CHICAGO February 13 2017,  – Mesirow Financial acted as financial advisor to Fisher Container Corp (“Fisher Container” or the “Company” on its sale to investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (“Morgan Stanley” and Management Headquartered in Buffalo Grove Illinois Fisher Container is a leading manufacturer of innovative and technical flexible packaging products primarily for the cleanroom food and…, About Mesirow Financial, Mesirow Financial is an independent employee-owned firm founded in 1937 As specialists in investment risk management and advisory services we are committed to helping our institutional corporate and individual clients achieve their objectives Our professionals are inspired by an entrepreneurial desire to develop tailored solutions designed to deliver measurable results To learn more please visit…

• Rick Weil (Managing Director Melanie Yermack (Managing Director and Chris Yike (Director served as transaction leads • Gelpac’s successful sale to ProAmpac highlights Mesirow’s expertise and relationships within the packaging sector, CHICAGO April 17 2024, – Mesirow is proud to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Gelpac Inc (“Gelpac” or the “Company” a portfolio company of an investor group consisting of NAMAKOR Holdings (“NAMAKOR” Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (“CDPQ” and Groupe W Investissements (“W Investments” (collectively the “Investor Group” on its sale to ProAmpac a global leader in flexible packaging and…, About Mesirow , 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 Global Investment Management Capital Markets & Investment Banking and Advisory Services we invest in what matters…, About Gelpac Inc, Gelpac has been a leading supplier of high-performance packaging solutions to the North American agrifood pharmaceutical chemical and construction industries for over 60 years Its multiwall paper bags and various polyethylene packaging products are designed to meet the exact specifications of each client and are manufactured on state-of-the-art production lines by seasoned teams that share a…

General Converting is a manufacturer and converter of premium folding cartons for recognized brands in the food confectionary and consumer markets among others The transaction executed by Mesirow represents the firm’s third folding carton transaction in 2023 and exemplifies the firm’s expertise in the specialty packaging space as well the firm’s deep financial sponsor relationships, CHICAGO November 13 2023,  , –  Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to General Converting  (the “Company” on its sale to CORE Industrial Partners (“CORE”  Founded over 40 years ago General Converting is a manufacturer and converter of premium folding cartons for discerning brands in the food confectionary and consumer markets among others…, About Mesirow , 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 Global Investment Management Capital Markets & Investment Banking and Advisory Services we invest in what matters…, About General Converting, General Converting founded in 1982 is an independent folding carton platform recognized for its quality exceptional service extensive technical expertise and robust in-house capabilities The Company works with recognized brands across the confectionary food consumer automotive and industrial markets among others to produce award-winning and tailored packaging solutions that maximize shelf-appeal…

Gilsbar is a leading independent third-party administrator providing a fully-integrated approach to health benefit plan administration and care management programs Partnership will advance HealthComp’s establishment of a leading national TPA of self-insured health plans Highlights the firm’s expertise and relationships within the healthcare industry, CHICAGO January 20 2022, – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Gilsbar Holdings LLC (“Gilsbar” or the “Company” on the sale of its Third-Party Administrator (TPA and Care Management (“MedCom” divisions to HealthComp Holding Company LLC (“HealthComp” a leading independent TPA of healthcare benefits for self-funded employers and…, Ryan Haun CEO of Gilsbar Holdings LLC, said “Mesirow’s ability to tailor a transaction process to meet our specific objectives proved instrumental in finding the ideal partner to invest in the TPA’s continued growth and success Drawing upon their substantial experience and deep industry relationships the Mesirow team secured the optimal outcome for all parties” “We greatly valued the opportunity to advise Gilsbar throughout this…, Lance Bell Managing Director of Mesirow Investment Banking, “For more than 60 years the Company has committed itself to providing best-in-class service and capabilities and represents a compelling platform for growth We believe HealthComp will maintain the Company’s industry-leading reputation and invest in Gilsbar’s ability to deliver even greater value to the TPA market” The sale of Gilsbar’s TPA and Care Management divisions represents another…, About Mesirow, 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 Global Investment Management Capital Markets & Investment Banking and Advisory Services we invest in what matters…, About Gilsbar, Established in 1959 Gilsbar Holdings LLC® is one of the largest privately held insurance services organizations in the country Recognized as a catalyst for creating healthy businesses while delivering health plan savings Gilsbar LLC offers self-funded and fully-insured benefit plan management services along with Wellness Advocacy and overall Population Health Management Gilsbar Specialty…

GLI is a leading provider of custom pool products Partnership with Pamplona Capital Management and Latham will maintain GLI’s culture and drive further investment in growth The transaction executed by Mesirow highlights the firm’s collaborative nature and expertise within the Consumer and Industrials sectors, CHICAGO November 12 2020, – Mesirow acted as exclusive financial advisor to GLI Pool Products (“GLI” or the “Company” on its strategic partnership with Pamplona Capital Management (“Pamplona” and its portfolio of companies Pamplona is also the majority investor in Latham Pool Products Inc (“Latham” The Youngstown Ohio-based GLI is a known service leader in shipping custom inground swimming pool liners and safety covers…, About Mesirow, 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 Global Investment Management Capital Markets & Investment Banking and Advisory Services we invest in what matters…, About GLI Pool Products, GLI Pool Products is a privately held and locally owned manufacturer They currently employ over 340 people operating three shifts within their Youngstown facility GLI utilizes lean manufacturing processes to manufacture and ship custom pool liners and safety covers worldwide GLI is committed to delivering their products particularly custom pool liners and safety covers quickly and professionally…

Golden Ceramic manufactures custom dental prosthetic appliances for dental support organizations group practices and dentists across the United States Mesirow acted as the exclusive financial advisor on this transaction highlighting the firm’s experience with founder-owned companies its continued success in the healthcare sector and relationships throughout the middle market private equity…, CHICAGO September 12 2024,  – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm has announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Golden Ceramic Dental Lab (“GCDL” “Golden Ceramic” or the “Company” on its recapitalization with The Zabel Companies (“Zabel” a private investment firm based in Charlotte NC  Based in Prospect Heights IL GCDL is a leading full-service dental laboratory that manufactures…

CHICAGO July 26 2016, – Mesirow Financial acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Graphic Paper Inc (“Graphic Paper” or the “Company” on its sale to Lindenmeyr Munroe (“Lindenmeyr” a paper merchant and distributor of quality paper and packaging products and a subsidiary of Central National Gottesman Inc (“CNG” Headquartered on Long Island New York Graphic Paper is a leading Northeastern and mid-Atlantic wholesale…, About Central National Gottesman Inc, Central National Gottesman Inc is a $55 billion sales and marketing organization in the global pulp paper tissue packaging and plywood industry Founded in 1886 and headquartered in Purchase NY CNG operates through established industry entities in its Distribution Publication Papers and Central National divisions building on 130 years of family ownership market knowledge and adaptability to create…

Hammond’s Candies is a privately-owned manufacturer and marketer of high quality nostalgic and artisanal sweets and snacks Founded in 1920 and based in Denver Colorado Hammond’s Candies has built a reputation rooted in tradition for its handmade colorful canes pops and twists uniquely flavored chocolate bars flat taffy and seasonal and novelty sweets, CHICAGO November 13 2024,  – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Hammond’s Candies (“Hammond’s” or the “Company” on its sale to Lolli & Pops a portfolio company of TerraMar Capital (TerraMar Founded in 1920 in Denver Colorado Hammond’s develops manufactures and markets specialty candies and snacks As one of the preeminent US…