Our Core Team.
Stellar Forge Compute grew in Western Kansas with the belief that something built locally can have a global impact.
Our roots come from bringing together generations of builders and entrepreneurs - local to Kansas - and our growth has been supported by Kansas talent, communities, utilities, local contractors, engineers, and partners. It takes a village to build something worthwhile.
Our contracting workforce you probably know by name, and they may even work as service folks for your local electric and HVAC needs.
As we grow to support technology and infrastructure on a global scale, we believe that growth should also create opportunity where it started. The communities that help build the future are benefiting from it.
“We consider ourselves part of the community—we’re families, parents, and neighbors too. We want what every family wants: a safe, strong, and prosperous community.”
— Michael Cantu
Roots in Western Kansas. Supported by Kansas talent. Sustainable Engineering (Zero-Water) - Bio-Degradable Solutions. Growing to serve globally.
CEO
Michael Cantu
Michael Cantu is co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Stellar Forge Compute. He leads the company's strategy, growth, and development of next-generation AI infrastructure. He also directs execution across Stellar Forge's multi-campus portfolio of power assets.
COO
Benjamin Orcutt
Benjamin Orcutt is co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Stellar Forge Compute. He oversees operations, execution, and delivery across all AI infrastructure projects. He specializes in operationalizing businesses for consistent 24/7 performance.
CSO
Scott Lippert
Scott Lippert is Chief Strategy Officer of Stellar Forge Compute. He drives strategic relationships and long-term growth initiatives. Through his family office, he also creates value across a portfolio of companies.
CONTROLLER
Jan Crow
Jan Crow is Controller of Stellar Forge Compute. She oversees financial operations, accounting, and reporting across all business units. She previously served as controller for commercial real estate portfolios totaling millions of square feet.
CTO
Steve Stava
Steve Stava is Chief Technology Officer of Stellar Forge Compute. He leads technology strategy, systems architecture, and innovation across all compute platforms. He previously served as Director of Technology Consulting Services at World Wide Technology, advising Fortune 100 companies.
CFO
Mark Crow
Mark Crow is Chief Financial Officer of Stellar Forge Compute. He brings extensive experience from the Department of Defense contracting sector, where he managed the affairs of a company with more than 1,800 employees.
VP of Data Center Engineering
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Mark Pfeifer, PE, is Vice President of Data Center Engineering at Stellar Forge Compute. A licensed Professional Engineer with more than 15 years in power systems, he has worked on utility-scale generation, transmission, and mission-critical facilities for Idaho Power, the Bureau of Reclamation, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Mark leads utility coordination, interconnection strategy, and engineering delivery across Stellar Forge's growing multi-campus portfolio.
Project Coordinator - New Sites
Luis Ibarra
Luis Ibarra is Lead Project Coordinator at Stellar Forge Compute. He started as a site manager across several of the company's sites. He now coordinates new site development across the company's portfolio of assets and workstreams.
Our Community Pledge
We pledge to operate responsibly, communicate openly, and invest locally. We will prioritize safety, protect natural resources, create opportunities, and always make decisions with the well-being of this communities at the center.
Thank you for your continued contributions!
Friendship Feast
This is awesome!! I have students talking all about it for next year.
DGX Spark High School Teacher
Thank you so much for supporting our project!
Ms. Sarah
Thank you for your continuous support! My students and I appreciate how generous you have been with us. Your commitment to our community is invaluable!
Ms. Orpinel
Thank you so much for funding this project. These materials are crucial to helping teach young students the importance of these life skills.
Mrs. Jade
Thank you so much for continuing to support the County Fair!
Ford County Fair
Thank you for your continued heartfelt contributions!
Salvation Army
Thank you so much for your support for our program Hablemos!
University of Kansas
Thank you, thank you for funding this project! This means so much to me and my students.
Mrs. Veeder
Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Because of your kindness, we now have rolling carts and sensory materials that will make a meaningful difference for my students every single day.
Ms. Crystal
All of our students are so happy to have received the scholarships to travel abroad. You are truly making a difference!
Lee University
Thank you for taking the time to understand who we are and what we stand for. We’re here to be good neighbors, good partners, and good stewards of the place you call home. Together, we can build a future that lifts everyone.