Spark | 4Q2024
In this issue: Explore most read insights from across the firm, read about our most recent acquisition, learn more about our new and enhanced products, as well as the firm’s recent industry awards and recognition.
Insights 360
Review this quarter’s expert views from across Mesirow on Markets and Investing, Wealth Management and Retirement.
Mesirow acquires Bastion Management
On December 31, Mesirow acquired Bastion management, a leading asset-backed lender based in Stamford, Connecticut. This acquisition reflects our firm’s continued focus on growing our alternative investment capabilities as well as our Wealth Management, Fiduciary Solutions and Capital Markets / Investment Banking offerings. Founded in 2013, Bastion is a private credit manager that focuses on asset-backed specialty finance. The team will provide our clients with a new alternatives product offering in an exciting and emerging space.
Mesirow Institutional Sales and Trading hires Jason Handrinos as part of ongoing growth strategy
Mesirow is pleased to announce that Jason Handrinos has joined Mesirow Institutional Sales & Trading as the Global Head of Sales and Growth. Jason brings over 15 years of fixed-income sales and leadership experience to our team. He will lead fixed income sales by driving collaboration between existing businesses, identifying new revenue streams and business opportunities and increasing exposure across Asia and Europe.
Currency outlook 2025
Inflation, the US election, geopolitical uncertainty and FX volatility were major themes in 2024. What might we see in 2025?
Mesirow CTL and Structured Debt enhance capabilities
We are excited to spotlight our CTL and Structured Debt Products division, an integral part of the Mesirow Capital Markets platform. With a focus on delivering long-term financing solutions at competitive fixed rates and expertise in structuring, placement, and underwriting, we provide access to a suite of eight distinct products designed to meet the diverse financing needs of our clients.
Mesirow Wealth Management’s Jennifer Rosenblum on WGN
Jennifer Rosenblum, Senior Managing Director, Wealth Advisor in Mesirow Wealth Management joined WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss gifting during the holiday season and ways to donate to charities and nonprofits.
Mesirow earns top score in 2025 Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index
Mesirow is honored to be recognized with a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. As 2025 marks the sixth time Mesirow has received this recognition, we are proud of our culture that prizes diverse thought and experience.
Earned media highlights
Citywire | October 2, 2024
Mid-caps on the menu for Mesirow’s top gatekeepers
The Bond Buyer | October 15, 2024
Top underwriters in competitive market first 9 months 2024
Reuters | October 23, 2024
Wall Street ramps up staffing as election nears, expecting volatile trading
Pensions & Investments | October 29, 2024 (requires subscription)
Milwaukee City Employes brews $170 million in private equity commitments
Reuters | October 30, 2024
US dollar softer ahead of election and jobs data
Plastics News | November 6, 2024 (requires subscription)
Private equity group Monomoy buys bakery equipment, packaging supplier Oliver
Pensions & Investments | November 11, 2024 (requires subscription)
Louisiana Teachers hires new DC plan consultant, adds $650 million to real estate
Label & Narrow Web | November 27, 2024
River Associates acquires ID Label Inc.
Commercial Observer | December 10, 2024 (requires subscription)
Mesirow closes one of Calif.’s biggest multifamily deals of the year
Pensions & Investments | December 12, 2024 (requires subscription)
Mesirow appoints global head of fixed-income sales and growth
San Diego Union-Tribune | September 16, 2024 (requires subscription)
Chicago company buys Vista Apartments for $185M in one of the year’s biggest sales
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