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As co-owner and founder of the award-winning developer Meridian, and President and CEO of the Meridian Organization, Colleen brings her diverse talents to the business. Behind the scenes, she oversees Meridian’s legal affairs and has served as head of design since the company’s founding over two decades ago. Her passion for design and renowned sense of style is evident in every Meridian project.
Colleen is also Vice President of the Mid-West Group of Companies, which she co-owns with her husband, Ken Achs. She oversees legal affairs and plays a central role in the design of projects across the company’s international portfolio, including the landmark building that houses both the Mid-West Group and Meridian Organization.
Her accomplishments have been recognized nationally. Colleen was inducted into the JA Saskatchewan Business Hall of Fame and has served as Chair of the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Commission, the Saskatchewan Horse Racing Commission, and as Governor of the National Theatre School in Montreal. She has guest lectured at the University of Saskatchewan College of Law, was a member of the University of Saskatchewan WCVM Advisory Board and has participated in numerous national and international panels. She is also the founder and director of the charitable festival Pets in the Park.
She is widely known as a Global television personality, producing her daily show for 25 years. Her career, from modeling to law, television, and real estate development, has been featured in numerous publications. She was a keynote speaker for BMO’s national initiative Celebrating Women, which recognizes highly accomplished women and provides a platform to inspire others.
A passionate supporter of the arts, Colleen enjoys music and oil painting, with works exhibited in both one woman and group shows, including commissioned pieces sold internationally. She is also a lifelong equestrian and a staunch animal advocate. Among the many awards recognizing Meridian’s redevelopment of architecturally significant heritage properties, she has been a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal for her achievements, contributions, and service to her province and country.