Drive Point of Sale was founded in 2015 by Chris LaForge and Ryan Hoy, two industry professionals with a shared vision to deliver smarter, more reliable business solutions.
Before launching Drive, Chris spent over 15 years working in the restaurant industry, gaining firsthand insight into the challenges operators face every day. That experience led him to a role at MICROS, a global leader in point-of-sale systems for restaurants and hospitality. Chris quickly found success and spent more than five years with the company, but as the market evolved and MICROS was acquired, he saw a growing gap in the industry—one that legacy providers were no longer positioned to fill.
Recognizing a new opportunity, Chris reached out to longtime friend Ryan Hoy.
At the time, Ryan was helping lead Liberty Security Services, a company he co-founded in 2010 specializing in security systems and network infrastructure. With a strong background in technology and a passion for building scalable solutions, Ryan shared Chris’s belief that the POS industry was ready for a more agile, service-driven provider.
Combining Chris’s deep knowledge of restaurants and POS sales with Ryan’s technical and networking expertise, Drive Point of Sale was born.
Today, Drive proudly serves over 500 merchant clients across five states, delivering customized solutions to restaurants, retail stores, medical offices, and e-commerce businesses. Chris and Ryan remain hands-on leaders, guiding a dedicated team that shares their commitment to innovation, integrity, and customer success.
At Drive, we’re more than a POS provider—we’re a partner in helping your business thrive.