Manjit Minhas
Angel Investor
Calgary, Canada
Manjit Minhas is a angel investor in Calgary focused on Health Care and Solar. 34-year-old Manjit Minhas is the co-founder and co-owner of Minhas Breweries and Distillery and a Dragon on Dragon's Den. Though trained as a petroleum engineer, she has become a specialist in brand development, marketing, sales management and retail negotiations, having been recognized for several business industry awards such as PROFITmagazine's "Top Growth Entrepreneur", Top 100 Women Entrepreneurs in Canada, Calgary's Top 40 under 40, Chatelaine Magazine's "Top Entrepreneur Woman of The Year 2011" and The Sikh Centennial Foundation Award 2014.When Manjit Minhas was 19 years old, she and her brother Ravinder scraped together $10,000 to launch their first beer in Alberta. In 2006, they purchased the second oldest brewery in the United States and renamed it "Minhas Craft Brewery." At the time, this acquisition officially made the Minhas siblings the youngest brewery owners in the world.Their brewery in Monroe, Wisconsin is now the 10th largest in North America, and as a brand they produce more than 90 beers, spirits, liqueurs and wines that ship all across Canada and the U.S., as well as overseas to 15 different countries. Minhas Brewery makes all of the Kirkland brand beer for Costco worldwide, as well as all the craft beers under Trader Joes' label in the US. Today they run a group of companies that generated over $155-million in revenue last year.Manjit lives in Calgary, where she was born and raised, with her husband and two young daughters.
- Total investments:
- 5
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 80%
Last updated:
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Industries Manjit Minhas invests in
Stages Manjit Minhas invests in
Countries Manjit Minhas invests in
Round sizes
Contacts
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Round size
- Angel
- $76k–$200k
Investment Focus
Industry
- Health Care 2 (40%)
- Solar 1 (20%)
- Energy 1 (20%)
- Brewing 1 (20%)
- Animation 1 (20%)
Stage
- Angel 4 (80%)
- Funding Round 1 (20%)
Country
- Canada 4 (80%)
- India 1 (20%)
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
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| ONES is a non-alcoholic winery that is privately owned and situated in Summerland. | $729K / Jan 01, 2026 | ||
| Kritrim Entertainment, established in 2015, is a pioneering force in the realm of creative design and digital experiences. With an office located in India, we have been dedicated to delivering high-quality game-ready assets, immersive AR/VR experiences, cutting-edge web 3D assets, product renderings and innovative solutions for the emergingMetaverse.At Kritrim Entertainment, our primary focus is on crafting meticulously designed game assets that are ready to be seamlessly integrated into gaming experiences, ensuring top-tier quality and performance. Additionally, we excel in developing captivating AR/VR applications that transport users to immersive digital realms, web 3D assets that add depth and interactivity to websites, and Metaverse solutions that redefine the boundaries of virtual experiences.Our talented team of professionals brings together expertise in various domains, including 3D modeling, animation, game design, AR/VR development, product renderings and more. With a deep understanding of industry trends and a passion for pushing creative boundaries, we create visually stunning and technically impressive assets and experiences. Our commitment to innovation and quality ensures that every project we undertake exceeds expectations and meets the evolving demands of the digital landscape.Partnering with Kritrim Entertainment means gaining access to a wealth of expertise and a dedicated team of creative minds who are passionate about bringing your vision to life. Whether you are looking to enhance your gaming experience, dive into immersive AR/VR realms, augment your online presence with stunning web 3D assets, or explore the endless possibilities of the Metaverse, we are here to turn your ideas into captivating realities. | Angel / Oct 13, 2022 | ||
| PilotsFriend is an organic tonic manufacturing company. | $200K / Angel / Jan 23, 2020 | ||
| We manufacture All-in-one, one-size-fits-all patented self-treatment tools designed to replace current tools for daily myofascial release, pain management, and recovery. The distinct benefit over other foam rollers, balls, and massage wands is the leverage system, which allows for frequent self-treatment without getting on the floor, contortinginto awkward positions, and exerting the very muscles you are trying to treat. It is portable, convenient, adaptable, and easy to use for all ages and abilities. | $76.1K / Angel / Nov 16, 2018 | ||
| 7 Fathoms makes seaweed-based health products for inside and outside the human body. | $100K / Angel |
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FAQ
What does Manjit Minhas invest in?
Manjit Minhas invests primarily in Health Care, Solar and Energy startups, most often at Angel and Funding Round stage. Most of the 5 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in Canada. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
What round sizes does Manjit Minhas invest in?
Manjit Minhas typically joins rounds of $76k–$200k at Angel. These are whole funding-round sizes, not Manjit Minhas's own check, which is rarely disclosed: the 10th–90th percentile of the confirmed public funding rounds Manjit Minhas took part in.
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When did Manjit Minhas last invest?
The most recent investment recorded for Manjit Minhas closed in Jan 2026. Shizune tracks 5 investments in total for this profile, including round sizes, stages and portfolio companies, all sourced from confirmed public funding rounds and refreshed monthly.
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Yes — every stat on this profile is calculated from confirmed public funding rounds monitored across hundreds of sources since 2020. This profile was last refreshed in Nov 2026 and is updated monthly. Spotted something off? Use the “Suggest an edit” link near the top of the page.
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