Feb 12, 2025
Susan Flippen is the CEO of The Flippen Group, a company dedicated to improving leadership, education, and personal development through research-backed strategies. Under her leadership, The Flippen Group has impacted thousands of educators and students across the country, helping to build stronger school cultures and improve student outcomes. Susan’s passion for creating environments where individuals can thrive has made her a leading voice in the education and leadership space.
In this episode, Susan shares the story behind The Flippen Group, from its humble beginnings to becoming a transformative force in education and leadership. She discusses the importance of building relational capacity in schools, how Capturing Kids’ Hearts is helping teachers reconnect with their passion, and the power of generosity in leadership. Susan also reveals how she and her husband, Flip, built an organization focused on developing people, equipping teachers, and inspiring future generations.
"The most important person in the world is the one right in front of you." – Susan Flippen
"Love well, and build the kind of relationships that create real change." – Susan Flippen
"Forgiveness is the greatest gift you can give—whether the other person asks for it or not." – Susan Flippen
This Week on The Wow Factor:
- How Susan and Flip Flippen founded The Flippen Group and grew it into a nationwide leader in education and leadership development
- The impact of Capturing Kids’ Hearts and how it’s transforming classrooms by equipping teachers with the tools to build stronger relationships with students
- Why relational capacity is key to student success and school culture
- How The Flippen Group has maintained a strong, mission-driven organization with over 650 employees across the U.S.
- The power of generosity in leadership and why serving others is the foundation of a thriving organization
- Why Susan believes that businesses and communities must step up to support teachers and schools
- The role of faith, vision, and persistence in building a company that makes a lasting difference
Susan Flippen’s Words of Wisdom:
"Forgiveness is one of the greatest gifts you can give—whether or not it’s asked for. True leadership starts with looking inward, learning from challenges, and moving forward with love and grace."
Connect with Susan Flippen and The Flippen Group:
- The Flippen Group Website
- Susan Flippen's Profile
- Capturing Kids' Hearts
- The Flippen Group on Facebook
- The Flippen Group on Instagram
- The Flippen Group on LinkedIn
- The Flippen Group on YouTube
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