Dan Roland
CEO and co-founder
- Restaurant operations and hospitality
- POS systems and restaurant technology
- Restaurant business growth and multi-location management
- Software product strategy
- Catering and off-premise revenue
- Restaurant industry leadership
Meet Dan, the extraordinary leader at the helm of Katalyst. As the CEO and co-founder, Dan’s journey began within the very core of Katalyst’s success — the flagship restaurants. Having grown up surrounded by the essence of hospitality, he developed an inherent understanding of the industry’s nuances and the importance of exceptional customer experiences.
Dan’s roots in the restaurant industry run deep, spanning countless years of hands-on experience. From the front-of-house to the back-of-house, he honed his craft, consistently driving innovation and excellence in each role he undertook. His passion for delivering remarkable dining experiences fueled his unwavering dedication to raising the bar for the entire industry.
In addition to his restaurant expertise, Dan possesses a keen acumen in the software industry. Drawing upon his vast experiences and insights from both domains, he recognized the potential to revolutionize the restaurant business through technology. This realization sparked the foundation of Katalyst — a convergence of his lifelong passion for hospitality and his foray into the world of software.
Under Dan’s exceptional leadership, Katalyst has rapidly emerged as a game-changer in the POS solutions landscape. His innate ability to inspire and motivate the team has fostered an environment of innovation and collaboration, resulting in a robust and user-friendly POS system that empowers businesses across various industries.
With an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, Dan continues to drive Katalyst forward, making it the go-to choice for businesses seeking seamless and efficient solutions. As the company continues to expand its reach, Dan remains the driving force behind its vision to empower enterprises and revolutionize the way they operate.
In his free time, Dan can be found exploring new culinary experiences, fueling his passion for discovering fresh flavors and embracing diverse culinary traditions. His genuine love for food and people is evident in every aspect of Katalyst, making it a true reflection of his unwavering dedication to the art of hospitality.
Articles by Dan
9 game-changing strategies to market your restaurant’s catering
Unlock serious catering revenue with these nine catering strategies.
How an 8-location restaurant group found an innovation partner — and achieved a 10-year goal in just one year
After 7 years of failed attempts on legacy POS, an 8-location New Hampshire restaurant group rolled out KDS, reliable handhelds, and zero-downtime updates in 12 months on Katalyst.
The integration of artificial intelligence with point-of-sale systems: transforming retail efficiency and customer experience
How AI-driven POS systems are reshaping retail — from personalised checkout and dynamic pricing to inventory forecasting, fraud detection, and predictive maintenance.
History and evolution of point-of-sale systems in the restaurant industry
From 19th-century mechanical cash registers to today’s AI-powered cloud POS — how restaurant point-of-sale systems evolved over 140+ years.
Katalyst: the future of restaurant technology is here
Katalyst is the all-in-one restaurant management platform built by restaurateurs — combining POS, kitchen displays, loyalty, online ordering, and 250+ reports into one tool.
Why Katalyst POS is better than its competitors
What sets Katalyst POS apart: a restaurant-focused, all-in-one platform with native self-order kiosks, mobile pay, loyalty, deep analytics, and multi-location scalability.
Comparison of POS systems for restaurants: Katalyst, Aloha, Toast, and Square
Side-by-side comparison of the top restaurant POS systems — Katalyst, Aloha, Toast, and Square — across features, hardware, loyalty, reporting, and cost.
POS systems: technology stack and code age
How the age and architecture of a POS codebase affects features, scalability, security, and integration — and why a modern stack matters for the next decade.
Why loyalty programs are a game-changer for restaurants
How Katalyst’s loyalty program — granular accelerators, open API, and seamless POS integration — drives repeat visits, customer insight, and bottom-line revenue.
The value of payment processing embedded within Katalyst’s restaurant POS
How integrated payment processing inside Katalyst’s POS streamlines operations, enhances security with P2PE, and improves the guest experience.
24/7 US-based customer support: how Katalyst makes service the backbone of the platform
Why Katalyst’s 24/7 US-based customer support team — fluent in English and culturally aligned with American restaurants — drives faster resolutions and stronger brand trust.
Handheld season: unleash efficiency and customer spend
How server handheld devices boost average check sizes, eliminate kitchen-to-table runaround, and put loyalty, reservations, and reporting in your team’s palm.