Sarah Williams

Biography

Sarah M. Williams

Sarah is co-founder and CEO of Propel, which invests in entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers building a more just and equitable society. Propel uses blended capital (political, investment, philanthropic) and invests 100% of its assets in alignment with its mission. Portfolios include Propel Democracy to build progressive power in the US and Propel Ventures to invest in early stage social impact companies.

Previously Sarah led her own consulting firm, working with foundations, donors, and corporations to strengthen giving and impact investing strategies. She also launched and led the Pfizer Foundation, with over $320 million in assets, and worked in government and as an organizer.

Sarah is also a lifelong activist, working in the early days of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in NYC, at the state level for access to health care, for various candidates for elected office, and with people and families affected by the criminal legal system. She serves on the boards o