Raffy Sgroi is an award-winning business strategist, diversity advocate, and founder of several ventures including Car Mechanical Services (CMS), Sage Advice, and HerZest. With over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, she is recognised for driving inclusive leadership and achieving 40 per cent female representation in the male-dominated automotive industry.

Raffy is a certified strategist and advisor, known for helping small businesses grow through inclusive practices, leadership development, and flexible workplace design. This year, she was awarded the Gold Stevie Award for Inclusive Leadership, reflecting her commitment to building future-ready, diverse workplaces.