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Lawrence M. Cohen, Business Representative

Lawrence M. Cohen

Business Representative

Education:

  • B.S., Accounting, University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana
  • M.A.S., University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana

Career:

  • Former CPA and Partner in international accounting firm.
  • 1984-Present: Mesirow Financial. Mesirow Financial has grown from a small boutique firm to a diversified financial services firm with 1,200 employees and $500 million in revenue. Larry is a Senior Managing Director and shareholder. He leads an investment advisory team that manages over $800 million in assets for wealthy families, retirement plans and business owners.

Other Activities:

  • Taught accounting and finance courses at University of Illinois
  • Started Skyline Mutual Funds and served on Board until its sale
  • Former Board member of Harvey’s Resort and Casino, Lake Tahoe, NV
  • Former Treasurer and President of The Bristol Condominium Association, a 178 unit luxury high rise residential building
  • Former Board member of a not-for-profit musical organization

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