Michael Meekins Saskatchewan

Michael Meekins Saskatchewan has been a prominent figure in the financial world since co-founding Westbridge Capital Ltd. in 2007, where he holds the position of President and CEO. This Saskatchewan-based private equity firm focuses on acquiring mature operating companies with strong management teams. It also manages the Westbridge Capital Partners Income Trust, which offers investors high and predictable monthly income.

His career spans over thirty years of expertise in the telecommunications and financial sectors, where he has showcased exceptional executive leadership, strategy, and business development skills. His proficiency in management and negotiations has played a crucial role in driving the growth and success of his business ventures.

Michael completed his secondary education at Luther College in Regina, Saskatchewan, and later pursued a commerce degree at Concordia University in Montreal. During college, he was an active member of the national wrestling team, exemplifying his academic and athletic commitment and discipline.

His career began in the telecommunications industry at ACC TelEnterprises Ltd. in 1995, where he started as the director of agent development. Meekins was instrumental in building a supportive environment for agents, enhancing their skills and performance. He subsequently took on the role of Vice-President at WorldxChange Corporation, further developing his leadership skills. His extensive experience in telecommunications also includes serving as President and CEO of Modern Digital Communications Inc., where he led the company for eight years, significantly advancing its operations and strategic initiatives in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

In 2007, he focused on the financial sector by co-founding Westbridge Capital Ltd. The firm targets companies that are not only financially stable and profitable but also have long histories of operation, with an EBITDA between $2 million and $20 million. Under his leadership, Westbridge has maintained an impressive average annual return of 10.58% over the past seven years up to December 2023.

Westbridge Capital agrees that private equity investments based on fundamental business values offer more predictable and less volatile returns than public equity markets. This approach has not only ensured stable returns for investors but also garnered the firm multiple accolades at the Canadian Hedge Fund Awards.