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Mesirow is an independent, employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937. Headquartered in Chicago with offices around the world, we serve clients through a personal, custom approach to reaching financial goals and acting as a force for social good. With capabilities spanning Global Investment Management, Capital Markets & Investment Banking, and Advisory Services, we invest in what matters: our clients, our communities and our culture. To learn more, visit www.mesirow.com and follow us on LinkedIn. Mesirow was also recently named one of the Best Places to Work in Chicago by the Chicago Tribune and one of the Top Places to Work by Crain’s Chicago Business.
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| Apr 7, 2026 | Mesirow Expands Asia-Pacific Presence with Appointment of Mr. Manabu Ogi and Mr. Katsuya Fukushima to Lead New Tokyo Office | Mesirow appoints Mr. Manabu Ogi as Managing Director and Head of Japan, Capital Formation and Currency Solutions. Mesirow appoints Mr. Katsuya Fukushima as Managing Director and Head of Sales, Japan. New Tokyo office expands the firm's abil... |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Dollar rises as US-Iran divide dashes de-escalation hopes | NEW YORK, March 26 : The dollar climbed against major currencies on Thursday, as signs that the U.S. and Iran remain far apart on a peace deal dashed hopes of Middle East de-escalation, revived the risk of a prolonged energy shock and boost... |
| Feb 9, 2026 | Vervent Strikes $80 Million Credit-Card Forward Flow Deal With Mesirow Alternative Credit | Vervent, a fintech focused on servicing and credit-card program operations, has signed a forward flow agreement led by Mesirow Alternative Credit that will provide up to $80 million of funding over the next 12 months to support the originat... |
| Feb 7, 2026 | Vervent: $80 Million Secured To Expand Consumer Credit Card Programs | Vervent, a fintech company focused on servicing, announced a forward flow agreement led by Mesirow Alternative Credit that will provide up to $80 million in funding over the next 12 months to support the origination of unsecured credit card... |
| Oct 16, 2025 | Mesirow Institutional Sales & Trading Expands Presence in Asia with Key Senior Hire | Simon Moore brings more than two decades of experience, including 15 years based in Asia, in global markets research and sales. Deep experience in both Emerging Market and US/European credit, from Investment Grade to distressed situations. ... |
| May 16, 2025 | Mesirow raises $1.25bn fund targeting US apartments | The Chicago-based firm’s fifth and largest fund to date came in over-subscribed, with 72% of capital committed by returning investors. |
| Oct 28, 2021 | Mesirow to Accelerate Growth by Expanding Platform in Florida and the U.S. Southeast | CHICAGO, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Mesirow, an independent, employee-owned financial services firm, today announced a strategic growth plan that will transform the firm's platform and presence in Florida and over time across the Southea... |
| Aug 11, 2021 | Mesirow Investment Banking Enhances Debt Advisory Capabilities with Hire of New Managing Director | |
| Aug 11, 2021 | Mesirow Public Finance Expands Team and Enhances National Presence with Launch of Maryland Office | CHICAGO, Aug. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Mesirow Financial Holdings, Inc. ("Mesirow" or the "firm"), an independent, employee-owned financial services firm, today announced Chris Sheehan and Jeff Wilke have joined as a Man... |
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FAQ about Mesirow
How many startups has Mesirow invested in?
Mesirow has 1 portfolio company on Parsers VC.
What has the press written about Mesirow?
Parsers VC has collected 14 articles mentioning Mesirow, among them “Mesirow Expands Asia-Pacific Presence with Appointment of Mr. Manabu Ogi and Mr. Katsuya Fukushima to Lead New Tokyo Office” (Apr 7, 2026) and “Dollar rises as US-Iran divide dashes de-escalation hopes” (Mar 26, 2026).
Is Mesirow still active?
Yes, Mesirow is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Jul 4, 2026.