Julie Johnson is an accomplished executive with over 20 years of experience working with leading corporations and disruptive startups, such as Ryder Systems Inc., Lightning eMotors, New Leaf Paper, and Wells Fargo. Currently, as the Head of Market Development and Growth Strategy North America at Volta Trucks.
Key topics in this conversation include:
- Promising applications for electric trucking
- The importance of decarbonizing quickly
- Overcoming the typical obstacles while introducing electric trucks
- Volta’s innovative cab design and pedestrian safety
- Julie’s path from sustainable paper to pharmaceuticals to clean transportation
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Julie’s Bio:
Julie Johnson is an accomplished executive with over 20 years of experience working with leading corporations and disruptive startups, such as Ryder Systems Inc., Lightning eMotors, New Leaf Paper, and Wells Fargo. Currently, as the Head of Market Development and Growth Strategy North America at Volta Trucks, Julie is passionate about driving change that will make our cities and communities cleaner and safer, improving the quality of life globally. She specializes in building new markets, navigating complex market and stakeholder dynamics, and implementing innovative strategies that deliver fast and sustainable flywheel growth. Julie values the importance of a strong culture and works collaboratively with ecosystem stakeholders to develop mission-alignment on critical priorities that drive collective action and successful business outcomes. Her vision for a net-zero carbon future is founded on a triple bottom line approach of People-Planet-Profit, fulfilling her deep passion for making a positive and lasting impact for future generations.
About Volta Trucks
- We are a full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services company. We offer next-generation, design-led products, and services, which aim to accelerate the transition to electric, whilst reducing the risk and complexity of electrification for our customers.
- The world’s first purpose-built 16-tonne electric truck, revolutionizing commercial vehicle operations and delivering a next-generation driving experience.
- Mission: To be the leader in zero emission transport, reducing the effects of global warming and making our cities safer, healthier and more pleasant for all
- Vision: Delivering full-electric trucks and revolutionizing vehicle ownership. Supporting and accelerating industry towards sustainable operations
- Our Purpose: Electric trucks for sustainable cities, with people at the heart of everything we do.
Future of Mobility:
The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields.