Investment Banking
M&A advisory, corporate finance, and capital markets services for entrepreneurs, private equity firms, family offices, and corporations. Our sector expertise, long-standing relationships and entrepreneurial culture position us to drive exceptional outcomes for our clients.
How we serve clients
Mergers and acquisitions
Sell-side advisory
Corporate divestitures
Buy-side advisory
Capital advisory
Debt advisory
Growth equity
Private placements
Restructurings and recapitalizations
Board advisory
Special committee
Fairness opinions
Solvency opinions
Management buyouts
Sector coverage
Our sector-focused approach ensures customized solutions that address opportunities and challenges within your industry.
Mesirow Advises Gravis, a portfolio company of New Water Capital, L.P. on the Acquisition of Western Packaging Solutions
Rick Weil, Managing Director and Co-Head of Packaging at Mesirow Investment Banking, said, “We were pleased to advise Gravis throughout this transaction. We believe this acquisition strengthens Gravis’s capabilities in the bulk transportation packaging market and positions the combined organization to deliver enhanced value, scale, and solutions to customers across its core end markets."
“Exceeding expectations and delivering shareholder value is what it’s all about.”
Andrew Carolus
Managing Director | Mesirow Investment Banking
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2026 Mid-Year Market Update: MedSpa
We attended the Medical Spa Show (AmSpa Meeting) April 9–12, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada and came away with a sense of optimism about the sector. After speaking with 20 CEOs in the industry, our sense is that market growth picked up in 1Q2026 and is now growing between 5–8%. We have also heard that the industry has gone through a healthy rationalization that is benefitting the well managed platform companies.
April 2026 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness
April reflected a more challenging backdrop for the food, beverage and agribusiness sector, though M&A activity remained active for differentiated assets.
March 2026 Market Update: Aerospace & Defense
March marked a pivotal month for U.S. Aerospace & Defense as Operation Epic Fury entered its second month, fundamentally reshaping procurement priorities and driving unprecedented defense spending proposals.
Events
Our professionals engage where M&A opportunities take shape. We hope to connect with you at an upcoming event.
NRF Protect
NRF PROTECT is the retail industry’s leading conference focused on loss prevention, asset protection, and cybersecurity, bringing together professionals to address evolving risks and security challenges.
INDEX Nonwovens
INDEX™ is the world’s leading nonwovens exhibition, held triennially at Palexpo in Geneva, showcasing the latest innovations and applications in nonwoven materials across global industries.
Sweet and Snacks Expo
The Sweets & Snacks Expo is North America’s largest trade show for the confectionery and snack industries, bringing together brands, retailers, and industry professionals to showcase new products, trends, and innovations.
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