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Review this quarter’s expert views from across Mesirow including Currency, Sectors, Wealth Management and Fiduciary Solutions.

Mesirow has entered into an agreement to acquire LeafHouse Financial Advisors, a division of LeafHouse Financial Group, expanding the distribution reach of Mesirow Fiduciary Solutions and strengthening its established retirement plan capabilities. The transaction reflects Mesirow’s strategy of investing in aligned businesses that enhance scale, flexibility and long-term growth in service to clients.

Mesirow is pleased to announce a significant milestone in our global growth strategy with the opening of a new office in Tokyo. With this expansion, we look forward to delivering differentiated capabilities across private equity, alternative credit, direct real estate, and currency solutions and to building long-term partnerships in the region.

Mesirow Integrated Marketing and Communications launched the newly redesigned mesirow.com. The new site reflects Mesirow’s continued growth and brings our purpose‑driven brand to life through a modern, immersive digital experience. Be sure to visit the new How we Think hub for latest insights into sectors, currency and wealth.

Forbes | SHOOK Research recognized Wealth Advisor Jennifer E. Rosenblum, CFA, in the 2026 Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State ranking, and Wealth Advisors Jeff M. Condren, CFP^®, Brian J. Lorber, CFP^®, Steven N. Mesirow, CFP^®, and Jordan B. Scher, AIF^®, as 2026 Best-in-State Wealth Advisors. These awards acknowledge advisors who excel in their field, demonstrate exceptional expertise, industry experience and best-in-class client service. Congratulations Jennifer, Jordan, Steven and Brian!

In celebration of Black History Month, Mesirow was proud to host Peabody Award-winner and New York Times bestselling author Michele Norris. Michele shared her insights on the power of storytelling and what we can learn about ourselves and America from listening to each other's stories.