Chicago, Illinois based Mesirow, an independent, employee-owned financial services firm, announced the promotion of Rick Weil and Melanie Yermack to Co-Heads of Packaging for Mesirow Investment Banking. Together they will drive packaging sector strategy and continue to serve a growing base of clients through their extensive industry expertise, strong relationships, and commitment to service.
“I am excited for the opportunity to drive continued growth for our Packaging team,” said Rick Weil. “Our team is dedicated to serving our clients with integrity, hard work, and excellent outcomes.”
With more than 40 years of combined investment banking leadership and experience, Rick and Melanie have built a strong reputation for success, excellent execution, and bold advocacy for clients. “We are proud to be one of the most active M&A advisors to the packaging sector,” said Melanie Yermack. “Mesirow’s Packaging team maintains deep relationships across the packaging landscape, which have resulted in a long history of delivering successful outcomes for clients. I look forward to further partnering with Rick and continuing to grow our presence in the middle market through hard work and dedication to our clients.”
“These well-deserved promotions recognize Rick and Melanie’s expertise and leadership in building Mesirow’s Packaging investment banking practice,” said Adam Oakley, Co-Head of Mesirow Investment Banking. “I look forward to the impact that they will continue to have in the packaging sector, one of Mesirow’s ten core market segments.”
