As President, U.S. Refrigeration, Adam Knutz leads with a clear conviction: individual development is the catalyst that shapes organizational success. Adam’s philosophy has driven impressive results throughout his career, including the transformation of Refrigeration Unlimited (RUI) from a legacy family business into an industry leader—doubling headcount and quadrupling revenue before bringing it into the TAG family in 2018.
Adam’s subsequent leadership at TAG has resulted in the successful integration of multiple acquisitions, consistent year-over-year revenue growth, and the expansion of operations into seven states. Adam oversees all operational and financial functions of TAG’s refrigeration services business, and takes pride in his hands-on approach to mentoring, strategic planning, and regional development.
Adam holds a B.S. in Engineering from Western Washington University and a Managing for High Performance & Retention Certificate from the University of Washington. He maintains specialized licensing for work in Hawaii and actively supports industry advancement through his service on the Hussmann Advisory Board and involvement with the Mechanical Contractors Association.
Along with expertise in commercial refrigeration, Adam’s diverse background includes work as a crash scene forensics engineer and traveling across the U.S. to collect data for reconstructive depositions. He has a deep commitment to community service that extends to organizations like Greentrike Children’s Museums and Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital.
For Adam, success in this industry comes down to serving people, building sustainable relationships, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
