Dani Reiss
Dani Reiss | |
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| Born | November 7, 1973 Canada |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, CEO |
| Known for | CEO of Canada Goose |
Dani Reiss (born November 7, 1973) is a prominent Canadian entrepreneur recognized primarily for his role as CEO of the apparel company Canada Goose. As of April 2021, his wealth was estimated at approximately US$1.2 billion.
Early life and education
Born to Malca (née Tick) and David Reiss, Dani Reiss is the grandson of Samuel Tick, who established Canada Goose in 1957 under the name Metro Sportswear. During his time at Forest Hill Collegiate Institute in Toronto, he gained practical experience by working summers within the family enterprise. He later obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in English literature and philosophy, from the University of Toronto.
Career
Reiss began his career in the family company’s sales department in 1997. In 2000, he proposed changing the brand name from Snow Goose to Canada Goose. The following year, he took over as president and CEO from his father.
Following Bain Capital’s acquisition of a controlling interest in 2013, Reiss ensured that manufacturing operations would remain based in Canada. Under his direction, the company expanded its production capacity by opening additional facilities in Toronto, Winnipeg, and Montreal.
In 2023, Reiss contributed $35 million toward the expansion of exhibition space at the Art Gallery of Ontario. He also holds a position on the board of directors for Sinai Health.
Achievements
In 2011, Reiss was honored as Canada's Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young. He was named to the Order of Canada in 2016 and received the Order of Ontario in 2019. That same year, he was awarded the Global Visionary of the Year by the Globe and Mail.
In 2022, the American Marketing Association inducted him into Canada's Marketing Hall of Legends. The subsequent year, he was presented with the Outstanding Achievement Award at the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards.
Personal life
Reiss married Erica between 2006 and 2007. The couple has two children and lives in Toronto. Prior to starting their family, Erica was involved in her family’s manufacturing business.