Pearson’s Candy develops manufactures and markets branded and private label confections throughout the US and Canada Owned by Spell Capital Partners the century-old candy maker is based in St Paul MN and is best known for its iconic brands and Midwestern roots, CHICAGO December 13 2022, – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Pearson’s Candy (“Pearson’s” or the “Company” a portfolio company of Spell Capital Partners (“Spell Capital” on its sale to Annabelle Candy Company (“Annabelle” / Seattle Gourmet Foods (“SGF” a portfolio company of Promise Holdings LLC (Promise Founded in 1909 in St Paul…, 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 Pearson’s Candy, Pearson’s was founded by Edward Pearson in 1909 and is currently located in St Paul MN The Company’s brands include Pearson’s Salted Nut Roll Mint Patties Nut Goodie and BUN Our purpose is simple to make tomorrow a little better than today – for our customers our team and our community We do this through our commitment to making everyday moments a little sweeter Pearson’s has been delighting…, About Spell Capital, Spell Capital was founded in 1988 and is a manager of private equity based in Minneapolis MN Spell Capital has over $12 billion of assets under management Spell Capital Private Equity is engaged in the acquisition of controlling interests in well-managed historically profitable manufacturing businesses on behalf of the Spell Family Office As a family office Spell Capital is long-term patient…, About Annabelle Candy Company, Annabelle is home to legendary candy bars including Abba-Zaba® Rocky Road® Big Hunk® U-NO® and Look ® Annabelle’s is a third generation candy manufacturer whose heritage candy bars deliver sweet nostalgia to longtime customers while unique flavor innovations attract new generations of candy lovers Learn more annabellecandycom , About Seattle Gourmet Foods, Seattle Gourmet Foods manufacturer of the Dilettante Chocolates® brand has been committed to manufacturing premium food and confections for almost 30 years Consisting of four national brands multiple contract manufacturing partnerships and private label manufacturing SGF provides value and quality to those looking for private label and co-manufacturing to grow or to those wanting to move out of…, About Promise Holdings LLC , Promise is a private holding company that invests in and helps operate early-stage and mature businesses primarily in the consumer industry Promise utilizes diversity in all forms in providing true value-add to all its portfolio companies Promise acquired Annabelle Candy Company in December 2021 and Seattle Gourmet Foods in in July 2022 Learn more promise-holdingscom  

Pharma Packaging Solutions is a leading turn-key contract packager offering robust services to global pharmaceutical and healthcare industries Highlights the firm’s expertise and relationships within the packaging and healthcare industries, CHICAGO November 8 2021, – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Pharma Packaging Solutions (“PPS” or the “Company” a division of Carton Service CSI LLC on its sale to Tjoapack a Netherlands-based contract packaging organization serving the pharmaceutical industry PPS is a premier turn-key contract packager offering commercial…, Reid Lederer President of PPS, “The Mesirow team provided expert guidance and achieved an outcome that will greatly benefit all parties”, Rick Weil Managing Director of Mesirow Investment Banking, said “We valued the opportunity to represent PPS throughout this transaction and enhance our presence in the contract packaging space PPS’s strong industry reputation enabled us to identify the ideal strategic partner for the Company Tjoapack is committed to maintaining PPS’s leading industry presence and investing in the Company’s growth” The sale of PPS represents another successful assignment…, 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 Pharma Packaging Solutions, Pharma Packaging Solutions is an agile compliant and innovative contract packager serving the pharmaceutical and  healthcare markets The Company delivers primary and secondary packaging in the forms of bottle filling blister packaging folding carton production pouching repackaging cold chain packaging and compliance packaging serving end markets such as pharmaceuticals (Rx OTC personal care…

Pharmaceutic Litho & Label Company is a premier manufacturer of printed inserts labels and packaging components for the pharmaceutical medical device and biotechnology markets, The company founded in 1928 serves an impressive global customer base from two strategically located manufacturing plants in Simi Valley California and Winston-Salem North Carolina, The transaction executed by Mesirow highlights the firm’s deep expertise within the pharmaceutical labeling and packaging space,  , CHICAGO June 29 2023, – Mesirow acted as exclusive financial advisor to Pharmaceutic Litho & Label (“PLLC” or the “Company” on its sale to Resource Label Group LLC (“RLG” a portfolio company of Ares Management Corporation Founded in 1928 in Winston-Salem North Carolina Pharmaceutic Litho has been a leader in the pharmaceutical printing industry for over 90 years designing and manufacturing labels manuals inserts…, About Resource Label Group , Resource Label Group LLC is a leading full-service provider of label and packaging solutions with a diverse product offering which includes pressure sensitive labels shrink sleeves RFID/NFC technology sustainable product solutions scent activation technology pharmaceutical packaging and fulfillment services Resource Label provides products and services for the food beverage chemical household…, 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…

