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Founded in 1964 by Edward Henley, the company has been a local staple for over 60 years. When Sager joined, he brought with him a fresh perspective and a desire to honor the Henley legacy while modernizing operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI didn\u2019t know anything about propane. I came in as green as grass,\u201d he said. \u201cBut I leaned on relationships and got involved with the Tennessee Propane Gas Association. Now, I\u2019m the senior director of Middle Tennessee for the organization. That helped me grow quickly in the industry.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His learning curve was steep, but his background in health care management gave him a leg up in streamlining operations and increasing compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI took the foundational knowledge my father-in-law passed down and added technology and efficiency,\u201d he said. \u201cWe were handcuffed to our desks before. Now our team can work from anywhere. We upgraded our systems, added crane trucks for deliveries, and diversified our pricing structures.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Those improvements have paid off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve grown more in the past five years than probably ever before,\u201d he said. \u201cOur gallons sold have definitely seen an uptick.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But for Sager, this career is about more than numbers; it\u2019s really all about legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI take legacy super seriously. I\u2019m just a steward of this opportunity,\u201d he said. \u201cI have a 2-year-old son and another on the way. I\u2019m hoping one day they\u2019ll step into it and take it even further than I can.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sager\u2019s passion for family extends beyond his immediate household. Though he lives in the small community of Arrington, he said he remains connected to Manchester, where the business is based and where his wife grew up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cManchester is a home away from home for us,\u201d he said. \u201cI got married there, my in-laws live there, I\u2019m involved in the chamber of commerce, and I even co-own a storage facility there.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Family is what drives his commitment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI\u2019d say my family is 100% my motivation,\u201d he said. \u201cThe business side will take care of itself, but you only get one chance to be a dad. I want to raise my kids in an environment where they see the value of hard work and stewardship.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Part of that stewardship is recognizing propane\u2019s evolving role in today\u2019s energy landscape. Though often overlooked in conversations about green energy, Sager is a vocal advocate for propane\u2019s potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cPropane is a green energy; it has no carbon footprint,\u201d he said. \u201cIt\u2019s versatile, whether you\u2019re building on a mountain or in a rural area. We can meet your energy needs.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Henley Propane is actively expanding to meet modern energy demands. The company recently launched dispensing units in surrounding communities and is preparing to service a school bus fleet that will run entirely on propane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThat\u2019s forward-thinking,\u201d Sager said. \u201cMost people assume school buses run on diesel, but there\u2019s a big push for clean energy. The cost savings alone from propane to diesel are huge.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Henley Propane is also exploring large-scale industrial projects, including fueling backup generators for energy plants and providing energy for glass factories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cOur handprints are on so many things \u2014 mom-and-pop customers, municipalities, and regional manufacturers,\u201d he said. \u201cThat\u2019s what excites me \u2014 the growth potential. The chance to help customers and literally keep them warm in the winter. I\u2019d be nothing without the team and employees we have and our wonderful customers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sager also sees a bright future in the trades. With advanced degrees under his belt, he understands the value of higher education but believes the skilled trades deserve just as much admiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI talk to young people all the time. I went to grad school, sure, but I see people coming out of med school making less than some of my friends in plumbing or electrical sales,\u201d he said. \u201cThere\u2019s such a need for skilled trades, and the stigma is fading. You can build a great life through the trades.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n For now, Sager is focused on continuing to grow the company, honoring the legacy that started more than six decades ago, and ensuring that Henley Propane\u2019s future is as strong as its roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cIt\u2019s not about accolades or business development,\u201d he said. \u201cMy \u2018why\u2019 is my family. That\u2019s what it all comes back to.\u201d GN<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" GARRETT SAGER never expected to make a name for himself in the propane industry. In fact, just a few years ago, his sights were set on a career in occupational therapy. But in a matter of months, he pivoted from health care to propane and hasn\u2019t looked back since. Today, the 34-year-old co-owner and operator […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":24226,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-24224","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-stories"],"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/goodnewsmags.com\/manchester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/8-1024x683.png\")
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