Mesirow announced that Lance Bell has joined Mesirow Investment Banking as Managing Director. Bell will focus primarily on serving clients within the healthcare services sector. Leveraging his industry experience, Lance's contributions will strengthen Mesirow's distinguished middle-market advisory platform.

Bell joins Mesirow from Berkeley Research Group, the 6th largest healthcare consulting firm in the US, where he was hired as a Managing Director in the Investment Banking group to establish the healthcare M&A practice.

Brian Price, President and Chief Operating Officer of Mesirow Investment Banking, said, "Lance is a highly accomplished investment banker who serves as an important addition to our team. His extensive knowledge of the healthcare market amplifies our sector coverage and reinforces our presence as deeply dedicated middle-market advisors in the industry."

"I look forward to contributing to the growth of Mesirow Investment Banking. The group is known throughout the industry for its commitment to client service, sector expertise and ability to execute deals," said Lance Bell.

Bell earned his Bachelor of Arts in accounting from Transylvania University, his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Vanderbilt University Law School and his Master of Business Administration with concentrations in finance, entrepreneurship and accounting from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He holds FINRA Series 7, Series 79 and 63 licenses.

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