Our Investment Philosophy
The first step to owning a superior investment is superior buying.
At Westbridge Funds Management, we specialise in providing access to high-quality commercial real estate investment funds, which offer regular income returns, as well as strong potential for capital growth.
We firmly believe that bought well, commercial property can provide solid returns over the life of the asset. Smart purchasing of good quality commercial property is what we do, and our acquisitions team follows strict buying criteria before each asset is purchased.
By conducting detailed analysis and due diligence, based on a comprehensive set of investment criteria and our knowledge of market trends, we secure investments that are likely to produce regular returns.
Our latest commercial funds
Specialised
Expertise
Westbridge Funds Management is a Western Australian owned company specialising in the acquisition and management of commercial properties through unlisted property funds (which are similar to property syndicates).
Our commercial property funds are fully managed by a team of professionals, giving you peace of mind while saving you time in managing your investment.
Focused on
High Performance
A good investment strategy means above-average returns, capital security and growth.
We secure superior investments using our thorough investment philosophy– based on smart purchasing, achieved through extensive research and intricate market knowledge. We then actively manage the properties on behalf of our investors to ensure property performance and lease compliance, keeping investors informed along the way.
Experience You can Trust
Westbridge manages over $590 million of commercial assets. Together, our team holds decades of experience in the acquisition, leasing and management of commercial assets through unlisted property funds.
Our Investment Criteria
We have proven success in acquiring high-quality assets, offering regular income returns and potential for capital growth.
- Targeted asset classes, sector specific
- ASX-listed and national tenants
- Core highly sought-after locations
- Focus on high underlying land value purchasing at, or below replacement cost
- High quality buildings with modern specifications
- Value-add potential
- Development opportunities
- Conservative debt gearing
- Detailed due diligence
Delivering strong performance on every level
Our commercial property investment funds cover a diversified range of property types, industries and tenants. All properties are subjected to an intensive due diligence process, ensuring we acquire assets with potential for strong returns.
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Solid and consistent investment returns.
Westbridge manages over $590 million in assets through our commercial property funds. Over the past 20 years, our team has forged a proven track record in delivering commercial property investment opportunities that provide regular income returns and potential for capital growth.
History shows we outperform other asset classes.
Our assets under management continue to grow, maintaining strong performance and conservative gearing. Over the last 10 years at Westbridge we have more than doubled our assets under management, while maintaining conservative gearing. We have delivered strong and regular returns and continue to seek high-quality assets for our investors.
View our FY22/23 Portfolio Highlights
Browse our highlights from the latest financial year, including key updates on our commercial funds portfolio and our market outlook for FY23/24.
A Wealth of Experience.
Westbridge’s team of commercial property fund managers are passionate about helping investors accelerate their wealth through commercial property. Our people are leaders in their field, but they also care. Approachable and informative, they consistently hold our investors’ best interests at heart.
Damian Collins
Chairman
Damian Collins is the Chairman of Westbridge Funds Management. Having been an active investor himself for over 25 years, Damian continues to apply his extensive experience in property to help fellow investors make successful investment decisions. Damian has served on the REIWA Council since 2011 and was elected President of the Institute in 2018. He continues to actively support and champion the local real estate community through this leadership role.
Alex Lambert
Head of Commercial Funds
Alex is responsible for the management of the commercial funds which are held within Westbridge’s property portfolio. Alex has 19 years’ experience in the property industry in both the U.K and Australia. He was the Director of Asset Management at the largest private property company in the UK and a senior manager at CBRE in Perth. Alex has diverse experience in asset management, urban master-planning, investment, sales and leasing. Alex holds a Bachelor of Science in Real Estate Management and is a Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors.
Simon Worth
Head of Capital Transactions
Simon is a qualified Licenced Valuer with over 19 years of commercial property experience throughout Australia. He has held senior roles with global and national real estate investment trusts in capital transactions and valuations and has extensive national market knowledge within the commercial property sector. Simon is an Associate of the Australian Property Institute and holds two Bachelor of Commerce degrees from UWA (Finance and International Business Economics) and Curtin University (Property). As Westbridge’s Head of Capital Transactions, Simon is responsible for developing and implementing the acquisitions strategy across the fund portfolio.
Alex Conradie
Asset Manager
Holding a bachelor of Commerce (Economics and Finance), Alex joins Westbridge with a wealth of experience in the asset management space. Alex has held positions as an Asset Management Analyst for a leading engineering consulting firm in WA, as well as Head of Facilities for the iconic Ritz Carlton Towers in Elizabeth Quay. As Asset Manager at Westbridge, Alex focuses on maximising returns for our investors through strategic planning and optimising performance of the assets across our commercial funds portfolio.
Aaron Callahan
Capital Transactions Associate
Aaron holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Property and Finance) from Curtin University and has previous experience working as a Capital Markets Analyst for a leading independent real estate consultant. Aaron supports the implementation and delivery of the acquisitions strategy across the Westbridge Funds Management portfolio and he is passionate about uncovering value for investors through analysis and research.
Brad Dunn
Key Relationships Manager
Brad holds a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Business Management and has over 14 years’ experience in commercial finance and relationship management, as well as seven years’ experience as a small business owner. Responsible for managing existing investor relations as well as developing new business alliances, Brad also engages with new investors for upcoming funds and fosters strategic business partnerships. During Brad’s time at Momentum Wealth and Westbridge he has raised over $250 million in funds for the group.
Philip Barton
Key Relationships Manager
Phil holds a Diploma of Mortgage Broking and has previously managed his own retail mortgage broking business. Phil has worked in the finance industry in both Australia and the United Kingdom and has partnership management experience within the not-for-profit sector. Phil draws on his 20 years’ finance experience and a broad network of industry contacts to develop new business partnerships and to foster positive experiences for investors.
Emmanuel Ranga
Key Relationships Manager
Emmanuel joins our team with extensive experience in client-facing roles across the finance and wealth management sectors, most recently serving as Senior Private Client Manager for NAB’s Private Wealth division. As Key Relationship Manager, Emmanuel is passionate about forging meaningful connections with our clients through the delivery of top-tier service. His client-centric approach is anchored in a profound understanding of our investors’ unique goals and objectives. Emmanuel holds a Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Finance, a Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Accounting, and is a Qualified Chartered Banker.
Riley McPherson
Strategic Relationships Manager
Riley has over a decade’s experience in key relations, having managed corporate partnerships for some of the world’s largest insurance companies. Responsible for overseeing and growing our business partnerships at Westbridge, Riley is passionate about working together with likeminded businesses to develop collaborative solutions that help clients achieve better outcomes for their property portfolios.
Poppy Wood
Client Services Advisor
As our Application Support Specialist at Westbridge Funds Management, Poppy plays a key role in supporting our investors throughout the raising process while upholding compliance standards across our property funds. Poppy has extensive experience in customer service roles across the banking and finance industry, previously serving in the Mortgages department for a prominent retail and commercial bank in the UK. Poppy is passionate about building and sustaining client relationships, and loves playing a part in delivering Westbridge’s investor-first approach.
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