Stephen Beard

Stephen Beard is an experienced professional in the logistics and supply chain industry, currently serving as the Vice President of Sales at Flex Global Services & Solutions in Reno, Nevada.1 His career spans over three decades, showcasing a progression through various leadership roles in operations, business development, and sales.

Career Highlights

• Current Role: VP of Sales at Flex Global Services & Solutions (as of May 2024)2
• Previous Positions:
  • VP of Transportation at PFS (October 2022 - May 2024)
  • VP of Solutions and VP Network Development at FLEXE
  • VP of Operations at Because Market
  • Director of Global Fulfillment and Logistics at Tile
  • Director of Client Solutions at ModusLink
  • VP of Operations-West Region CL at Kuehne + Nagel
  • Director of Business Development at UPS SCS

Education

Stephen Beard holds an MBA from Santa Clara University's Leavey School of Business, which he obtained between 2000 and 2003.1 He also has a Bachelor's degree from Golden Gate University and an Associate's degree from De Anza College.

Additional Roles and Contributions

• Academic: Served as an Adjunct Professor at Santa Clara University for over 16 years
• Industry Involvement: Held the position of VP of Partnerships for CSCMP Silicon Valley / SF Roundtable
• Community Engagement: Has been involved in various community roles, including Vice Chairman of the Board for Morgan Hill Granada Preservation Society and Deacon Moderator at Morgan Hill Presbyterian Church

Stephen Beard's LinkedIn profile (username: beardstephen) reflects a professional with extensive experience in supply chain management, logistics, and business development, who has recently taken on a new challenge leading the Sales team for Flex Global Services & Solutions.12