El Dorado is a leading producer of consumer and industrial multi-wall packaging solutions The acquisition by ProAmpac will facilitate El Dorado’s continued growth The sale executed by Mesirow highlights the firm’s expertise within the flexible packaging sector, CHICAGO April 22 2021, – Mesirow acted as exclusive financial advisor to El Dorado Packaging Holdings LLC (“El Dorado” or the “Company” a portfolio company of Industrial Opportunity Partners (“IOP” on its sale to ProAmpac a leading global flexible packaging company and portfolio company of Pritzker Private Capital El Dorado manufactures customized paper-based packaging and printing solutions for retail and industrial…, 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 El Dorado, El Dorado Packaging is a leader in multi-wall consumer and rollstock packaging The company creates customized paper-based packaging and printing solutions for retail and industrial markets Within three plant locations El Dorado produces paper self-opening sacks and rollstock for consumer packaging and industrial multi-wall and shipping bags for food service seed animal health and chemical markets…

CHICAGO March 14 2016, – Mesirow Financial acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Excel Displays and Packaging (“Excel” or the “Company” on its sale to Georgia-Pacific (“GP Corrugated” Headquartered in Aurora Illinois Excel is an innovative designer and manufacturer of award-winning point-of-purchase displays high-graphic retail packaging in-store signage and industrial packaging Billy Medof president of GP…, About Georgia-Pacific Corrugated, Georgia-Pacific is a recognized leader in innovative customer-focused packaging solutions The company maintains a commitment to safety sustainability and consistent quality in its manufacture of high graphic and traditional corrugated packaging with brands such as CubeLogic® Greenshield® Color-Box® Litho-Corr™ and Brand Ready Packaging® The company’s Innovation Institute® simulates retail and…, Excel Displays and Packaging, Since 1989 Excel has been designing and producing award winning point-of-purchase displays high-graphic retail packaging in-store signage and industrial packaging Excel continues to be an industry leader by combining shopper marketing and retailer expertise with innovative and industry pace-setting manufacturing capabilities For more information visit xlpopcom Nothing contained herein…

Farmers Hen House is a leading provider of a full-range of premium branded and private label specialty eggs including free-range pasture-raised and organic Benford Capital Partners will maintain Farmers Hen House’s commitment to high quality products and invest in its continued growth Highlights the firm’s expertise within the specialty protein and branded packaged food sectors as well as its…, CHICAGO December 15 2021, – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Farmers Hen House Group Inc (“Farmers Hen House” or the “Company” on its recapitalization with Pasture Brands Holdings LLC (“Pasture Brands” an affiliate of Benford Capital Partners (“BCP” a Chicago-based middle market private equity firm focused on leveraged buyouts and…, Ryan Miller Owner and President of Farmers Hen House, said “Mesirow efficiently and tactically guided the Company through this transaction securing an ideal outcome for our farmers customers and shareholders Through their expertise in specialty protein and branded packaged food as well as deep relationships within the private equity community Mesirow identified an ideal partner in BCP to support the Company’s strong and continued growth” “We felt…, Paul Mariani Managing Director of Mesirow Investment Banking, “The Company has built a sterling reputation for sustainability corporate stewardship and a commitment to high quality products enabling the shareholders to select a strong partner with a shared vision to sustain the legacy of the business and support numerous exciting growth opportunities” The recapitalization of Farmers Hen House represents another successful assignment completed by Mesirow…, 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 Farmers Hen House, Farmers Hen House provides organic free-range and pasture-raised shell eggs responsibly sourced from local family farms and sold through retail customers who share the Company’s values of humane treatment of animals sustainability and commitment to family farming The Company was founded in 1997 with the mission to provide local Amish and Mennonite farmers with a sustainable means to competitively…

Filmquest is a leading merchant converter and distributor of polyester (“PET” and specialty films The acquisition by Duraco will enhance Filmquest’s commercial and operational capabilities The sale executed by Mesirow highlights the firm’s expertise within the flexible packaging sector, CHICAGO March 8 2021, – Mesirow acted as exclusive financial advisor to Filmquest (the “Company” on its sale to Duraco a portfolio company of OpenGate Capital and a premier manufacturer of pressure-sensitive tapes and specialty materials Headquartered in Bolingbrook IL Filmquest is a leading merchant converter and distributor of PET and specialty films The Company is recognized as an authority in the global PET film…, 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 Filmquest, Filmquest is the leading merchant converter specializing in polyester film The Company distributes converts coats laminates and metallizes all grades of polyester film The success of Filmquest and its customers is grounded in decades of market experience consistent quality award-winning customer service innovation and integrity Learn more at petfilmcom Nothing contained herein constitutes an…

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…