08/13/2026
Team CLK,
I don’t really know how to put this into words.
It’s time for me to say goodbye.
CLK has been so much more than a business to me. It was a dream I poured my heart, time, and energy into—and along the way, it became a community.
You became my community.
Through CLK, I’ve met incredible people, watched families grow, and built friendships I never expected. I’ve shared countless conversations, laughs, stories, celebrations, and a lot of food—and I truly remember it all.
There were hard days when I questioned everything and wondered if I could keep going. But then someone would stop by, send a message, bring a friend, or simply show up—and those moments kept me going more than you’ll ever know.
So while part of me feels like I’m letting go of a dream, I’m trying to remind myself that I’m not giving up—I’m pressing pause.
I’m stepping back to breathe, reset, and figure out what the next chapter of my life looks like. I don’t know exactly what comes next, and honestly, that’s a little scary.
But I do know this:
I don’t regret a single moment of this journey.
Not the long days, the sleepless nights, the stress, or the sacrifices—because all of it led me here, to this community and to all of you.
I’m grateful I took the chance on myself and got to share something I cared so deeply about.
As of August 12, operations for me have officially stopped. I wanted to be honest with you all about where things stand.
The CLK food truck has been sold, but CLK will continue locally under new ownership, with a new vision and direction. The legacy continues in a new chapter, and I’m genuinely excited to see what they do with it. If you’re ever in the Johnson City area, please show them some love.
And who knows…
Maybe this isn’t the end for me.
Maybe it’s just the start of something new.
Until then, thank you for letting me be a small part of your lives.
With all my love and gratitude,
Chris ❤️
