We recently had the chance to connect with Princess Sims and have shared our conversation below.
Princess, so good to connect and we’re excited to share your story and insights with our audience. There’s a ton to learn from your story, but let’s start with a warm up before we get into the heart of the interview. Are you walking a path—or wandering?
I love this question. I am walking a path but in my walk, I am wandering. My walk on this path of entreprenuership is still new and it requires me to wander into unfamiliar areas and learn from them.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
The Final Sauce is a premium condiment located in Richmond, California, built on a family recipe barbecue sauce that sparked a whole collection of bold, flavor-packed products. We craft barbecue sauces, spice rubs, hot sauces, marinades, and vinaigrettes—all designed to transform meals from “pretty good” into absolutely unforgettable.
What makes us special? We keep it real—no shortcuts, no watered-down flavors. Every product in our lineup is made to hit that perfect balance of bold, smoky, sweet, and spicy. With 25 products (and growing), plus seasonal limited editions, we’re here to make sure your food tastes as good as your vibes.
Right now, we’re working on expanding our reach, getting The Final Sauce onto more shelves and into more kitchens, while still holding tight to the roots of our story: a family recipe, shared with love, and upgraded for today’s flavor-obsessed world.
In short—we’re here to bring people together around food that actually tastes like something. The Final Sauce isn’t just condiments—it’s a whole mood.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who taught you the most about work?
I learned so much from both my mother and father. My two sisters and I owe our work ethic to them—we grew up watching them rise early each morning, head to work, and then come home to keep the rhythm of family life going. Mom would cook dinner, while Dad spent time tinkering in the basement until it was time to eat. Their example taught me the value of consistency, the importance of doing a job well, and above all, the meaning of family.
What have been the defining wounds of your life—and how have you healed them?
One of the defining challenges of my life was building—and then rebuilding—my work identity. I spent over 20 years in corporate America, cultivating a reputation as a subject matter expert and pouring more than 100% of myself into that role. But after an injury and multiple surgeries, I was forced to reconcile not only my career identity but also my entire belief system around work and life.
That turning point pushed me to create a new identity, one rooted in resilience and self-awareness. The journey has required therapy, guidance from a life and business coach, and constant reflection. It’s not easy work—it’s a daily practice of asking myself what kind of life I want to live now, and how to shape it with intention.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
My closest friends and family know I love animals particularly dogs. I am an advocate for saving animals.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. Could you give everything your best, even if no one ever praised you for it?
I absolutely could. I lived a life doing what needed to be done with no expectations for that effort.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.finalsauce.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthefinalsauce/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinalSauce
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