Kodiak Interiors Group (KIG) broadens its industry scope with the addition of new support from DeWaard & Bode. Learn what the collab entails inside. 

<p><img alt="Front view of the DeWaard &amp; Bode building" height="374" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_appliances/Kodiak%20Press%20Release%20Hero%20Image.png?w=600" title="Credit: DeWaard &amp; Bode" width="600" /></p>
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<h2><strong>Kodiak Interiors Group Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Dewaard &amp; Bode</strong></h2>

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<p><strong>ENGLEWOOD, Colo., December 18, 2025 &ndash; </strong>Kodiak Interiors Group (KIG), a leading provider of appliance and interior solutions, announced the acquisition of DeWaard &amp; Bode effective December 16, 2025. This strategic acquisition supports KIG&rsquo;s continued growth and enhances its capabilities within the appliance industry, further expanding its market presence and service offerings.</p>
<p>DeWaard &amp; Bode offers home appliances, bedding, and related services, representing leading brands while offering expert installation and repair. Known for their strong customer focus and reliable solutions, DeWaard &amp; Bode further strengthens KIG&rsquo;s portfolio and enhances the company&rsquo;s ability to better serve customers and partners. This acquisition expands KIG&rsquo;s geographic reach alongside its existing operating companies, including Arizona Appliance &amp; Home, Don&rsquo;s Appliances, FBS Appliance, and Specialty Appliance.</p>
<p>&ldquo;The addition of DeWaard &amp; Bode represents an important milestone for KIG, expanding our portfolio and positioning us for continued growth while delivering greater value to our customers and partners,&rdquo; said Jeff Smith, CEO of KIG.</p>
<p>"We&rsquo;re very excited to partner with Kodiak Interiors Group, an organization that shares our values and long-term vision for growth. This partnership allows us to invest in the future of our business while preserving what makes DeWaard &amp; Bode special - our people, our processes, and our culture - ensuring continuity for our employees, customers, and partners as we enter this next chapter.&rdquo; said Jerry Roorda, President and CEO of DeWaard &amp; Bode.</p>
<p>This acquisition reinforces Kodiak Interiors Group&rsquo;s commitment to delivering high-quality appliances and interiors solutions, supporting long-term growth and innovation across its expanding portfolio.</p>


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Kodiak Interiors Group Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of DeWaard & Bode

Kodiak Interiors Group remains committed to strengthening the homes and communities we serve by volunteering at Food Bank of the Rockies. Learn more. 

<p><img alt="Kodiak Interiors Group volunteering at Food Bank of the Rockies" height="450" src="https://cdn.avbportal.com/assets/blog/Specialty%20Appliance/Kodiak%20Interiors%20Group%20Gives%20Back%201.jpeg?w=600" title="Credit: Kodiak Interiors Group" width="600" /></p>
<p>Kodiak Interiors Group was proud to come together as a team to give back to our local community. Our headquarters employees spent the day volunteering at Food Bank of the Rockies, helping support families across Colorado facing food insecurity.</p>
<p>As a company rooted in the appliance and interior industry, our work centers on kitchens, laundry rooms, and the appliances that support daily life, from cooking and food preservation to cleaning and care. Volunteering at the Food Bank of the Rockies was a meaningful extension of that mission, supporting an organization that helps ensure families have access to the food and resources that make homes function.</p>
<p>Our team worked hands on to sort and package food, prepare distributions, and support efficient warehouse operations, mirroring the same attention to detail, organization, and service that defines our approach to appliances, kitchen design, and home solutions every day.</p>
<p>Giving back is an important part of who we are at Kodiak Interiors Group. Whether through our work in appliances, kitchen solutions, and interior services or through hands on community support, we remain committed to strengthening the homes and communities we serve.</p>
<p>We are grateful to the Food Bank of the Rockies for the incredible work they do year round and proud of our team for showing up with time, energy, and heart.</p>
<p><img alt="Kodiak Interiors Group in orange vests volunteering at Food Bank of the Rockies" height="450" src="https://cdn.avbportal.com/assets/blog/Specialty%20Appliance/Kodiak%20Interiors%20Group%20Gives%20Back%202.jpeg?w=600" title="Credit: Kodiak Interiors Group" width="600" /></p>

Kodiak Interiors Group Gives Back

Join us as at the annual John Burns Summit as we learn about aligning financial strategy and operational execution to support scalable, long-term growth. 

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<p>Kodiak Interiors Group is actively participating in conversations shaping the future of the housing and building products industry, with two upcoming speaking engagements from leaders who work at the intersection of financial strategy and operational excellence to create sustainable growth.</p>

<h2 id="the-john-burns-summit-2026">The John Burns Summit 2026</h2>
<p>At The John Burns Summit 2026, CFO Darius McCurty will join a C-suite panel exploring the evolving role of building products companies in today’s increasingly complex housing market. The Summit is one of the most respected forums in the residential sector, convening senior operators, investors, and executives to address strategy at scale.</p>

<p>Darius brings a perspective shaped by direct experience overseeing financial strategy across a growing national platform. His insights will address capital discipline, operational alignment and long-term value creation -- essential elements of a successful business model in a market where business owners must balance growth and uncertainty. For more information, visit: <span><a href="https://jbrec.com/event/the-summit-2026/" target="_blank">https://jbrec.com/event/the-summit-2026/</a></span></p>

