Mesirow, an independent, employee-owned financial services firm, is proud to announce that it has been named one of Crain’s Best Places to Work in Chicago for 2026. Presented by Crain’s Chicago Business in partnership with Best Companies Group, the ranking is based on an evaluation of workplace practices and employee feedback, with employee survey results accounting for 75% of the overall score. Mesirow’s inclusion in this year’s list reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to its culture, creating an environment where professionals are empowered to grow and deliver meaningful outcomes for clients.
“We are honored to once again be recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business as one of the Best Places to Work in Chicago,” said Richard S. Price, Mesirow Executive Chairman and CEO. “This recognition reflects the commitment of our professionals and the values that guide us every day, from thinking and acting as owners to fostering collaboration across our specialized teams of experts. We believe that investing in our people helps ensure Mesirow remains a place where talented professionals can make a meaningful impact.”
Mesirow’s workplace culture is shaped by longstanding core values: independence, entrepreneurialism, community engagement and inclusion. The firm also supports active employee resource groups—including WomenConnect, PrideConnect, and MesirowConnect—that are open to all and enable networking and professional development.
Learn more about Mesirow’s intentional culture at Mesirow.com/we-invest-in-what-matters.
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 Private Capital & Currency, Capital Markets & Investment Banking, and Advisory Services, we invest in what matters: our clients, our communities and our culture.
Mesirow has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business multiple times and is one of Barron’s Top 100 RIA firms. To learn more, visit mesirow.com, follow us on LinkedIn and subscribe to Spark, our quarterly newsletter.
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