From idea to scalable product: Tech leadership that moves fast and delivers
Hi, I'm Michael Schmitt — Tech Lead, Creative Technologist, and Software Entrepreneur. I help startups and growth-stage companies move fast, scale smart, and turn bold ideas into impactful digital products.
Bridge your vision to reality
With 15+ years leading software teams and launching innovative products, I combine deep technical expertise with a strategic founder mindset. From pre-seed MVPs to enterprise-ready platforms, I help organizations move from vision to working product—faster. My background blends engineering, marketing, and advanced AI training—giving me the range to shape big-picture strategy and execute the details. Whether you're building from scratch or scaling up, I bring the experience and energy to get it done.
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Create compelling content
Working on innovation projects, I realized the tools for creating product and marketing copy just didn't cut it. In 2020, I started Storyliner, a creative platform designed specifically for creatives and content teams. The Software-as-a-Service platform empowers you to create compelling content. With the creative support of artificial intelligence, you can compose concepts faster and collaborate more effectively.
- Founded in 2020
- 100% bootstrapped
- Winner of the German Excellence Award
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Looking for a partner to lead tech with speed and clarity?
I partner with founders, executives, and product teams to cut through complexity, align roadmaps, and build user-centered software that scales. I thrive in ambiguity, structure chaos, and help companies go from 'idea' to 'live' without losing momentum. If you're seeking a trusted tech leader who brings both startup urgency and executional rigor—let's talk.