Notable Alumni

Lance Hirsch is co-founder and president of Focus POS Systems, a Texas-based company that delivers innovative software technology to the hospitality industry. Since 1990, the company has installed thousands of uncomplicated solutions that best position clients for profitability and competitive advantage. Focus POS Systems recently unveiled a new cloud-based point-of-sale software that circumvents problems that arise in the event of a network connection failure. 

Carlos has a diverse career in IT. Prior to joining Ceres Technology , Carlos worked in in a variety of leadership positions at companies including Deloitte Consulting, Alsbridge, ISG/TPI and Oracle Corporation. Carlos is the former president and CEO of Sequoia Network Services. He is a past member of the Stephen F. Austin State University Board of Regents, Texas Manufactured Housing Association Board and the Citizens Development Center in Dallas. He is also a past board member of the North Texas History Center and a graduate of the FBI Citizens and Plano Police Citizens academies.

Imagine having a job waiting for you upon graduation with one of the most innovative companies in the world. Sam Jentsch was a double-major in mathematics and computer science, and he joined Google’s ranks upon graduation. Sam worked hard during his time at SFA – participating in three internships, including one with NASA and another with GE Oil and Gas, where his innovation project won a first-place award. Sam worked as a tutor and a teacher’s assistant while a student at SFA. In addition, he was self-employed as a freelance developer. Sam was also active in several clubs and organizations: He served as president of the SFA chapter of Upsilon Pi Epsilon (computer science honors society) and was a member of the SFA Chapter of Pi Mu Epsilon (mathematics honors society).