Mesirow
Mesirow

Diversity, equity & inclusion

We know that our relevance, and our ability to serve clients, depends on the dynamic evolution of a workplace that prizes diverse thought and experience.

We advance DEI across three priority areas:

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Our workforce

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Our suppliers

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Our industry

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“The members of the Mesirow Inclusion Council partner with our firm’s executive leadership, providing input and support as we implement best practices in diversity, equity & inclusion while ensuring strategic alignment with the bottom line.”

Leo Harmon, Mesirow Inclusion Council Chair and Chief Investment Officer | Portfolio Manager, Equity Management

Employee Resource Groups

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Connection

Our ERGs enable employees to connect as they champion awareness, respect and authenticity throughout our corporate family.

  • PeerConnect

  • WomenConnect

  • PrideConnect

  • ParentsConnect

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Programs for young professionals

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Insights

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as we stand with communities and people of color, and review how companies can advance diversity, equity and inclusion within their workplace cultures.

Our commitment

Mesirow’s Six-Point Commitment to diversity & inclusion

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Advancing D&I

How do small/mid-size firms move forward?

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Partnerships

ECONOMIC INCLUSION

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CHICAGO UNITED

Drives economic parity for MBEs in the Chicagoland area

Our role: Active member and sponsor since 1998

INDUSTRY INCLUSION

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FINANCIAL SERVICES PIPELINE

Increasing diversity and cultural competency in Chicago financial services

Our role: 2014 founding member

LEADERSHIP DIVERSITY

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BUSINESS LEADERSHIP COUNCIL

Supports the growth of Black leaders and businesses from grassroots to the boardroom

Our role: Founding sponsor of Lead Pioneers Program

GENDER EQUITY

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WOMEN INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS

Empowers women in institutional investment community

Our role: Key partner in supporting women's professional development

INDUSTRY DIVERSITY

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECURITIES PROFESSIONALS

Advocacy for minorities and women in financial services

Our role: Member / sponsor for 20+ years

CEO DIVERSITY

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CEO ACTION FOR DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Largest CEO-driven commitment to workplace D&I

Our role: Became a pledge signatory in 2018

LATINX INCLUSION

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ALPFA

Country's first national Latino professional association

Our role: Corporate sponsor of executive leadership reception since 2018

LGBTQ INCLUSION

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OUT IN FINANCE

Uniting individuals across financial services to drive LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality

Our role: Original founding member

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Community Engagement

To spark true and lasting change, we dedicate both time and resources.

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Sustainability

We emphasize sustainability in all we do, from investing strategies to corporate operations.

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