Location Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Gender Male Also Known As President and CEO of Westbridge Capital Ltd.
Michael Meekins Saskatchewan co-founded Westbridge Capital Ltd. in 2007 and has been its President and CEO since then. The firm, a private equity entity based in Saskatchewan, focuses on acquiring mature companies known for their robust management teams. It operates the Westbridge Capital Partners Income Trust, which provides its investors with
stable monthly income.
Michael brings over thirty years of experience in the telecommunications and financial sectors to his role. He has excelled in leadership, strategic management, and executive functions. His strategic planning, marketing, and negotiation skills have driven business growth and operational success.
His educational background includes a high school diploma from Luther College in Regina, Saskatchewan, and a commerce degree from Concordia University in Montreal. He was also a member of the national wrestling team, demonstrating early his dedication to excellence in multiple disciplines.
He began his professional career in telecommunications at ACC TelEnterprises Ltd. in 1995, taking on the role of director of agent development. Michael played a crucial role in developing a supportive environment for agents, enhancing their skills and performance. He later served as Vice-President at WorldxChange Corporation, further honing his leadership skills. He continued his career growth by assuming the position of President and CEO at Modern Digital Communications Inc., where he led the company for eight years, overseeing its strategic direction and daily operations.
In 2007, he focused on the financial sector by co-founding Westbridge Capital Ltd. The firm targets acquiring financially stable and profitable companies, offering reliable and predictable returns to its investors. These companies typically have long operational histories and generate between $2 million and $20 million in EBITDA. Under his leadership, the firm has achieved an average annual return of 10.58% over the past seven years up to December 2023.
Westbridge Capital's investment strategy is based on the belief that private equity can provide more predictable and less volatile returns than public equity markets, focusing on fundamental business values rather than market speculations. This approach has facilitated substantial financial performance and recognition, including multiple awards for outstanding returns in private debt at the Canadian Hedge Fund Awards.
Beyond his professional achievements, he is also actively involved in philanthropy, particularly in educational projects in Tanzania, where he has sponsored the education of many children. His commitment extends beyond business to significantly impacting global education and community support.
Michael Meekins continues to lead Westbridge Capital, focusing on strategic growth, financial stability, and community impact. This reinforces his status as a respected leader in the economic and philanthropic sectors.