<h2 id="buildingblocks-webinar-series">BuildingBlocks Webinar Series</h2>
<p>Taking a closer look at financial health through an accounting lens, our director of credit & accounts receivable, Dan Simpson, will be featured in the BuildingBlocks webinar series, which focuses on practical, operator-led insights across finance and back-office functions in the building products space.</p>

<p>Dan will explain how credit strategy and receivables management are evolving, with an emphasis on risk management, customer relationships and cash flow consistency. His day-to-day leadership in credit and AR across Kodiak Interiors Group’s network gives him a direct view into the processes and discipline required to support healthy growth - particularly in an environment where liquidity and payment behavior face greater scrutiny. To register for this webinar, visit: <span><a href="https://luma.com/gsphkaiv" target="_blank">https://luma.com/gsphkaiv</a></span></p>

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<p>Central to how the organization partners with leading interiors and appliance businesses - strengthening what already works while building the infrastructure needed for the next stage of growth. Together, these events reflect a consistent focus: aligning financial strategy and operational execution to support scalable, long-term growth.</p>

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 Forefront of Industry Dialogue in Upcoming Industry Event

Learn how Kodiak Interiors Group works with the Storehouse Project at KBIS in February 2026 to help local families during disasters. 

<p><img alt="A banner announcing the 2026 Storehouse Project" height="302" src="https://cdn.avbportal.com/assets/blog/Specialty%20Appliance/World%20Vision%20Storehouse%20Project%20banner.png?w=600" title="Credit: World Vision" width="600" /></p>
<p>"Kodiak Interiors Group is proud to support World Vision&nbsp;through its evolving initiative now known as the Storehouse Project, a program dedicated to helping families and communities rebuild after disasters across the United States.</p>
<p>For more than two decades, leaders across the building products industry have gathered during Design and Construction Week to recognize companies donating product to support World Vision&rsquo;s disaster response and recovery efforts. In January 2026, this long standing event enters a new chapter as The Storehouse Project, reflecting a broader and more integrated approach to transforming excess inventory into meaningful aid for families in need.</p>
<p>The Storehouse Project connects manufacturers, distributors, and retailers with World Vision, helping route donated building materials and household essentials such as cabinetry, flooring, doors, appliances, and tools to communities recovering from fires, floods, hurricanes, and economic hardship. These efforts not only support immediate disaster response but also play a critical role in long term rebuilding and resiliency.</p>
<p>Kodiak Interiors Group will be joining the<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-storehouse-project-breakfast-tickets-1618300884509?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank"> Storehouse Project at KBIS</a>&nbsp;in February 2026, standing alongside industry partners committed to responsible stewardship, preparedness, and service. We are honored to support an initiative that ensures quality materials are delivered with dignity, purpose, and lasting impact.</p>
<p>We are grateful to our partners, customers, and team members who make this commitment possible and allow us to contribute to rebuilding homes, restoring hope, and strengthening communities nationwide."</p>

Kodiak Interiors Group Supports World Vision Through The Storehouse Project at KBIS 2026

Kodiak Building Partners announces the launch of Kodiak Interiors Group, a new, stand-alone business formed through the sale of Kodiak’s appliances and interiors portfolio. 

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<h2 style="text-align: center;">Specialization in building materials becomes the focus for Kodiak Building Partners</h2>

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<p><strong>ENGLEWOOD, Colo., July 9, 2025 &mdash;</strong> Kodiak Building Partners (KBP), a leading building materials distribution company, today announced the launch of Kodiak Interiors Group (KIG), a new, stand-alone business formed through the sale of Kodiak&rsquo;s appliances and interiors portfolio. The new entity will operate independently, enabling a more focused strategy in the appliances and interiors market while supporting long-term growth for both organizations.</p>
<p>Kodiak Interiors Group will include existing operating companies specializing in interiors, including Arizona Appliance &amp; Home, Don&rsquo;s Appliances, FBS Appliance and Specialty Appliance.</p>
<p>As of July 8, Jeff Smith will assume the role of CEO at KIG. Brian Huss will succeed Jeff as CFO of KBP. Joining Smith on the leadership team at KIG are Darius McCurty, who will serve as CFO, and Greg Ulvedal and Kirk Dryden, both current executive vice presidents who will continue in their leadership roles as part of the interiors group. Steve Swinney, co-founder and CEO of KBP, will serve as executive chairman of the board for KIG, providing strategic continuity and oversight.</p>
<p>&ldquo;After careful consideration and partnership, this decision was made for Kodiak Interiors Group to capitalize on significant growth opportunities in the appliances and interiors market, enabling a more focused and specialized approach to operational excellence, customer service and local leadership,&rdquo; said Smith. "Kodiak Building Partners has proven that success can come from a model that prioritizes growth through acquisition alongside local leadership and entrepreneurial independence," said Swinney. "Using this blueprint within the appliances and interiors market, we have no doubt that Jeff and the team at Kodiak Interiors Group will be able to take the business to new heights."</p>
<p>Following the sale, Kodiak Building Partners will deepen its focus on the building materials industry to support continued growth and innovation across its portfolio.</p>


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