Our Story
How We Build
Practical software and AI, built for people who build things. Outcomes first, technology second.
Founder Story
From Hands-On to High-Tech
by Franco Presta, Founder
I was born and raised in Itasca, Illinois, in a tight-knit Italian immigrant family. My earliest memories are of being surrounded by people who built things - general contractors, restaurant owners, tradespeople, and entrepreneurs.
They worked long hours, solved problems with their hands, and poured everything into the businesses they created. But there was something else I noticed: when it came to technology, most of them felt left behind.
Computers, software, and digital systems seemed complicated, expensive, and untrustworthy. They weren't built for the people I knew.
I was one of the few in my circle who dove headfirst into programming and technology. And as I learned, one thing became clear: technology shouldn't be a barrier. It should be a tool.
Our Mission
SIQstackbringsthebenefitsoftechnologytopeoplewho'veneverhadtheluxuryoftrustingit.
What We Stand For
What SIQ Means
Speed
Move fast with focus. Deliver value early. Avoid waste.
Intelligence
Smart tools that remove friction and support good decisions.
Quality
Dependable builds you can run, change, and trust over time.
Speed. Intelligence. Quality. All stacked into one powerful digital solution.
What Drives Us
Core Values
Purposeful Innovation
Every solution is built in partnership with our clients to solve real business challenges and create measurable results.
Business-First Technology
We put goals before gadgets. AI-powered tools are designed to serve your strategy, not overshadow it.
Practical Intelligence
We build smarter, leaner systems with AI — always focused on simplicity, usability, and impact.
Work With Us
Let's build tools that actually move the needle.
Whether you're building a house or building software, the goal is the same: create something that lasts, something that works, and something you can be proud of.