Beth Flippo Talks Trusting Your Instincts and Taking Up Space

Women in leadership are making a powerful impact on the supply chain industry. With fresh perspectives and a collaborative mindset, Women In Supply Chain™ are modernizing how supply chains operate. They focus on more than just efficiency and cost-savings—bringing emotional intelligence, communication savvy, and a deep commitment to building strong, resilient teams. That people-first approach can change everything, especially in a space that relies so heavily on relationships, coordination, and long-term trust to navigate ongoing disruption.

The biggest shifts we’re seeing are centered around agility and innovation. Women in leadership roles are often more flexible and stronger in creative problem-solving—exactly what’s needed in an unpredictable global environment. From navigating tariffs and geopolitical uncertainty to managing disruptions like port congestion or raw material shortages, these women leaders are leaning into transparency and collaboration. They don’t hold back; they ask the tough questions, challenge the status quo, and push for smarter tools that make supply chains more responsive.

And it’s not just about what’s happening at one business. Women In Supply Chain™ leadership are also building stronger relationships with suppliers and customers, investing in sustainability, and advocating for more inclusive and ethical practices. They’re changing the face of the industry—showing that leading with empathy and strength isn’t just possible, it’s incredibly effective. As more companies recognize the value of diverse leadership, we’re seeing supply chains become more adaptable, connected, and ready for whatever comes next.

And at Let’s Talk Supply Chain, we think this is more than a trend; it’s a movement. There’s a growing workforce of Women In Supply Chain™ who see and approach things differently, bringing fresh perspectives and out-of-the-box solutions. Our Let’s Talk Supply Chain Women In Supply Chain™ program, blog, and podcast series showcase the importance of greater gender representation.

We hope our Women In Supply Chain™ blog series motivates our readers to reimagine what’s possible and bring people from different backgrounds together for stronger and more meaningful collaboration.

This month, we are proud to feature Beth Flippo. Beth is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Dexa, an innovative aviation company dedicated to revolutionizing retail logistics with autonomous drone technology, aiming for a more connected and sustainable supply chain. She’s dedicated to developing and communicating a clear and inspiring vision for her company’s role in changing what’s possible for retail. Beth boasts a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science at Binghamton University. She has a certification in entrepreneurship from Small Business Growth Services and is a licensed UAS pilot.