What we do
At Danilee Capital, we approach private equity investment differently. We partner with exceptional people and make long-term investments in businesses that matter. With a unique funding model, we are able to focus on creating lasting value and rewarding the people who help build it—the employees.
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Fair market value
Take care of your employees
Minimize disruption
At Danilee, we understand market dynamics and know how to find opportunities that create value. We offer competitive valuations tailored to your business.
Minimize disruption
Take care of your employees
Minimize disruption
Our long-term, employee-centered approach reduces uncertainty when selling or partnering. We prioritize collaboration and work with businesses to ensure a smooth transition. .
Take care of your employees
Take care of your employees
Take care of your employees
When partnering with Danilee, business owners can feel confident that their employees are in good hands. We provide strategic guidance to management, and we offer employees a path to participate in the financial success of the company.
What Danilee Offers
Proven expertise
Experienced operating partners
Experienced operating partners
With over 20 years of experience, Danilee’s partners have built a strong track record in Canadian middle-market investments across various industries. Our collaborative approach and ability to identify growth opportunities have consistently delivered exceptional returns across multiple funds.
Experienced operating partners
Experienced operating partners
Experienced operating partners
Our unique investment model has attracted a team of seasoned entrepreneurs and business leaders who work closely with us. Together, we help build great teams, foster healthy company cultures, and drive successful growth strategies.
Buy, grow and hold
Experienced operating partners
Buy, grow and hold
Danilee has committed funding that is supported by a mandate to buy great businesses, support them in developing a long-term strategy and proudly own the business for many years.
Investment Characteristics
Types of Investments
We invest in established businesses with the following characteristics: :
- EBITDA between $2 million and $20 million
- Strong leadership and management teams
- Defensible niche or clear market differentiation
- Clear paths for growth and development
- Low capital expenditure requirements
- Canadian headquarters (operations can be international)
The Team
Founder & Managing Partner
Founder & Managing Partner
Founder & Managing Partner
Lindsay founded Danilee Capital after over two decades of investing in the Canadian middle market. With an MBA and extensive experience leading transactions across diverse industries—including sporting goods, automotive and industrial manufacturing, food services, and logistics.
Managing Partner
Founder & Managing Partner
Founder & Managing Partner
With over 20 years of financial expertise and CPA, CA, and CFA designations, Derrick has guided companies through successful transactions in SaaS, retail, and manufacturing, among other sectors. Before Danilee, he served as CFO of a sports tech startup and was a partner at a private equity firm.
Founder & Managing Partner
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Current Portfolio
A leader in SAP staffing solutions, Addmore has supported the SAP marketplace since 1992, serving multinational clients.
Known worldwide for innovative racquet sports technology and designs, Black Knight is a proudly Canadian brand. . www.blackknight.ca
A distributor of leading athletic brands, Canadawide Sports specializes in major retail and e-commerce platforms across North America. www.canadawidesports.com
A top brand for hockey training aids, HockeyShot’s products are found in professional centers and backyards around the world. www.hockeyshot.com
An innovative hockey training system that helps players of all levels enhance their stickhandling skills using technology.