Meet the Founder:
Susan Pieper
Susan Pieper is a creative director turned modern-day meaning seeker — a storyteller who believes happiness has flavors and that every soul carries a story worth sharing.
Born in New Jersey, refined in New York City, sun-softened in Los Angeles, and spiritually awakened in Raleigh, Susan’s life has been one long cross-country quest for joy, purpose, and the magic tucked inside ordinary moments. Along the way, she became an award-winning creative leader, shaping brand identities, producing multimedia storytelling, and guiding teams with equal parts vision, heart, and humor.
After years of building brands, campaigns, and “big ideas,” Susan felt pulled toward something deeper — a calling to create spaces where people could share the truth of who they are. That whisper became 5 Flavors of Happiness, her growing platform and storytelling series dedicated to exploring the spiritual, emotional, and beautifully human paths we take to joy.
Today, Susan blends creative craft, spiritual curiosity, and a little Jersey edge as she interviews extraordinary everyday people, writes about the soul’s journey, and builds tools that help others feel seen, grounded, and connected. Whether she’s directing a video, designing a webpage, or guiding a guest through their story, Susan’s mission is simple: help people remember the light they carry — and maybe laugh a little while they do.
