About us

Our Candour values and team

Welcome to Candour

Candour was born out of serendipity—a chance meeting of four families whose paths had been quietly intertwining for years. Two of us even shared a stage in a high school production, but life had other plans before finally bringing us together at just the right moment.

With each of us ready to embark on the next chapter of our lives, we realised we shared a common vision: to create something meaningful, to use the skills we’d each honed in our diverse careers, and to make a lasting impact on the world.

Together, we brought our unique strengths to the table—a funeral director with nearly a decade of experience offering care and compassion, a business banker whose ventures have spanned the globe, a lawyer and HR expert with an impressive track record at top organisations, and a family duo with unparalleled talent in brand and marketing.

We were united by a shared desire to leave the world better than we found it, to support those left behind, and to build a business that serves our community by providing extraordinary experiences.

At Candour, our purpose is clear: to walk alongside families during some of their most challenging moments, providing empathy, transparency, and courage. We are committed to environmentally responsible practices, ensuring every step of our service reflects care not just for people, but also for the planet.

Our values shape everything we do. We are here to ensure that you feel understood and supported through our compassion and care. We believe in earning trust through fairness, transparency, and follow-through. We strive to set new standards in the funeral industry, and we lead courageously for good. Most importantly, we are here for you—your family, your community, your loved ones.

This is more than a business to us. It’s our chance to honour lives, celebrate legacies, and make a difference in the world we all share.

Welcome to Candour.

Our purpose

We exist to provide extraordinary experiences to our Candour community. Our commitment to environmentally conscious and responsible practices means we will leave the world in a better place.

Our values

Empathy

We practice love, compassion, reciprocity, and creativity in every interaction. Our nurturing service ensures you feel understood, supported, and cared for.
We got you.

Trust through fairness

We have a commitment to transparency. We build trust through open communication and always following through on our commitments to you.

Lead courageously

We lead boldly, contribute to the industry for good, and we strive to set new standards in care.

Sustainability

We go beyond the "eco" label. We embed environmentally responsible and economically sustainable practices every step of the way.

Meet the Candour team

Co-founder and funeral OPERATIONS

Simon has almost a decade of experience in the funeral profession, supporting families with compassion and care. His focus is on curating deeply personal and meaningful farewells that reflect each loved one’s unique story.

At Candour, Simon is dedicated to helping families create extraordinary memories during this significant time.

Co-founder and BUSINESS OPERATIONS

With extensive marketing and operations experience, Sameiko guides teams and businesses with empathy, fostering growth through care and connection.

Co-founder and director

Championing conscious value creation, Travis is a visionary entrepreneur, investment strategist, and corporate advisor with a global career spanning over 20 years across financial markets and investment management.

Our commitment to sustainable services and practices

Guided by ethical choices and community care, our practices are designed to leave the world in a better place while offering families meaningful options that honour both their loved ones and the planet.

Learn more about sustainability
Carbon reduction
Planting 10 trees for every one used
Locally sourced flowers
Digital and paperless options
Ethical pricing for sustainability
Hybrid vehicle fleet (coming soon)