About us

DTiQ is a leading force in intelligent video-based security, drive-thru and loss prevention solutions, redefining how some of the top brands across the globe monitor and optimize their operations.

about dtiq

With over 25 years of experience, DTiQ is a leader in loss prevention, security, and operational efficiency. Its advanced video analytics provide real-time insights, enabling businesses to make data-driven decisions, reduce losses, and improve performance across restaurants, convenience stores, and retail environments. Trusted in over 47 countries, DTiQ’s comprehensive solutions ensure operational excellence and business growth.

DTiQ empowers Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), Convenience Stores, and Retail Businesses with industry-leading drive-thru technology and intelligent video-based surveillance to optimize operations and protect valuable assets. By enhancing speed of service, improving staff productivity, and elevating customer satisfaction, DTiQ helps increase profitability in a competitive market.

DTiQ by the numbers

3 million
SmartAudits™ performed
25+
different POS partnerships across restaurant, retail, and C-store
500+
Employees globally

Our leadership team

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JL
Valente
Chief Executive Officer
JL Valente was named DTiQ’s Chief Executive Officer in May 2024. JL develops strategic initiatives to continue to accelerate growth for DTiQ and manages day-to-day operations.
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Terence J.
Fitzpatrick
Chief Revenue Officer
Terence J. Fitzpatrick brings over two decades of dynamic leadership as a C-level executive, spearheading large-scale data-driven transformations for leading organizations worldwide.
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Steve
Habermas
Chief Product & Technology Officer
Steve Habermas was named DTiQ’s Chief Product & Technology Officer in February 2022. He is responsible for DTiQ’s product strategy and delivery, oversees the company’s product management, technology, and R&D functions.
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Saša
Zorović
Chief Financial Officer
Saša Zorović joined DTiQ in 2024 as Chief Financial Officer. With an impressive 30 years' career, Saša brings a tactical lens to DTiQ’s financial planning and strategy that will continue to elevate DTiQ’s efforts in the QSR, C-store, and retail space.
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Krzysztof
Osinski
SVP of R&D
Kris is an innovator, technology enthusiast, and experienced leader with over 20 years of professional work in the IT industry. Responsible for Research and Development at DTiQ, he is professional in building and managing efficient R&D organizations at a medium to large scale.
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Ted
Dolan
Vice President Strategy and Corporate Development
Ted Dolan joined DTiQ in January 2022. He is responsible for leading DTiQ’s Strategy and Corporate Development. In this role, Ted will lead corporate initiatives focused on growth, innovation, and advancing technologies that fulfill DTiQ’s vision of delivering improved ROI for our customers.
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Kate
Kosewski
Head of People Operations
Kate Kosewski joined the team at DTiQ in September 2022 to oversee the human resource function. In her day-to-day, you can find Kate building the HR function to support DTiQ’s growth plans and drive new culture initiatives.

25 years of DTiQ

DTiQ has come a long way in 25 years! Check out some of the major highlights.
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  • Drive-Thru Technology” Founded by Sam Naficy
  • Product Line Expanded from Headsets to Surveillance
  • DTT Chosen as Exclusive Supplier of Digital Surveillance Products on ABC’s “Extreme Makeover, Home Edition”

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  • DTT Named on Inc. 5000 List
  • DTT SmartAudit™ Tool Launches
  • DTT Joins PCI Compliance Council
  • DTT Named 17th Fastest-Growing Company by Los Angeles Business Journal
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  • MyDTT™ Enterprise Management Portal Launches
  • DTT Conducts One Million SmartAudit™ Reports
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  • DTT is the marketplace leader with unmatched loss prevention and managed services, including nationwide installations by DTT-certified specialists, 24/7/365 customer support, and 35,000+ installed locations
  • DTT Closes $80 Million Facility with Capital One & Completes Acquisition of LP Innovations Inc.
  • DTT Announces Appointment of Mike Coffey as New CEO
  • DTT Expands Offering with Acquisition of Leading Business Management Platform EZUniverse and 360iQ
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  • DTT re-brands as DTiQ, and consolidates LPI, 360iQ, and DTT operations into a single, comprehensive business intelligence and loss prevention solution
  • Digital Alpha leads $200M investment to acquire a majority stake in DTiQ, catalyzing the Cisco Meraki partnership and extending DTiQ's marketing-leading AI, cloud, and automation capabilities with a best-in-class video platform
  • Portfolio expansion with Summit Innovations for a full-service drive-thru solution
  • Organic growth through complementary technology and acquisitions with Digital Alpha investing in DTiQ
  • DTiQ turns 25 in 2023!