About Us
WeShall Investments is a premier mid-market private equity firm with a portfolio of investments across Canada, the U.S., and the Caribbean.
Our Mission
To cultivate a collaborative and robust ecosystem where exceptional entrepreneurs and high-potential businesses can soar to new heights.
Our Philosophy and Approach
At WeShall Investments, we believe in the power of collaboration. We don't just invest; we build bridges with a diverse range of leaders, investors, lenders, and entrepreneurs who share our passion for making a difference. Our values aren't just words; we champion them through the success of our stakeholders, both internal and external.
Our team comes from all walks of life, with experiences that span different cultures, industries, and socioeconomic backgrounds. We believe a diverse team is a winning team, allowing us to understand the nuances of the markets we invest in, identify emerging trends, and connect with a wider range of stakeholders.
We pursue profits with principles. We partner with businesses that share our values: protecting our planet, giving back to communities, and operating ethically. It's not just a feel-good strategy; it's building a future where everyone wins - you, us, and generations to come.
Our Founding Principles
We seek purpose as much as we seek returns. We are committed to uplifting underserved communities and finding partners who share our philanthropic spirit.
- WeShall build people up
- WeShall serve the under-served
- WeShall always do the harder right versus the easy wrong
- WeShall make a lasting positive difference in our culture, our stakeholders, and the world
- WeShall remember that where we started from matters less than where we finish
- WeShall always remember where we came from to fuel our drive to get where we’re going
- WeShall give back to the communities in which we work and live
Our Values
Our commitment to diversity, integrity, collaboration, and excellence is not just a statement; it is the fabric of our organization woven into every decision and action we take.
DIVERSITY: We break free from traditional confinements of societal norms. We embrace entrepreneurs and employees from a broad spectrum.
INTEGRITY: We are unwavering in honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct. We do not fear difficult conversations or the hard road and embrace discomfort and challenges.
COLLABORATION: We have a team-first mentality. We communicate across departments, partners, and communities with empathy, cooperation, and partnership. Our collective genius leverages unique perspectives and cultivates a culture of mutual respect, inclusivity, and shared purpose.
EXCELLENCE: We bring our true, authentic selves to work and strive to be the best in everything we do. Our independent excellence propels cultural and business excellence, which only propels our long-term growth. We do not confuse excellence with ego and prize humility over hubris.
WeShall Investment Criteria
At WeShall Investments, we take an industry-agnostic approach, investing across various sectors. However, we have a special focus on companies that are dedicated to ESG principles—Environmental, Social, and Governance. WeShall targets investment opportunities that exhibit the following traits:
- Significant minority or control equity investments
- Industry-agnostic but place a strong focus on ESG factors in our investment decisions
- Mid-market companies that are currently cash flow positive or on-track to positive cash flow
- Companies based in North America / Caribbean regions
- Strong, committed management teams with deep industry experience
- Businesses with a sustainable competitive advantage and current/future pricing power
- Target enterprise value of $5-$150 million
