New investment will accelerate the growth of CLO-CLO’s wellness & lifestyle food products
Sioux Falls, SD – April 15, 2025 – Exit 156 is excited to announce a $1.0 Million investment in CLO-CLO Foods, a trailblazer in the health and wellness food industry, headquartered in the Minneapolis area. This investment will support CLO-CLO’s mission to expand its line of innovative, delicious, and accessible allergen-friendly foods, which include their signature vegetable-based, gluten-free pizza crusts.
“We are thrilled to partner with CLO-CLO Foods, a company leading the way in plant-based alternatives,” said Josh Robinson, Managing Partner at Exit 156. “Their unique approach to allergen-friendly foods has the potential to transform the way people think about plant-based eating, and we’re confident that this investment will help fuel their growth and increase access to these sustainable products. CLO-CLO is poised to become a category-defining brand in the health and wellness food space.”
CLO-CLO Foods was founded by Augie and Wendy Hinnenkamp, a modern health and wellness food company whose personal experience with food restrictions for their daughter inspired them to create a brand that prioritizes allergen-friendly foods. With a focus on clean, functional, and convenient nutrition, CLO-CLO offers products that are not only plant-powered but also free from common allergens, making them a great choice for people with dietary restrictions.
“We are beyond excited to have Exit 156’s support as we scale our business and expand our reach,” said Wendy Hinnenkamp, Founder and CMO of CLO-CLO Foods. “This funding will allow us to accelerate product development and bring our innovative options to even more consumers who are looking for healthier and sustainable food choices.”
CLO-CLO Foods is already gaining traction with wellness-conscious consumers, families with diet restrictions, and busy families alike. With thoughtfully sourced ingredients and culinary creativity at the heart of every product, the brand is aiming to elevate frozen pizzas and flatbreads to a whole new standard.
About Exit 156
Exit 156 is an investment firm focused on aligning distinctive, growth-oriented investment prospects with exceptional financial acumen and their network of operating partners. They specialize in small and middle-market businesses in healthcare services, devices, technology, and consumer goods.
About CLO-CLO Foods
CLO-CLO Foods is a women-owned food innovator and disruptive brand in the Wellness & Lifestyle Foods Industry. CLO-CLO Foods was founded by Augie and Wendy Hinnenkamp after their daughter’s food restrictions led them to seek out healthy, allergen-free alternatives.
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