D&S Masterclasses is led by two practitioners of Government who’ve been in the arena — the ERC room, the NSC room, the heart of ministerial and Prime Ministerial offices, the leadership of major departments and the coal face of parliamentary hearings
Together, we bring decades of lived experience — not just theory — to help others lead effectively in high-pressure, politically exposed environments.
Our give back is helping the next generation of senior APS leaders and agency heads thrive in an increasingly difficult environment.
Simon Atkinson
Former Secretary of Infrastructure, former Cabinet Secretary, and Ministerial Chief of Staff. Simon has advised multiple Prime Ministers, led national infrastructure programs, and shaped reform across economic, security and regulatory systems
David Fredericks PSM
Former Secretary of Industry and Environment and climate change, former Head of Policy in the Prime Minister’s Office, and Ministerial Chief of Staff. David brings unmatched depth in Cabinet systems, reform strategy, and the practical craft of policy leadership.