# Dara Simkin

> Keynote speaker, executive coach, and co-author of Full Stack Human (Wiley, 2026). Globally recognised expert on play at work, helping leaders build the human capabilities no algorithm can replace.

Dara Simkin works with organisations such as McKinsey, PwC, AGL, ANZ, Chevron, KPMG and Country Road Group. She is the official partner of the National Institute for Play.

## Pages

- [Home](/): Overview of Dara's work - keynotes, leadership programs, executive coaching, and her book.
- [About](/about): Background, philosophy, and Dara's story as a speaker and coach.
- [Keynotes](/keynotes): Keynote speaking offerings for conferences, leadership summits, and all-hands events.
- [Leadership Programs](/leadership): Custom leadership programs and 1:1 executive coaching.
- [Book](/book): Full Stack Human - how to stay human in a world ruled by technology (Wiley, 2026).
- [Research](/research): The Playful Work Equation and research partnerships including RMIT University.
- [Media](/media): Stage videos, podcast appearances, and press features.
- [Work with Dara](/work-with-me): Start a conversation about keynotes, programs, or coaching.