About Us

Sage Williams is the Founder and Consultant at Sage Carter Advisory LLC, a premier consulting firm focused on catalyzing business success and community well-being through human-centric strategies, innovation, and value creation. Sage Carter Advisory partners with businesses to achieve sustainable growth, forge strategic partnerships, and harmonize operations with the communities they serve.

Sage brings over 10 years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience across industries, including international trade, product management, business intelligence, and strategic consulting. He has held key roles such as Process System Engineer, Marketing Consultant, Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Analyst, International Trade Consultant, and Business Intelligence Lead, working with organizations like Youth Entrepreneurs of Kansas, Georgia-Pacific, and Empowered.

At Sage Carter Advisory, Sage has led startups to profitability, secured over $3 million in funding opportunities, and built high-profile partnerships. He has a proven track record of delivering data-driven solutions that foster economic impact and strategic growth. Notably, he achieved over $23.7 million in annual savings for Georgia-Pacific, facilitated $2.5 million in funding for educational fintech products, and connected clients to renewable energy enterprises with projected impacts of over $250 billion.

Sage’s expertise includes strategic business transformation, product and market innovation, and community enrichment. He is well-versed in leveraging business intelligence and data analytics tools, such as Tableau, Power BI, and Python, to drive operational efficiency and value creation for clients. 

He has also advised and represented artists and brands, enhancing their cultural and economic impact within communities, working with names like Jay Wood, Big Poppa Code, YBG Studios, and Zacharina.

Sage is a proud advocate for equitable community development, and his work has included mobilizing donor support for impactful initiatives and securing funding for small businesses. He was the founder and host of “Real Questions from Real People,” a podcast for scholars of the Fund II Foundation UNCF STEM Scholarship, and has held roles as an Advisory Board Member and Scholar Mentor.

As a 2023 Next Gen Under 30 Ambassador with the Kansas Department of Commerce, Sage is committed to empowering young scholars across the country. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Missouri, with a minor in Mathematics and Black Studies. Sage is also recognized as a 2018 Forbes Under 30 Scholar, a McNair Research Scholar, and a Next Gen Under 30 Honoree.

Sage Carter Advisory LLC is committed to empowering businesses and communities to achieve sustainable growth, create lasting value, and enrich the lives of all stakeholders. Sage’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and community impact makes him a trusted advisor and a sought-after speaker for those looking to create lasting change.