Michael Meekins Saskatchewan

Michael Meekins Saskatchewan is at the forefront of the financial sector as the President and CEO of Westbridge Capital Ltd., a firm he helped establish in 2007. Situated in Saskatchewan, this private equity company excels in acquiring mature companies with strong management teams. It manages the Westbridge Capital Partners Income Trust, renowned for providing investors with substantial and consistent monthly income. With over thirty years of experience in the telecommunications and financial industries, Michael has developed strategic management, executive leadership, and business development expertise. His abilities have significantly contributed to the growth and success of the enterprises he has been involved with. His academic journey started at Luther College in Regina, Saskatchewan, followed by higher education in commerce at Concordia University in Montreal. During his university years, he was a competitive national wrestling team member, demonstrating his commitment to his studies and athletics. Meekins's career began in telecommunications at ACC TelEnterprises Ltd. in 1995, when he became the director of agent development. His leadership was instrumental in enhancing agent support and development. He later became Vice President at WorldxChange Corporation, where he refined his leadership and managerial skills. Subsequently, he assumed the position of President and CEO at Modern Digital Communications Inc., overseeing the company's strategic direction and operations for eight years in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. In 2007, Michael co-founded Westbridge Capital Ltd, shifting his focus to the financial sector. The company targets acquisitions of financially stable and profitable businesses, particularly those with a long operation history and generating EBITDA between $2 million and $20 million. Under his leadership, Westbridge has delivered an average annual return of 10.58% over the past seven years as of December 2023. The investment philosophy at Westbridge Capital is predicated on the belief that private equity is a more stable and predictable investment compared to public equity, relying on fundamental business values rather than market fluctuations. This strategy has enabled the firm to achieve numerous accolades, especially at the Canadian Hedge Fund Awards, where it has been recognized for its outstanding performance in private debt. Beyond his professional endeavors, he is deeply committed to philanthropy, particularly education. Michael has financed numerous educational projects in Tanzania, supporting the education of many children. His dedication to philanthropy underscores his commitment to using his resources for a positive global impact. Michael Meekins continues to lead Westbridge Capital, focusing on strategic growth, financial stability, and positively impacting others' lives.