Spark | 3Q2025
In this issue: Explore Mesirow’s cross-divisional expertise—from Wealth Management and Currency to Real Estate and Investment Banking—while celebrating industry recognition, new Board members, and the unique contributions of our professionals.
Insights 360
Review this quarter’s expert views from across Mesirow including Currency, Sectors and Wealth Management.
Harnessing FX Futures: A strategic approach to Currency Risk Management
Discover how Mesirow Currency leverages FX futures to help institutional investors mitigate currency exposure, enhance portfolio efficiency and navigate global markets.
Mesirow becomes FFP 2025 RIA Impact Partner
Through this partnership with the Foundation for Financial Planning, Mesirow Wealth Advisors will deliver pro bono financial planning to individuals and families in need.
Mesirow recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business and Barron’s
Mesirow leaders Brian Price, CEO, Mesirow Wealth Management, and Nathaniel Sager, President and Head of Strategy, Mesirow Capital Markets, have been named 2025 Notable Leaders in Finance by Crain's Chicago Business.
Mesirow Wealth Management has been named a Barron’s Top 100 RIA Firm for the fifth consecutive year, reflecting our focus on serving high net worth families and individuals through personal, comprehensive wealth plans, expert investment selection and exceptional service.
Mesirow is proud to be recognized as a Crain’s Chicago Business 2025 Best Places to Work, underscoring the firm’s dedication to empowering its people and fostering a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
Three new members appointed to Mesirow Board of Directors
With an average tenure of 19 years at Mesirow, Jennifer Rosenblum, CFA; Michael Annin, CFA; and Joe Hoffman, CFA each bring deep institutional knowledge and domain expertise across Wealth Management, Fiduciary Solutions, and Currency.
Mesirow celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we were proud to honor the heritage and the impact of colleagues from diverse Hispanic and Latin American backgrounds. Through our Voices profiles, we featured Mesirow professionals whose stories reflect not only the richness of their backgrounds but also the meaningful contributions they make across our firm.
Earned media highlights
Plastics News | July 14, 2025
Tariffs tangle complicated M&A decisions in 2025
Mergers & Acquisitions | August 18, 2025
Arcline’s Signia Aerospace acquires Precise Flight
Reuters | August 26, 2025
Dollar trades lower as Trump’s move to fire Fed governor spooks investors
Family Wealth Report | August 26, 2025
Chicago-Headquartered Mesirow joins Pro Bono Financial Advice Foundation
CNBC | August 26, 2025
Dollar weakens with Fed cut in view, on course for monthly drop
CityWire | September 15, 2025 (requires subscription)
Does your portfolio need the world’s largest active ETF?
PE Hub | September 16, 2025 (requires subscription)
Core Industrial-backed Momentium acquires folding cartons provider Superior Lithographics
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