Board Converting News, July 11, 2022

Natalie A. Brown Becomes 6th CEO In Mesirow’s 85-Year History Chicago, Illinois based Mesirow, an independent, em- ployee-owned financial services firm, has announced the

Brown joined Mesirow in 2018, most recently serving as the firm’s President. Prior, she was Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer. In recent years, Brown has advised the firm’s Board of Directors and businesses on financial, operational, and organizational strategy, play- ing a pivotal role in recent lift-in acquisitions, key senior hires and technological innovation.

appointment of Natalie A. Brown as CEO following a unanimous vote by the firm’s Board of Directors. Brown becomes the 6th CEO of Mesirow in its 85-year history and the first wom- an to serve in this role. As part of this succession plan, Richard S. Price transitions from

AICC ‘Drops’ New Episode Of Breaking Down Boxes

Gene Marino, Executive Vice President, Akers Packaging Service Group and AICC Board Chair, and Joe Morelli, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Huston Patterson Printers & Lewisburg Printing Company and AICC Associate Board Chair, went outside of the packaging industry to speak with BJ Slater, pilot and Owner/ Operations Manager, Plant Marvel Laboratories on Breaking Down Boxes. “BJ graciously provided insight for a challenging topic faced by many privately held businesses in a way that is relatable and practical,” said Marino. Slater shares his story about transitioning the 100-year- old fertilizer company from his father and uncle to him and his cousin. He also explains how his training as a pilot has impacted his leadership and communication styles. This episode is available now. Subscribe on all podcast platforms or visit www.AICCbox.org/boxes .

Chairman and CEO to the role of Executive Chairman. Over the course of 50 years with Mesirow, Richard has been a key driver of the firm’s vision and success, serving in prior years as President and Chief Operating Officer and Presi- dent of Insurance Services. He has been a member of the Mesirow Board of Directors since its inception in 1987 and, as Executive Chairman, will remain actively involved in or- ganizational strategy, civic and community engagement, and the firm’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion. “Natalie’s track record, depth of experience and excite- ment about the future make her the ideal leader to guide the firm’s continued growth while sustaining our prized culture,” said Price. “I look forward to continuing to partner with Natalie and the Board on our corporate strategy.” Natalie A. Brown

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