Firm hires Marcin Bednarczyk from Russell Investments as Senior Vice President Bednarczyk will focus on implementing the team’s investment strategy and portfolio management functions The role will support the recently expanded suite of products and continued increase in AUM, CHICAGO July 30 2021, – Mesirow Financial Holdings Inc (“Mesirow” or the “firm” an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced Marcin Bednarczyk has joined as a Senior Vice President Senior Portfolio Manager where he will focus on implementing the team’s investment strategy and portfolio management functions The team’s assets under management have grown to more than $124 billion* as…, About Mesirow Currency Management , With global headquarters in Chicago and investment presence around the world Mesirow Currency Management manages over $124 billion* in assets for an institutional global client base and offers custom solutions to suit specific client needs Our offerings include execution services passive management active currency risk management and currency for return For more information please visit…, About Mesirow , Mesirow is an independent employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937 Headquartered in Chicago with locations 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…

Mesirow (“the “firm” today announced the recent appointments of three executives with proven track records of driving business growth and enhancing the client experience in the financial services industry “To deliver excellence to clients we are committed to attracting and retaining top-notch talent across all levels of our organization” said Dominick Mondi President and CEO of Mesirow “Our firm…, About Mesirow , Mesirow is an independent employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937 Headquartered in Chicago with offices in 21 cities 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 our…

Firm awarded top score of 100 for sixth time, Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index provides an annual assessment of LGBTQ+ workplace equality, CHICAGO January 8 2024, – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced that it received a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index (CEI the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality The 2025 CEI includes 1449 businesses the highest number of rated…, Mesirow CEO, Natalie Brown, “We appreciate the work of our professionals as they develop programs and community engagement that promote allyship respect and authenticity” The CEI rates companies on detailed criteria falling under four central pillars non-discrimination policies across business entities equitable benefits for LGBTQ+ workers and their families supporting an inclusive culture and corporate social…, HRCF Senior Director of Workplace Equality RaShawn “Shawnie” Hawkins SHRM-CP, “As conversations evolve on corporate America’s approach to diversity equity and inclusion year-over-year growth in CEI participation is evidence of a business community that largely recognizes the responsibility and value in upholding equity and inclusion” The full report is available online at hrcorg/cei  , 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 the Human Rights Campaign, The Human Rights Campaign Foundation is the educational arm of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC Americas largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality for lesbian gay bisexual transgender and queer (LGBTQ+ people Through its programs the HRC Foundation seeks to make transformational change in the everyday lives of LGBTQ+ people shedding light on inequity and deepening the public’s…

We know our employees are the foundation of our success Based on your survey feedback we are excited to share the following improvements to our Employee Value Program, Milestone Recognition, We look forward to celebrating and highlighting our employees with significant milestones Milestone anniversaries (3 5 10 15 20 etc years will be awarded with “milestone money” This money can be spent however you choose Each milestone will receive $100x the milestone year HR will communicate additional information on this in the coming weeks, Anniversary Day Off, Employees will receive an additional day off during their milestone anniversary HR will communicate additional information on this in the coming weeks, Health and Wellness Stipend, Each employee will be allowed up to $300 annually to use toward qualifying health and wellness activities For example you can use it toward the cost of a gym membership to purchase exercise equipment or take nutritional classes HR will communicate additional information on this in the coming weeks, Summer Friday Hours, Work permitting every Friday from Memorial Day through Labor Day all employees can leave the office at 330 pm CST to coincide with market closing We hope this allows you to maximize your weekends, Peer-to-Peer Recognition, We will be implementing a formal peer-to-peer recognition program whereby employees can nominate their co-workers for a $500 gift card Its a great way to thank someone who has positively influenced your day and reinforces a culture of support collaboration and achievement, Bar Cart First Fridays, The first Friday of every month (outside of the summer months we will host Bar Cart Fridays on one of our floors starting at 300 pm We encourage you to take advantage of this and get to know your fellow co-workers, Jeans Days, Going forward we are extending Jeans Days to run throughout the months of December through February on an annual basis Employees may wear jeans to work subject to client and business needs All initiatives listed above are a part of our Mesirow Employee Value Program (EVP which touches on Career Development Wellness/Benefits Compensation Culture Workplace/Environment Recognition Human Resources…

Continuing an 82-year legacy of giving back to the community Mesirow employees in July surpassed a milestone 5000 volunteer hours in service to Chicago’s Brighton Park neighborhood since 2013 Through a partnership established in 2013 with United Way of Metro Chicago the people of Mesirow have dedicated themselves through mentorship to students arranging community events providing college and…, CONTACT,   mediainquiries@mesirowfinancialcom  , About Mesirow, Mesirow is an independent employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937 Headquartered in Chicago with offices in 21 cities 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 our…

Awarded as runner-up by ESG Investing ESG Investing celebrates the best in Environmental Social and Governance (ESG funds research and products, CHICAGO February 16 2022, – ESG Investing recognized Mesirow Equity Management (“MEM” as the runner-up for Best ESG Investment Fund US Equities award With a track record and focus on sustainability MEM actively incorporates sustainable investment criteria into their fundamental assessment of macro sector and company specific trends as they seek favorable portfolio performance and risk characteristics Since inception the…, About Mesirow Equity Management, Mesirow Equity Management (MEM is an institutional asset manager focused exclusively on investing in small cap value and small-mid cap value equities Our traditional equity strategies are also offered with a sustainable equity focus For more information please visit mesirowcom/equity , About Mesirow, Mesirow is an independent employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937 Headquartered in Chicago with locations 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…

As of 8312022, Equity markets pull back after a significant 8-week bounce, Russell 2000 Value -122% Russell 2500 Value -115% Russell 2000 -172% and Russell 2500 -160% YTD Inflation after touching 40-year high appears to be peaking but remains elevated Fed policy expectations for terminal rate moves lower from ~40% to (35% -37% Expectation of another 125-150bps of rate hikes drives fear of Fed mistake causing an economic recession Russia/Ukraine conflict is stagnant…,  , Strengths and opportunities for small cap value, Nominal GDP growth weakening for 2022 with expectations slowing on the margin Employment formation and spending continue to show strength Small/small-mid value is the most discounted equity category Considerable excess savings increased bank leading should support growth as liquidity transmits into the real economy Energy prices are slowing quickly and could help boost the consumer,  , Threats to the market, Valuation multiples have recovered somewhat as peaking rates are incorporated another 20%-25% downside from current levels in a recessionary scenario Earnings revisions are moving lower global growth starting to weaken a potential slowdown/recession in 2023 is no longer “priced-in” after the market recovery Increased volatility until growth and recession fears abate wider high-yield spreads and…

•    Honored within Zephyr’s PSN manager database as Manager of the Decade, •    Award recognizes top performers for the latest ten-year period ending in 2023, CHICAGO April 10 2024, – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm is pleased to announce that Mesirow Equity Management  was awarded Manager of the Decade by Zephyr’s PSN manager database This award recognizes the top ten managers who successfully navigated market conditions and delivered strong performance in a ten-year span that were characterized by a challenging geopolitical environment a…, Leo Harmon CFA CAIA, Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager of Mesirow Equity Management  “We are honored to be recognized by PSN and excited that our team continues to receive independent external recognition for our outperformance and commitment to clients” For nearly four decades PSN has been a top resource for investment professionals and asset managers Over 2800 firms 285 universes and more than 21000…, About Mesirow Equity Management , Mesirow Equity Management is an institutional asset manager focused exclusively on investing in small-cap and small-mid cap value and core equities For more information please visit mesirowcom/equity , About Mesirow , Mesirow is an independent employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937 Headquartered in Chicago with locations 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…

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