Piedmont Candy Company is a manufacturer and marketer of branded and private label confections and snack foods recognized for its iconic Red Bird and better-for-you Thinful snacking brands Founded in 1890 and based in Lexington North Carolina Piedmont Candy Company has been handcrafting candy and confections for over 130 years, CHICAGO July 10 2023, – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Piedmont Candy Company (“Piedmont” or the “Company” a portfolio company of Plexus Capital (“Plexus” on its sale to Sequel Holdings (“Sequel” and Embassy Park Investment Company (“EPIC”  Founded in 1890 in Lexington North Carolina Piedmont is a leading manufacturer 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…, About Piedmont Candy Company, Piedmont Candy Company is an iconic confections business that’s been handcrafting peppermint and assorted flavored soft candy puffs in North Carolina since 1890 The Company markets its products under the iconic Red Bird brand as well as its recently launched better-for-you snacking brand Thinful To learn more visit redbirdcandiescom and bethinfulcom, About Plexus Capital, Plexus Capital is a Raleigh NC-based private equity firm founded in 2004 Plexus focuses on investments and partnerships with middle market businesses seeking capital for growth The firm has deployed over $10 billion investing in businesses with strong market dynamics committed management and a proven business strategy To learn more visit plexuscapcom, About Sequel Holdings, Sequel Holdings is a Dallas-based private equity firm founded in 2002 Sequel specializes in making control equity investments in profitable lower middle market businesses focused primarily on the food and beverage industry as well as select opportunities in the agribusiness and plastics and specialty materials sectors To learn more visit sequelholdingscom, About Embassy Park Investment Company, Embassy Park Investment Company is an investment and advisory firm whose principals have extensive experience in the CPG food industry  The firm acts as both an investor and advisor to businesses in the manufacturing and/or sales and marketing of branded private label and co-manufactured food products To learn more visit epinvestcocom    

CHICAGO May 18 2016, – Mesirow Financial acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Plastic Moulders Limited (“Plastic Moulders” “PML” or the “Company” a portfolio company of Richardson Capital Limited (“Richardson Capital” on its sale to Amcor Limited (“Amcor” a global provider of rigid plastic flexible and folding carton packaging Headquartered in Toronto Ontario Plastic Moulders is a high quality manufacturer of…, About Plastic Moulders Limited, Plastic Moulders Limited is a leading manufacturer of custom precision moulding for health and beauty consumer packaging food packaging pharmaceutical and industrial markets Plastic Moulders has been creating innovative high quality products and services for over 40 years The Company operates from facilities in Toronto and serves a blue chip customer base throughout North America For more…, About Richardson Capital Limited, Richardson Capital Limited is the private equity division of Richardson Financial Group Limited (“RFG” Richardson Capital’s dedicated team of investment professionals specialize in partnering its capital and expertise with that of Canadian entrepreneurs managers and families to transition and develop growing businesses RFG is part of the James Richardson & Sons Limited (“JRSL” group of…, About Amcor Limited , Amcor Limited (ASXAMC is a global leader in responsible packaging solutions employing more than 30000 people worldwide operating in over 40 countries across 180+ sites Amcor supplies a broad range of plastic packaging solutions to enhance the products consumers use in everyday life Amcor also provides packaging-related services that help customers succeed through collaboration and innovation…

• PlayGreen’s proprietary turf management technology data and monitoring solutions interconnected through the “PitchOS” operating system support over 600 professional sports teams worldwide to manage the quality and performance of natural grass playing surfaces in major stadiums and venues worldwide across a variety of sports leagues including the English Premier League La Liga MLS NFL MLB NCAA…, CHICAGO May 29 2024, – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm has announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to PlayGreen Holding BV (“PlayGreen” or the “Company” and its subsidiaries Stadium Grow Lighting (“SGL” and ALVA Technology (“ALVA” on its sale to Bruin Capital (“Bruin” PlayGreen a holding company located in the Netherlands is the world’s leading turf management technology…, 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 Stadium Grow Lighting, Headquartered in Waddinxveen the Netherlands PlayGreen with its two main subsidiaries Stadium Grow Lighting (sglsystemcom and ALVA Technology is a leading horticultural technology company specialized in the design development and manufacturing of innovative lighting and monitoring solutions for grass growing in controlled environments (ie sport venues Stadium Grow Lighting provides the biggest…, About Bruin Capital, Founded in 2015 by George Pyne Bruin is an Investment/Operating Company Specializing in Global Sports Since its launch Bruin has raised more than $1B in committed capital and has closed nearly 40 acquisitions The current portfolio includes Engine Shop Fair Play Sports Media Full Swing Proof of the Pudding Soulsight and TGI Sport Their collective operations include more than 5000 employees across…

