The
Sequana
Story.

Sequana was born from a partnership forged in 2008, when founders Mike Walsh and Frank Fisseler worked together on the $3.6 billion Victorian Desalination Project—one of the world’s largest water infrastructure initiatives. Their shared vision, complementary strengths, and trusted collaboration laid the foundation for what Sequana is today: a bold leader in shaping Australia’s water and environment future. 

The Connections Project was the spark that ignited Sequana. Mike Walsh, appointed special advisor to then-Victorian Water Minister Lisa Neville, led a bold reset strategy for the struggling project—offering sharp governance insights and a clear path forward. 

Teaming up again, Mike and Frank combined strategic vision with hands-on delivery expertise. Together, they turned a faltering program into a benchmark for success—on time, on budget, and re-energised. 

Their collaboration on Connections proved the power of aligned leadership, mutual respect, and a relentless drive to deliver. This is a testament to the power of teamwork and diverse expertise in achieving extraordinary outcomes. It set the blueprint for what Sequana would become. 

Creating Success

Mike and Frank’s partnership is built on leveraging complementary strengths to achieve remarkable outcomes. Mike’s strategic insight and expertise in turning around distressed projects, paired with Frank’s operational excellence and hands-on management, created a powerful dynamic. 

Sequana’s foundation is built on excellence, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of overcoming challenges. With a focus on the best talent and a shared ambition, we help clients in the water sector achieve the seemingly impossible through exceptional people and innovative solutions.