Jonathan Colbert
About Jonathan Colbert
Jonathan Colbert is a seasoned professional in the electric vehicle and marketing sectors, currently serving as the VP of Marketing at Voltera. He has held various leadership roles at notable companies, including Mercedes-Benz USA and Rivian, and has a strong educational background in business and technology.
Current Role at Creative Planning
Jonathan Colbert is part of the Practice Development Team at Creative Planning, where he has been contributing since 2020. His role involves strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the firm's service offerings and client engagement. With a focus on practice development, he collaborates with various teams to implement effective marketing strategies and improve operational efficiencies.
Experience at Voltera
Since 2022, Jonathan Colbert has served as the Vice President of Marketing at Voltera. In this capacity, he focuses on scaling electric vehicle charging solutions, particularly for fleet decarbonization. His expertise in marketing and business development supports the company's mission to advance sustainable transportation solutions.
Professional Background
Jonathan Colbert has a diverse professional background in marketing and business development across various industries. He worked at Mercedes-Benz USA in several roles, including CASE Infrastructure & Charging Lead and Implementation Manager for the Electric Vehicle and Mobility Solutions Team. His tenure at Rivian included positions as Sr. Product Manager for AC Charging and Director of the Rivian Waypoints Network, where he played a key role in deploying charging stations in significant locations.
Educational Qualifications
Jonathan Colbert holds an MBA in Management of Technology from the Georgia Institute of Technology - Scheller College of Business, which he completed in 2019. He also earned a Certificate of Global Leadership from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, focusing on conducting business in China. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Sales from Florida State University.
Notable Contributions
Throughout his career, Jonathan Colbert has made significant contributions to electric vehicle infrastructure. He was instrumental in planning the deployment of charging stations in Yosemite National Park and played a key role in the Transamerica Trail Drive project with MotorTrend. As one of the founding members of the Mercedes-Benz USA CASE Team, he focused on North American charging and infrastructure initiatives.