Mesirow Advises Coast to Coast Logistics, LLC on its Recapitalization with Hidden Harbor Capital Partners
• Coast to Coast Logistics is a full-service, non-asset-based third party logistics (“3PL”) provider specializing in drayage brokerage services across the United States
• Mesirow acted as the exclusive financial advisor on this transaction, highlighting the firm’s continued success in the distribution and supply chain sector
CHICAGO, February 13, 2025 – Mesirow, an independent, employee-owned financial services firm, today announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Coast to Coast Logistics, LLC (“Coast to Coast” or the “Company”) on its recapitalization with Hidden Harbor Capital Partners (“Hidden Harbor”).
Headquartered in Deerfield, IL, Coast to Coast Logistics is a premier non-asset-based logistics company specializing in drayage brokerage solutions across the United States for a wide range of end markets, including electronics & appliances, automotive, building products, food & beverage and retail, among others. The Company ensures seamless, on-time deliveries that keep international supply chains running efficiently. Coast to Coast’s comprehensive brokerage services include import and export cargo transport, warehousing, storage solutions (e.g., transloading and long-term storage), and over-the-road (“OTR”) services (e.g., full-truckload (“FTL”), less-than-truckload (“LTL”) and refrigerated loads).
David Fishbein, CEO and Founder of Coast to Coast, said, “Partnering with Mesirow was a game-changer in achieving a highly successful outcome and finding the right partner to support our growth. Mesirow’s strategic vision, deep market expertise, and unwavering dedication made the entire process seamless, positioning us for continued success.” David Fishbein will continue to serve as CEO of Coast to Coast and remain an equity holder.
Rocky Pontikes, Senior Managing Director and Co-Head of Mesirow Investment Banking, added, “We were honored to represent David and the Coast to Coast team throughout this journey. Hidden Harbor is an ideal partner to elevate and expand the Company’s brand, and drive growth and success in the marketplace.”
The recapitalization of Coast to Coast marks another successful distribution and supply chain transaction completed by Mesirow Investment Banking. In recent years, the firm has completed more than 325 transactions across its verticals. With deep industry expertise, long-standing client relationships, and a commitment to delivering tailored solutions, Mesirow continues to build a proven track record of highly successful transactions.