Meet Our Founder – Real Experience, Real Results

Bird Rock Business Advisory Ltd. was founded by Brandon Clarke, an experienced business advisor, entrepreneur, and former Canadian Armed Forces Infantry Officer. With a career spanning business scaling, operational leadership, strategic acquisitions, financial restructuring, and mentorship at one of Canada’s leading business schools, Brandon brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insight to every client engagement.

Career Highlights

Founding Partner, KTA Family Capital – Conducted holistic due diligence and analysis across dozens of small businesses, identifying opportunities and risks to drive smarter investment decisions.

Creative Visual Solutions Inc. – Grew a 5-person business into a 50-employee, international operation, leading functions including IT infrastructure, HR, legal, finance, and M&A. Orchestrated the U.S. market expansion and successfully recapitalized the company to shift from net liabilities to net assets.

Mentor & Entrepreneur in Residence, Richard Ivey Business School – Provides hands-on coaching and mentorship to aspiring entrepreneurs through the Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship, while acting as a judge and advisor for student-led New Venture Projects.

Infantry Officer, Canadian Armed Forces – Leadership under pressure: managed a platoon of 32 soldiers, ensuring readiness, performance, and morale under challenging conditions — skills that translate into disciplined, decisive business leadership.