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 Grand Appliance on its sale to R&B Wholesale Distributors, a Portfolio Company of Platinum Equity
Founded in 1930, Grand Appliance is a fourth-generation family-owned business with a long history of customer service, operational expertise and strong supplier relationships. With more than 90 years of history, Grand Appliance has grown into one of the largest independent appliance retailers in the Midwest. The Company operates 31 retail locations and five distribution centers across Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa, serving consumers, builders, contractors and online customers through its retail, distribution and e-commerce channels.
“Exceeding expectations and delivering shareholder value is what it’s all about.”
Andrew Carolus
Managing Director | Mesirow Investment Banking
Insights
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July 2026 Market Update: Aerospace & Defense
July activity showed the A&D sector operating at an elevated tempo across investment, consolidation and procurement. Sustained US air-defense operations in the Middle East continued to draw down interceptor inventories, reinforcing the need for expanded domestic production of key components and sub-tier inputs — demand that now extends well beyond the primes to specialized components, materials, systems, test equipment and assembly services.
June 2026 Market Update: Aerospace & Defense
June reinforced the accelerating pace of U.S. defense recapitalization as executive action, record procurement awards and landmark capital markets events signaled a structural shift in domestic production capacity and spending commitment.
June 2026 Market Update: Food, Beverage and Agribusiness
U.S. Food, Beverage & Agribusiness M&A activity in June centered on specialty ingredients and bakery, with two sizable strategic bakery deals announced within a week of each other.
Events
Our professionals engage where M&A opportunities take shape. We hope to connect with you at an upcoming event.
Affiliate Summit East
Affiliate Summit East features expert-led educational sessions, an expansive exhibit hall and valuable opportunities to build partnerships and stay ahead of industry trends.
Farnborough International Airshow
The Farnborough International Airshow brings together aircraft manufacturers, airlines, defense contractors, government officials, investors, and industry leaders to showcase innovations, conduct business, and announce major
NFPA Conference & Expo
The NFPA Conference & Expo brings together fire, electrical and life safety professionals to explore the latest standards, technologies, and solutions for protecting people and property.
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Wealth Management
We build comprehensive wealth plans that connect clients to what matters today and across generations.
CTL and Structured Debt Products
Explore high leverage, credit-backed financing and strategies to enhance execution.