Mesirow Financial

About The Fund

Mesirow Financial, an employee-owned financial services firm, is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Their core expertise is in investment management, risk management, and advisory services. The investment banking division of Mesirow Financial provides various services, including public financing, brokerage, and insurance solutions in employee, life, and property sectors. This includes corporate recovery and valuation, litigation and investigation, and real estate development consulting services. The firm particularly focuses on serving investing institutions, public sector entities, and broker dealers. With an extensive presence in the private equity marketplace, Mesirow Financial's Private Equity division has a track record of engaging with both institutional and high net worth clients. Mesirow Financial's investment thesis revolves around differentiated and diverse capabilities tailored to the specific needs of their clients, with specialist teams providing a personalized approach to financial goals complemented by a commitment to social good. Their investment areas include but are not limited to Other, IT and TMT, FinTech and Financials services, Hardware and Manufacturing, and A.I. and Big Data. Through their Global Investment Management services, Mesirow manages global alternative and traditional strategies, helping guide investors towards their financial objectives. The Capital Markets transactions, advisory services, and retirement plans underscore their commitment to the middle market, while their Wealth Management services offer comprehensive wealth plans connecting individuals and families to what matters across generations. Their dedication to corporate responsibility is evident through their engagements in sustainability, community contribution, social justice, and diversity and equity initiatives.