Prairie State Group is a premier provider of flexible packaging solutions ranging from mid-web laminated products to pressure sensitive labels for a variety of North American end markets The partnership will augment ProAmpac’s growing platform Successful transaction highlights Mesirow’s expertise and relationships within the flexible packaging sector, CHICAGO March 1 2022,  – Mesirow an independent employee-owned financial services firm today announced it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Prairie State Impressions LLC (“Prairie State Group” or the “Company” on its sale to ProAmpac a leader in flexible packaging and material science and portfolio company of Pritzker Private Capital Headquartered in Franklin Park IL Prairie State Group is a premier provider…, Graham Redding President of Prairie State Group, Louis Mitchell Managing Director of Mesirow Investment Banking, commented “We appreciated the opportunity to represent Prairie State Group during this process and to continue our ongoing relationship with ProAmpac As a leader in its field for more than 30 years we believe the Company is a strong addition to ProAmpac’s platform and that ProAmpac is committed to investing in Prairie State Group’s significant growth opportunities” The sale of Prairie State…, 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 Prairie State Group, Prairie State Group provides collaborative flexible packaging solutions ranging from mid-web laminated products such as stand-up pouches and bar wrappers to pressure sensitive labels The Company holds extensive Food Safety and Quality certifications and boasts in-house pre-press plate making and creative services departments PSG is focused on offering small to large quantity runs with the…, Media, mediainquiries@mesirowcom       Nothing contained herein constitutes an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy an interest in any Mesirow investment vehicle(s Mesirow Financial Inc is not affiliated with Prairie State Impressions LLC ProAmpac Pritzker Private Capital­­ or their affiliates Past performance is not indicative of future results Mesirow refers to Mesirow Financial Holdings…

Pratt Miller is a leading product development company that specializes in advanced engineering technology and innovation across the defense mobility and motorsports markets Oshkosh Corporation is an ideal partner for Pratt Miller’s continued growth The sale executed by Mesirow highlights the firm’s expertise within the aerospace and defense sectors, CHICAGO January 28 2021, – Mesirow acted as exclusive financial advisor to Pratt Miller Engineering & Fabrications Inc (“Pratt Miller” or the “Company” on its sale to Oshkosh Corporation (NYSEOSK (“Oshkosh” a leading designer and manufacturer of mission-critical vehicles and essential equipment used in numerous end markets and applications Headquartered in New Hudson MI Pratt Miller is a full ground vehicle…, 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 Pratt Miller, Founded in 1989 and headquartered in New Hudson MI Pratt Miller is a vertically-integrated product development company that utilizes advanced engineering technology and innovation to solve its customers most complex and technical challenges across the defense mobility and motorsports markets Built on a heritage of consistent motorsports success at the highest levels Pratt Miller has established…

QuadExpress is a leading global technology-enabled third-party logistics provider focused on offering freight brokerage solutions across a variety of transportation modes The acquisition will position QuadExpress for further growth The sale executed by Mesirow highlights the firm’s expertise within the distribution and supply chain sectors, CHICAGO July 7 2021, – Mesirow acted as exclusive financial advisor to QuadExpress (“QE” or the “Company” a division of Quad/Graphics Inc (“Quad” on its sale to Mullen Group Ltd (“Mullen” a Canadian provider of trucking and logistics services QuadExpress is a global technology-enabled non-asset based third-party logistics provider that offers freight brokerage services across a variety of transportation modes The…, 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 QuadExpress, QuadExpress is a global technology-enabled non-asset based third party logistics provider that offers freight brokerage services across a variety of modes QE’s asset-light global logistics network provides reliability convenience flexibility and value to its customers Learn more at shipquadexpresscom Nothing contained herein constitutes an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy an…