stands out about Bret is his genuine care for the outcome of his work. He's not just focused on completing tasks but deeply invested in the final product. His dedication not only enhances the quality of the deliverables but also inspires those around him to strive for the same level of commitment.
Hence, I wholeheartedly recommend Bret for any opportunity that comes his way. His attention to detail and commitment to quality will undoubtedly make a significant impact in any role he pursues.
When Bret was brought on to work on the NTT AI project he immediately provided a ton of value to our team. He asked questions that made our entire team think harder about what exact problem we were trying to solve, and helped us get additional guidance from senior management when needed.
He made our product much better, and seeing him work changed how I will tackle software development projects moving forward as I see the value it provides.
During the one-and-a-half year project we both worked together, he showed a full commitment in delivering a high quality project. As a business analyst, he managed to understand the business needs in a very different environment from his own and always gave a plus from what was originally expected. As a colleague, I thank him for contributing to create a good team spirit.
If you need someone who quickly grasps your vision, uncovers hidden challenges, and partners with you to turn an idea into a market-ready product—this is where I thrive.
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