Our Core Team.
Our leadership team brings a proven track record, backed by a family legacy of builders and entrepreneurs who have developed real estate and projects across Kansas, Missouri, Texas, Illinois, Georgia, and Iowa.
With enough will and hard work, there’s always a way to build the future together. Partnering with our communities is our priority.
“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
CEO
Michael Cantu
Michael Cantu is the CEO of Stellar Forge, leading strategy, growth, and next-gen AI infrastructure development.
COO
Benjamin Orcutt
Benjamin Orcutt is the COO of Stellar Forge, overseeing operations, execution, and delivery across all AI infrastructure projects.
CSO
Scott Lippert
Scott Lippert is the CSO of Stellar Forge, driving strategic relationships and long-term growth initiatives.
CONTROLLER
Jan Crow
Jan Crow is the Controller of Stellar Forge, overseeing financial operations, accounting integrity, and reporting across all business units.
CTO
Steve Stava
Steve Stava is the CTO of Stellar Forge, leading technology strategy, systems architecture, and innovation across all compute platforms.
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.