1954
Where it all began
JAM Paper & Envelope began in New York City in 1954, when Henry Berger opened Hudson Envelope as a paper and envelope wholesaler and printing service. In 1983, Henry's son-in-law, Michael Jacobs, opened Hudson Envelope's first retail store in New Jersey called JAM Paper & Envelope, named after his wife, Janet, his son, Andrew, and himself, Michael.
1986
JAM Expands into New York City
The New Jersey store's success inspired
Michael to expand the business into New York City. That mission was accomplished within just three years. In 1986, with a second store opening in Manhattan. During this time, JAM started gaining massive popularity among the city's trendy shoppers who appreciated the company's colorful and "funky" stationery products.
2004
The First Flagship Store
JAM's first flagship store opened in
March 2004 at 135 Third Avenue. It served as one of the premier office, school, and stationery supply stores in NYC.
2007
JamPaper.com Launches
In 2007, Andrew, decided that JAM
Paper needed a stronger online presence and functionality. Andrew then built out an e-commerce site, enabling customers to buy JAM Paper products online. Since then, Jampaper.com has revamped its appearance multiple times.
2021
Still Expanding
In December of 2021, JAM Paper merged
with BIGNAME Commerce, the parent company of Envelopes.com and Folders.com. This merger allowed JAM to further expand its online presence and product assortment, making JAM the driving force in the Paper, Folders & Offices Supplies category.