Spark | 3Q2024

In this issue: Explore most read insights from across the firm, read about our most recent Wealth Management acquisition and learn about the firm’s recent industry awards and recognition. 

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Insights 360

Review this quarter’s expert views from across Mesirow on Markets and Investing, Wealth Management and Retirement.

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Barron's Top 100 RIA Firms 2024

Mesirow named a Barron’s Top RIA firm

We are pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized as Barron’s Top 100 RIA Firm for the fourth consecutive year. This year, Mesirow advances to a ranking of #41 from #48 in 2023, reflecting the firm’s focus on growing its Wealth Management business through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. 

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Craig Price and Nancy Zehr

Mesirow acquires Florida-based RIA

Mesirow is pleased to announce that Craig Price, CFP®, CTFA, has joined Mesirow Wealth Management as a Wealth Advisor based in Stuart, FL. Craig and Senior Client Relationship Specialist Nancy Zehr, CTFA, will serve Mesirow’s growing base of high net worth families and individuals in Florida, providing comprehensive financial planning and firsthand understanding of planning considerations specific to the Florida region.

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David Nirtaut

David Nirtaut elevated to Chief Investment Officer of Mesirow Strategic Fixed Income

Effective October 1, 2024, David Nirtaut, former Co-Chief Investment Officer, became the sole Chief Investment Officer of Mesirow Strategic Fixed Income following a long-planned succession strategy. Nirtaut joined Mesirow in May 2022, bringing more than 25 years of portfolio management, asset allocation and investment strategy experience. 

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Jeff Condren and Brian Lorber

Mesirow Wealth Advisors recognized by Forbes

Wealth Advisors Jeffrey Condren, CFP® and Brian Lorber, CFP® have been named 2024 Best-in-State Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors by Forbes. Based on advisor surveys and interviews, the list comprises 1,621 top professionals born in 1985 or later who have a minimum of four years of experience and represent “the very best advisors who are laser focused on having a positive impact on their clients' lives.”

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Mesirow celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

This Hispanic Heritage Month, Mesirow is proud to recognize the histories, cultures and contributions of individuals whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. 

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Earned media highlights

Plastics News | July 15, 2024
Plastics M&A market battles high interest rates

Label & Narrow Web | July 15, 2024
Mesirow details promotions of Rick Weil and Melanie Yermack

Citywire | August 1, 2024
Mesirow’s Leo Harmon: Investing is about ‘finding a good house in a good neighborhood’

Dallas Innovates | August 14, 2024
North Texas-Based Inovar Packaging Acquires Ohio’s The Kennedy Group

Daily Telegraph | August 18, 2024  (requires subscription)
Questor: This biotech firm is profiting from an overlooked area of healthcare

Reuters | August 23, 2024 
Dollar falls after Powell greenlights September easing

Phoenix Business Journal | August 27, 2024
Houston joint venture sells Phoenix metro luxury apartments for $152M

Connect Money 
Mesirow grows Florida wealth management footprint

Investment News | September 3, 2024
Mesirow snaps up Florida-based Price Wealth Management

Crain’s Chicago Business | September 3, 2024
Mesirow looks to boost Florida footprint as clients head south

Citywire | September 16, 2024  (requires subscription)
Small-cap stars are buying this forecast-smashing biotech

 

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