The Management Team has in excess of 30 years of data center experience. This makes it possible for the company to both understand and anticipate our clients’ requirements.
Louis Kirchner, President and CEO
Mr. Kirchner brings to Herakles more than 30 years of experience in financial and operational leadership. Prior to Herakles he served as a financial advisor to Integrated Surgical Systems, a manufacturer of image directed robotic products for surgical applications used in neurological and orthopedic surgeries. At Rob Roy Industries, a diversified international manufacturer of electronic, electrical and oil field equipment, he was executive vice president and chief financial officer involved in extensive mergers and acquisitions. He has also held various financial management positions for several units of the Westinghouse Electric Corporation.
Mr. Kirchner earned a BS in Economics from Washington and Jefferson College and an MBA from New York University.
John Thomas, Director of Operations
Mr. Thomas brings to Herakles more than 20 years of diversified experience in operational management, predominately in the information technology fields. Prior to joining Herakles, he was employed by Inflow, an Internet data colocation and service provider. At Inflow, he was responsible for network operations, customer service and facilities management. He was also instrumental in the successful start up and operation of the Sacramento facility. His experience in many facets of data center operation and customer service continues to strengthen the operational areas of Herakles.
Mr. Thomas is a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Laurence Stancil, Director of Facilities
Mr. Stancil brings to Herakles more than 17 years of experience in project management, Facilities IT and critical systems maintenance. Prior to joining Herakles, he was employed with Health Net, Inc. At Health Net, he was responsible for all Health Net IT Facilities including the design and engineering of Health Net’s 22 critical facilities.
Mr. Stancil earned an A.S. in Computer Information Science from Coleman College and a BS in Industrial/Scientific Photographic Technology from Brooks Institute of Photography.
