Simple Mills Acquired by Flowers Foods, Inc.
Simple Mills is a market-leading, better-for-you food brand focused on delivering nutrient-dense and sustainable products that taste great.
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ShipBob Achieves Unicorn Status
ShipBob, a premier e-commerce fulfillment service, proudly stands as a Chicago unicorn.
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Factor Acquired by HelloFresh
Factor, a ready-made meal delivery company serving premium customers focused on health and nutrition, was acquired by HelloFresh.
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Simple Mills Earns IVCA Company of the Year Honor
HPA is proud to announce that Simple Mills, an HPA portfolio company and leading clean-label food brand, has been named the 2025 Venture Capital Portfolio Company of the Year by the Illinois Venture Capital Association (IVCA). This honor recognizes Simple Mills’ exceptional growth, purpose-driven leadership, and transformative impact on both the food industry and Chicago’s innovation […]