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CFS Brands announced it has acquired Mercer Culinary, a provider of commercial grade cutlery, kitchen tools, bar supplies and apparel. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Ronkonkoma, New York, Mercer Culinary has established its reputation as the innovative solution provider for culinary professionals. Mercer is also very well known in the bar industry for its Barfly Mixology Gear, which provide professionals and home enthusiasts a complete line of barware essentials and accessories.

“Mercer Culinary is an incredible company with a reputation for innovation, exceptional craftsmanship, and outstanding customer service,” says CFS Brands CEO Trent Freiberg. “Mercer joins a portfolio of businesses and brands that are leaders in their respective markets. The combination of Mercer Culinary and CFS Brands will give customers even further access to the broadest and deepest line-up of products and solutions to enhance their business. We are excited to work with the leadership team at Mercer, and we welcome all Mercer employees to CFS Brands.”

Michael Wallick, Founder and CEO of Mercer Culinary said, “The growth of Mercer over the past 30 plus years has been incredibly satisfying to my brothers and me. It is a testament to the great staff we have assembled and their efforts to grow the business to where it is today. We are excited to see the next chapter under CFS ownership.”

Mercer Chief Operating Officer David Wasserman added, “This is a tremendous opportunity to elevate the Mercer and Barfly brands even further. The future looks very bright, and we cannot wait to get started on our new path.” 

The integration process will be a gradual evolution that begins with taking needed time to develop a deep understanding of the businesses, brands, and teams, and the companies’ respective strengths and opportunities. Mercer Culinary will continue to operate as stand-alone entity within CFS Brands. Customers and suppliers will continue to interact with CFS Brands and Mercer Culinary as they have in the past.