Volta Power Systems has announced the appointment of new CEO Dave DeGraaf as part of the expansion of its leadership structure. With more than 20 years of leadership experience in technology and the advanced energy industry, DeGraaf is uniquely positioned to lead the company into its next phase of growth in new and international markets.
Volta has grown quickly since its founding in 2014, driven by high demand in the RV market for off-grid energy systems. The company’s systems are now common on a host of Class A and Class B RVs in the marketplace, including Winnebago’s flagship Travato.
Jack Johnson, who has led since the company’s inception, will take on the role of chief technology officer to focus on customer relationships, product strategy, value creation, and marketing.
“We decided early in 2020 that we needed to add to our leadership structure and bring on a CEO with a proven track record of success in the mobility and technology markets,” Johnson said. “With the richness and relevance of his past industry experience, Dave is an excellent fit for leading Volta into an exciting future.”
In his new position at Volta, DeGraaf will focus on organizational growth, building customer relationships, operations, and leading the company’s growth strategy.
“As a member of the Johnson Controls team that developed the advanced technology behind Volta, I saw first-hand what an industry game-changer this technology is, with superior performance, capabilities, quality, environmental benefit, and value to customers,” DeGraaf said. “I’m honored to lead this motivated, cohesive team that is innovating new products and revolutionizing the industries we serve.”
Before joining Volta Power Systems, DeGraaf served as President and CEO for Gill Industries, a $350M-plus global manufacturer of automotive stamping, seat frames, furniture mechanisms, and recliners culminating in the successful restructuring and sale to Lear Corporation.
