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 Canworks on its Sale to Mason Wells
Founded in 2020, Canworks is a direct-to-aluminum-can digital printer serving beverage brands across high-growth categories, including energy, wellness, hydration, craft beer, CBD and cannabis, ready-to-drink cocktails, seltzers and ciders, kombucha, among others. Canworks delivers a comprehensive suite of solutions that beverage brands need to stand out in competitive markets – fast turnaround times and operational agility, short-run flexibility, premium graphic design, technical support, and an environmentally sustainable product offering. Canworks was founded in 2020 by brothers Ryan and Marshall Thompson and today operates five facilities across the United States.
“Exceeding expectations and delivering shareholder value is what it’s all about.”
Andrew Carolus
Managing Director | Mesirow Investment Banking
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Beyond PACK EXPO
Following PACK EXPO 2026, we highlight seven key trends shaping the packaging industry and M&A landscape, and what they could mean for middle-market business owners.
September 2026 Market Update: Aerospace & Defense
A&D equities fell sharply in September, diverging from broader benchmarks.
September 2026 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness
Total transaction activity increased to 48 from 41, principally reflecting public equity offerings rather than an increase in M&A.
Events
Our professionals engage where M&A opportunities take shape. We hope to connect with you at an upcoming event.
BHB Invest
BHB INVEST is a leading behavioral health dealmaking conference that brings together owners, operators, private equity firms, strategic buyers, investors and M&A advisors.
NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition
NBAA-BACE is an aviation event that brings together industry professionals to explore the latest aircraft, technologies, solutions and trends shaping the future of aviation.
Securing New Ground (SNG)
Securing New Ground (SNG) is the security industry's conference, bringing together business leaders, investors, and industry experts to discuss emerging trends, market opportunities, and the future of the se
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CTL and Structured Debt Products
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