Mesirow Financial Holdings is one of the largest financial services firms in Illinois. The company specializes in providing wealth management, investment and mortgage lending services. Founded in 1937, it has a staff of more than 1,000 employees. Mesirow Financial Holdings has over 30 billion in assets under management. The company serves the needs of institutions, public sector entities, corporations, and individuals and families. It operates various divisions, such as investment banking, consulting and real estate. Mesirow Financial Holdings offers a range of employee benefits, life, disability, personal, and property and casualty insurance products. The company, through Mesirow Financial Consulting, provides financial advisory services. It provides services throughout the United States and the United Kingdom. In addition, Mesirow Financial Holdings offers services for the aerospace, insurance, agriculture, automotive and manufacturing industries.