OUR TEAM
Founder & CEO
CHAD RICHARDSON
Born in Sioux City, Iowa, grew up in Lawton and graduated from Morningside College in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in accounting. He spent six years in the industry, in both the public and private sectors. In 2016 he invented "The Dog Pouch," which aims to provide a carry-all solution for walking your dog. Five years later, after gaining much experience, exceptional management skills, and deep knowledge about the market and technology, he resurrected his invention and began researching extensively to bring the product and many other products to market. After one year of business building, making fruitful partnerships, meeting highly qualified people from all over the world to add value to the company, and testing his negotiation and leadership skills, he brought it to market and began with the execution of the foundation with the mission to be a global leader in bringing new, innovative, and sustainable products to market for others for free to innovate the world forward.
"I love working at Lawton Lighthouse because I have a global work team with world-class talent that is extraordinarily united and committed to the company, making us a working team. Likewise, three of my passions come together in the company, solving complex and real-world issues, innovation, and meeting new people; at Lawton Lighthouse, we do this every day, discovering new ways of working, new materials and products, new procedures, and forming lasting relationships with teammates, clients, suppliers and partners worldwide."
Vice President Lawton Global
ANUP RAO BOINAPALLY
Graduate from NITW and has experience working with prominent projects such as Capacity Building of Indian Government at PwC but has experience working in sprints in startups such as Ketto and GBit Studios. He wants to transform the way the world works when coming to businesses in manufacturing and content creation.
"I love problem-solving. At Lawton Lighthouse, I can interact with people in all industries and help them with our additive manufacturing services."
Vice President of Production
Khagesh Deshpande
Five years of experience in 3D printing and two years in industrial automation. He helps his clients by taking their concepts and building prototypes, reducing their production timelines by batch production, and customizing their gifting solutions.
"I love working at Lawton Lighthouse as it allows me to use my experience and take on challenges on a global platform."
Vice President of Business
JACOB HOFFMAN
He started his record label as a freshman in college and has been a part of several startup companies in multiple industries. Has work experience after college as an incubator, working on Web3 projects and developing apps for more civic engagement in the U.S. Also has a strong background in marketing, research, and business development, able to support Lawton Lighthouse in becoming a leading additive manufacturing and product incubation company.
"Initially, I joined Lawton because of the mission and vision statement - but then I started working in the company, and I love it because the leadership is very supportive. Being in a small company, you have a say in the organization's grand plan, and you can witness the company grow and growth in yourself. Lawton wants to make the world better and more sustainable, and so do I."
Project Manager and Customer Support Director
MAXWEL NGWANA
An experienced Project Manager and Customer Support professional with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations. With five years of delivering exceptional support and building positive client relationships, providing innovative solutions, and exceeding customer expectations. Always up for creating a fun yet professional work environment and thinking, "Together, we’re going green."
"I'm happy I landed at Lawton, a vibrant organization valuing innovation, diversity, and most importantly, GREEN!"
Marketing Design Specialist
MILAGROS LOPEZ MEDINA
Graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor's in Digital Arts and Sciences in 2022 and has been searching to integrate her passion for design in 3D printing. She is constantly innovating, imagining, and creating a brighter future for 3D Printing and polishing her abilities to be a better professional.
"I Love Working at Lawton because it feels like a community, with sustainability and goals that have given me the inspiration and motivation to keep creating."
Electrical Engineer
LUCAS DIETER DE MOURA
Brazilian citizen graduated in Electrical Engineering from Unisinos, Electrical technician and a former CEO of a automation company. More than 10 years of experience in project design, electrical design and engineering positions gave the experience to build a company of machinery, that had continental range of product sales. Working as a CEO he could bring the company to 7 years of increasing profit and company growth. He’s objective is always to learn, get new experiences and to bring his abilities to new projects and companies.
“I’m loving the experience to work at Lawton Lighthouse, because the company’s mission is really close to mine and this brings me so many possibilities to help growth. LL is always open to new ideas and is working towards a better world, and I’m really grateful that I can be a part of it.”