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Meet Sage – Our Designated Young Person & Voice of Reason
The One Who Keeps Us Grounded (And Tells Us When We’re Totally Off the Rails)
Every family business needs that person who can look at your “brilliant” idea and gently suggest maybe you think it through one more time. That’s Sage. At 25, they’ve mastered the art of being our reality check while keeping our digital world running smoothly — and honestly, we’re not sure how we managed before they arrived in Tucson back in 2017 and never looked back.
Digital Native Meets Desert Life
Sage handles our social media because, let’s face it, they actually understand what people want to see online. While Dawn and Sar are figuring out the latest Instagram update, Sage is already three steps ahead, making sure our posts actually reach the people who love handcrafted wood art.
But they’re not just our social media guru. Sage is currently mastering the mysteries of WordPress and WooCommerce, tackling everything from alt text (because accessibility matters) to cleaning up our user database after bot attacks. They’re building serious business skills while helping us stay current in an ever-changing digital world.
Detail-Oriented Perfectionist (Wonder Where They Got That?)
When Sar or Dawn has a piece that needs finishing work, Sage steps in with that same attention to detail that runs in our chosen family. They prefer to take a project from start to finish — no half-done tasks left hanging around. It’s that methodical approach that makes them perfect for behind-the-scenes work that keeps Sarkanys Rising running smoothly.
Desert Wanderer and Book Hoarder
When they’re not keeping our business organized, you’ll find Sage exploring Arizona’s incredible landscape — hiking desert trails, wandering through mountains, or discovering new caves. There’s something about this state that calls to adventurous spirits, and Sage answered that call completely.
But their true passion? Books. Sage devours stories so quickly they’ve learned to ration their reading (a struggle every book lover understands). They’re currently deep in the fantasy realm, especially Brandon Sanderson’s Cosmere universe, which probably explains their ability to handle the magic of making WordPress actually work.
Building a Future in the Desert
Sage is at that exciting stage of life where everything is possible. They’re building their future here in Tucson, getting ready to start college classes, and discovering new facets of themselves every day — including a developing sense of humor that keeps our workdays interesting.
As our designated young person, they bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern business needs. They understand both worlds and help us navigate the balance between honoring our handcrafted roots and reaching customers in today’s digital landscape.
Curious about the behind-the-scenes magic that makes a small business run?
Because every great handcrafted piece starts with great people making it all happen.