Melissa Rayner, Chair of the Board

Melissa is a passionate advocate for social and environmental sustainability, with extensive experience in hospitality and tourism, social enterprise, and community service. She is the founder of The Foodprint Experience, a 5 year social enterprise project operating from 2018-2023. During that time the enterprise was dedicated to creating ethical and sustainable meals using local produce and environmentally conscious systems. The café not only championed sustainable dining but also provided meaningful employment and training opportunities for individuals facing barriers to employment. The Foodprint Experience became a leading food service provider, recognised by environmentally and socially conscious organisations.

With a diverse background that includes a bachelor’s degree in visual arts and over 20 years of experience in hospitality, tourism, and management, Melissa combines creativity with practical expertise. Her commitment to social impact is further demonstrated through her volunteer work, including two years with St Vincent De Paul’s men’s shelter and 18 months at the SVDP Elizabeth Conference.

Melissa’s passion for zero waste and circular economy strategies continues in her current employed role, where she works to inspire sustainable and circular economy practices. In addition to serving on the SASEC Board, she also contributes to local social enterprise The Food Embassy as a committee member and secretary.

Sarah Cleggett

Sarah is the founder and director of Middle Ground Motherhood, a social enterprise that advocates for gender equity and supports women’s matrescence. She is the co-founder of Hairy As Beard Love, producer of natural and sustainable beard grooming products, with a vision to support causes that support better men everywhere. She has experience in community development, community engagement and social policy. She holds qualifications in social work, social planning and public policy. She has participated in the Business for Good program and is committed to giving back to SASEC and supporting its members.

Nader Ibrahim, Treasurer

Nader is a proud Egyptian immigrant, moved to Australia in 2009 and co-founded the One Culture Group. With a deep passion for community service and a strong commitment to providing opportunities for disadvantaged groups, Nader has been instrumental in shaping the organization’s mission.

Coming from an underprivileged background, Nader personally experienced the barriers that prevent access to sports and community engagement. This fuelled his desire to create an organization that would provide the opportunities he once lacked. In 2017, alongside his business partner, Nader founded the One Culture Group, a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making a positive impact in people’s lives through sports, individualized support, and building social connections. One Culture’s programs are inclusive of all ages, cultures, and abilities.

Seven years later, the work continues to grow. The impact has broadened, and the need for inclusive services is greater than ever. Nader’s vision to provide access and create positive change remains at the heart of One Culture’s mission.

Cassie Day, Board Member

Cassie is a multi-award-winning businesswoman, speaker, facilitator, coach and community builder. A Fellow of the Governor’s Leadership Program (Leaders Institute SA), Cassie has qualifications in management, community services, and health and brings over 24 years of lived and professional experience in disability, caring, chronic and mental health to her work, authentically engaging and inspiring audiences.

Over eight years, Cassie built The Carers Place from the kitchen table into a thriving seven-figure business, becoming a respected leader in the disability and care sectors. Launching the Connect and Collaborate events in 2022, she transformed the NDIS provider landscape in SA. More recently her largescale events “NDIS State of the Nation Summit” and “Championing Women in Care – International Women’s Day Luncheon”, sold out with over 200 attendees each.

Following the successful sale of her business in 2024, Cassie now guides impact led industry leaders, businesses and their teams on social impact, sustainable growth, strategy, change and leadership. A sought-after speaker, her raw and inspiring storytelling leaves audiences feeling seen and empowered to create real impact.

Roxane Foulser-Piggott, Board Member

Roxane is passionate about building supportive, interconnected communities within the NFP and social enterprise sectors.

Her journey in volunteerism began as a teenager, working as a gardener in an aged care home. While studying engineering, she supported STEM education in schools. During her career in consulting and finance she volunteered in various roles in the criminal justice system including serving as an independent monitor in a maximum-security prison. Following the loss of her infant son, Frederick, Roxane dedicated her professional life to volunteering, founding FreddyMatch—a platform that connects volunteers with those in need. Since its launch in 2020, she has focused on fostering communities to expand the reach of volunteering to underrepresented cohorts.

Awarded the 2022 Westpac Social Change Fellowship, Roxane champions sector-wide collaboration, believing no single initiative succeeds alone. She is committed to leveraging her experience to strengthen partnerships, helping social enterprises grow together toward a more resilient society.