Hear Jennifer’s interview from November 4 2024 where she shared 7 year-end financial planning tips including maximizing annual gifting Roth IRA conversions and tax loss harvesting   Listen to the replay

Hear Jennifer’s interview from November 25 2024 where she discussed the ins and outs of financial gifting to family and non-profits Listen to the replay

When should teens start thinking about retirement savings Jennifer Rosenblum recently discussed smart money habits that can help give teens a head start on their financial future with Jon Hansen on “Mesirow Monday” on WGN Radio 720 Listen to the replay , Listen to the replay

Hear Noah’s interview from March 3 2025 where he discussed important topics to consider if you or someone you know is deciding to buying a home Listen to the replay

This spooky season the real scare isn’t ghosts — it’s the financial risks you might be taking without realizing it Listen to Mesirow Wealth Advisor Noah Bloch’s appearance on WGN Radio 720 with Jon Hansen where he discussed five ways you could risk your financial future and how to combat those risks Listen to the replay , Listen to the replay

Hear Sophia’s interview from June 3 2024 where she discussed five essential financial planning topics for young families, LISTEN TO THE REPLAY >

Are you worried that tariffs could put your portfolio at risk Mesirow Wealth Management’s Director of Research Sumit Desai CFA recently discussed how to navigate the storm with Jon Hansen on “Mesirow Monday” on WGN Radio 720 Have questions message us, Listen to the replay

Start your year smarter with insights built for what’s next Listen to Mesirow Director of Research Sumit Desai’s recent appearance on WGN Radio 720 with Jon Hansen where he discussed what’s shaping the economy the data to watch next and practical steps to start 2026 on the right foot Listen to the replay , Listen to the replay

Savoy, honors an elite group of African American men and women for their executive and business leadership contributions each year , CHICAGO July 20 2022, – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced, Ben Blakney, President of Mesirow Institutional Real Estate Direct Investments (“IRED” was named one of Savoy Magazine ’s 2022 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America Savoy one of the leading African American business and lifestyle magazines published its definitive list of African American executives influencers and achievers impacting corporate America in its summer issue  “ Savoy is proud…, LP Green II, Publisher of Savoy Magazine “These innovative trailblazers have led efforts to foster growth for some of the country’s highest-performing companies throughout and beyond the US market” Ben has more than 30 years of investment industry experience as a senior executive in both the public and private sectors He joined Mesirow in 2014 and today serves as a member of the Mesirow Board of Directors…, Natalie Brown, “Ben exemplifies our firm’s commitment to serving clients through differentiated financial products acting as a force for social good and sustaining our people-centric culture We congratulate Ben on this well-deserved recognition as we celebrate his leadership and accomplishments  “I am honored to be recognized by Savoy and humbled for being included in the publication’s prestigious list of…

R, esilient realistic and rethinking retirement Gen Z charts a nontraditional path to success, Lunceford calls for empathy not judgment as this generation faces new economic and social challenges , CHICAGO – August 11 2025, – In a compelling segment on WGN’s Your Money Matters with Jon Hansen  Dr Gregg Lunceford PhD CFP ® Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management urged listeners to reframe how they perceive Generation Zs financial and career choices With three upcoming podcasts exploring this theme Lunceford emphasized that Gen Z—those between 13 and 27 years old—deserve not only guidance but understanding “We…, A Generation Tempered by Challenge, Far from being naive or disengaged Gen Z has grown up amid seismic events school shootings two economic crises (2008 and 2020 and rising college debt These experiences have shaped a generation that is both cautious and entrepreneurial “They’ve lived through instability we only faced later in life” Lunceford noted “Many are choosing alternate paths—gig work digital careers—not because they lack…, Redefining Career Loyalty and Home Life, From job-hopping to extended stays in the parental home Gen Z’s choices are often misread as signs of immaturity In reality Lunceford says they reflect practical responses to rising housing costs wage stagnation and limited access to employer-sponsored pensions “Living at home longer isn’t about entitlement—it’s about financial strategy” he said “When approached with clear goals and saving plans…, Pathways to Leadership on Their Own Terms, Many Gen Z professionals still aspire to leadership—but they are rewriting how to get there Rather than climbing a single corporate ladder they seek diverse experiences across industries to build a portfolio of skills “Its not a lack of loyalty—it’s a new kind of career planning” Lunceford explained “They want the C-suite but they want to earn it through breadth agility and intentional choices”…, 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 Private Capital & Currency Capital Markets & Investment Banking and Advisory Services we invest in what…, Mesirow does not provide legal or tax advice,  Past performance is not indicative of future results The views expressed above are as of the date given may change as market or other conditions change and may differ from views express by other Mesirow associates  Mesirow refers to Mesirow Financial Holdings Inc and its divisions subsidiaries and affiliates The Mesirow name and logo are registered service marks of Mesirow Financial Holdings Inc…