Mesirow Advises Eastern Business Forms, LLC On Sale To Ahlstrom Chicago, Illinois based Mesirow, an independent, employ- ee-owned financial services firm, today announced it act- ed as the exclusive financial advisor to Eastern Business Forms, LLC (“EBF” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of Gen Cap America (“GCA”) on its sale to Ahlstrom Oyj (“Ahlstrom”). EBF is now part of Ahlstrom's Filtration and Life Sciences business and key to Ahlstrom’s lab and life sciences growth strategy. Barney Byrd, President & CEO of Gen Cap America, said, “We are excited to complete this transaction with Ahl- strom and to have the opportunity to work with Mesirow. Mesirow’s team prepared and guided our management team, provided great counsel throughout the process and delivered a successful outcome. We would welcome the opportunity to work with them again.” Brad Nelson, President and CEO of EBF commented, “Mesirow’s relationships and invaluable support during this transaction proved essential. Their extensive net- work, thoughtful execution, and trusted guidance led to an exceptional outcome for EBF.” Chris Yike, Director at Mesirow Investment Banking, said, “We were honored to represent EBF and GCA in this process and are confident that Ahlstrom’s partnership will further accelerate the growth and scale of EBF’s opera- tions.” The sale of EBF marks another successful transaction completed by Mesirow Investment Banking. In recent years, the firm has completed more than 350 transac- tions across its verticals. With deep industry expertise, long-standing client relationships, and a commitment to delivering tailored solutions, Mesirow continues to build a proven track record of highly successful transactions. Energy, Ideas, and Community Power AICC Fall 2025 Annual Meeting Independent packaging leaders gathered October 6–8 at the Sheraton Grand Riverwalk in Chicago for the AICC 2025 Annual Meeting. With 600 attendees, the event brought together converters, suppliers, and partners for three days of inspiration, education, and connection. The meeting opened with Gene Marks, CPA, author, and columnist, who helped members prepare for the road ahead in his keynote, “Navigating 2025 and Beyond.” Marks emphasized data-driven strategies and practical steps to manage shifting economic and technology land- scapes. The keynote presentation by John O’Leary, bestselling author of On Fire, quickly became one of the most talk- ed-about moments of the meeting. Blending humor, heart- felt storytelling, and even a surprise piano performance, CONTINUED ON PAGE 18
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