William M. Sams

William is the Founder and Chairman of the Lancer Capital Group Foundation, where he leads efforts to empower and support local JROTC programs and their cadets. Though born in Savannah, GA, Greeneville is home to William’s family, with his father being a native and his grandparents having lived in the area for many years. William’s journey with Air Force JROTC began during his junior year, when he and his family returned to Greeneville in 2020 and he started Greeneville High School amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Joining JROTC on a whim, William discovered a program that shaped his leadership skills, connected him with lifelong friends, and inspired his dedication to service.

 

William is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics at East Tennessee State University, where he is a Beta Gamma Sigma member and Scott M. Niswonger Scholar. William’s passion for community development and service has been further cultivated through internships with the Town of Greeneville and the Greene County Partnership. These experiences allowed him to play a direct role in zoning studies, economic development initiatives, and creating resources to support local growth. William also serves as a member of the Membership Committee at Link Hills Country Club, working to strengthen community engagement.

 

In addition to his nonprofit work, William is the Owner and President of Lancer Capital Group, LLC. The company owns and manages TriStar Trains, a thriving model train business that serves customers across the nation. Lancer Capital Group is also active in other ventures within the development space, showcasing William’s entrepreneurial spirit and vision for creating lasting value.

 

William comes from a family of educators, with all his grandparents having dedicated their lives to teaching and shaping future generations. Their influence instilled in him a strong sense of purpose and the importance of lifelong learning. Outside of his professional and academic endeavors, William enjoys working on his model trains, playing the organ, shooting, golfing, traveling, and indulging his passion for aviation. A devoted member of Notre Dame Catholic Church in Greeneville, he remains grounded in faith as he works to make a positive impact on his community and beyond.