M&A advisorSell-side
Candor Advisors
Carlsbad, CA
Profile last reviewed
October 2026
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Overview
Overview of Candor Advisors
Candor Advisors provides transaction advice to successful founder-led businesses considering a sale or another major business transition. Founder Kirk Michie guides owners through exit planning and M&A, including valuation, deal preparation, buyer discussions and closing. The firm cites Michie’s participation in more than 60 M&A transactions totaling well over $1 billion, as well as more than $1 billion in capital raised during his career.
Named principal
Kirk Michie
Founder & Managing Partner
Profile details
Details for Candor Advisors
- Representation
- Sell-side
- Firm type
- M&A advisor
- Based in
- Carlsbad, CA
- Engagement coverage
- Carlsbad, CA
- Industry focus
- Generalist / multiple sectors
Office locations
Headquarters and public offices
Headquarters
Carlsbad, CA
Profile sources
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Firm website
candor-advisors.com · checked October 2026