Lavon Caston

About Lavon Caston

I’m a Marine Corps veteran and transformation leader turned founder, driven by a passion for creating smarter systems and more human-centered digital experiences.For over 15 years, I’ve helped organizations scale with purpose, leading enterprise application strategy, CRM innovation, process automation, and customer-focused change initiatives across industries like SaaS, PropTech, and IT services.Now, I’m channeling that experience into something personal: VoltConnect, a platform designed to simplify and enhance the electric vehicle experience by combining charging, navigation, community, and commerce into one clean, connected space.My focus is on building tools that reduce friction, increase impact, and actually serve the people who use them. Whether I’m streamlining enterprise operations or launching a product for everyday drivers, I lead with clarity, integrity, and the intent to deliver lasting value.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Voltconnect

   Nov 2024 — Present

   VoltConnect is a live (beta) digital platform designed to support the next generation of EV drivers and clean-energy advocates through smarter planning, meaningful community, and connected tools, all in one experience.As founder, I lead the end-to-end vision, platform strategy, and growth efforts while guiding development, and partnerships.Focus Areas:• Driving the product roadmap and shaping the user experience for VoltConnect’s all-in-one EV + clean energy community• Overseeing launch of the EV News Feed, and upcoming events and navigation/charging tools• Building partnerships with creators, clubs, and industry stakeholders to expand reach• Leading beta growth campaigns (YouTube, social media, affiliate program)• Managing early monetization through subscriptions and affiliate programs• Ensuring community values, collaboration, sustainability, and inclusivity, remain at the center as VoltConnect scalesVoltConnect is currently in beta release with ongoing feature rollouts planned through 2025.