Sonja Pototzki-Raymond MSc, also known as Sonja the Search Queen, is a best-selling author, award-winning businesswoman, 2025 40 Under 40 winner, CEO, Google Search Expert, keynote speaker, and fertility advocate. A force to be reckoned with, Sonja founded The Search Republic in 2018 and within just six years has helped generate over $700 million in sales for her clients. Today, her agency is one of Australia’s most in-demand Google-accredited digital agencies, with a global footprint and active client waitlist.
Her debut book, The Search for Resilience, quickly became an Amazon #1 bestseller across seven categories, solidifying her place as a voice for courage, business growth, and human strength. Born from her own four-year fertility journey, the book is a powerful guide to standing strong and awakening the warrior within through life’s toughest seasons.
With a Master’s and Honours in Marketing, Sonja brings together heart and strategy, blending her Google Search expertise with her passion for empowering others, driving purpose-led impact, and advocating for women in business and beyond.