John Boos Acquires Wooden Kitchenware Manufacturer JK Adams

John Boos & Co., a FEDA manufacturer member specializing in wooden cutting boards and butcher blocks, has acquired JK Adams, a producer of high-quality wooden kitchenware.

John Boos will retain JK Adams' headquarters and staff in Dorset, Vermont, where the company has operated since 1944. The change is expected to enable product diversification, shared resources, collaborative innovation, and further eco-friendly initiatives, as both companies value sustainable practices.

In a news release, John Boos stated the strategic move will expand its product offerings to meet an array of culinary needs. The acquisition will combine John Boos' craftsmanship, professional-grade cutting boards and butcher blocks, commercial stainless steel kitchen equipment, and premium kitchen work tables and carts with JK Adams’ wooden cutting and carving boards.

“JK Adams' strong reputation in the culinary industry and its trusted food preparation products make the brand a seamless addition to John Boos,” John Boos President and CEO Damon Childers said. “We are excited to harness the brand’s expertise and continue our shared commitment to craftsmanship, innovation and sustainability.”

“We are proud to embark on this exciting new chapter alongside John Boos, whose unparalleled expertise in the foodservice industry sets a standard of excellence,” said Adam Sigel, president and CEO of JK Adams. “Together, we will foster growth, ensuring that the exceptional-quality cutting boards created by our skilled craftsmen benefit commercial kitchens and home cooks alike.”