News February 2, 2026

Withum’s 2026 State of the Firm Celebrates Growth

Withum's CEO and Managing Partner Pat Walsh

Withum's CEO, Pat Walsh, is taking a selfie at Withum's 2026 State of the Firm Celebration inside the NJPAC.

Withum held its annual State of the Firm event on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), in Newark, NJ. This signature event for Withum brought nearly 1,800 team members together to celebrate 2025’s growth and set the stage for the year ahead. Withum’s CEO and Managing Partner, Pat Walsh, led the afternoon program.

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In 2025, Withum strategically expanded into three new markets—Houston, Chicago and Western New York—deepening its regional presence, broadening its service offerings and strengthening team expertise across the Firm.

“As we navigated a year defined by disruption from AI acceleration, evolving private equity landscapes and an ongoing war for talent, our growth has come from staying true to who we are. We’ve strengthened our Firm from within, remained optimistic about the opportunities ahead and doubled down on the values that have guided us for decades. Together, we’re proving that in today’s environment, staying true to self isn’t just possible—it’s a competitive advantage.”
Pat Walsh – CEO and Managing Partner

Team members got a transparent look into Withum’s commitment to an independent, owner-operated model as Pat welcomed leaders from the Firm’s newest offices—Gary Voth, Steve Edelheit and Rich Wright—to the stage for a fireside chat. Their discussion explored the opportunities, considerations and shared vision behind joining Withum.

“Our Firm’s growth is rooted in our people. When every team member serves as an ambassador of our values, we strengthen our people-first culture that empowers everyone to do their best work. That culture doesn’t just elevate our teams—it directly fuels our ability to deliver exceptional client service. When our people thrive, our clients feel the difference, and our Firm grows with purpose and integrity.”
Theresa Richardson – Chief Talent Officer

Keynote With Travis Mills: “Never Give Up. Never Quit.”

The event’s centerpiece was a powerful keynote delivered by Veteran Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, whose extraordinary resilience and optimism left a lasting impact on everyone in attendance. As one of only five surviving quadruple amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, Travis shared his story with humor and heart.

Through reflections on his recovery and his work founding the Travis Mills Foundation, he offered a compelling reminder of what it means to persevere and lead with intention – offering perspectives on adapting to constantly evolving landscapes—a theme particularly relevant to today’s business environment.

2026 Withum Culture Video

It’s time to dance, dance, dance to the unique rhythm of Withum’s team members in our 2026 Culture Video. You can’t stop this feeling as our team members form a conga line from office to office to show the Power in the Plus!

Watch Our 2026 Culture Video

2026 Withum Strength Awards

A defining part of what makes Withum truly special is its people, who live the Withum Way daily. It’s a culture grounded in client centric values, a spirit of innovation, a collaborative mindset and a deep commitment to giving back to the community. The Withum Strength Awards honor those who have exemplified these values in remarkable ways over the past year.

Administrative Strength

Melissa Bennett, Process Automation Coordinator, San Ramon, CA and Tim Straub, Senior Business Analyst, Philadelphia, PA

Community Strength

Dil Radia, Manager, East Brunswick, NJ

Marketing Strength

Michael Rasin, Senior Associate, Boston, MA

Bill Hagaman Emerging Leader I

Hanna Ryan, Senior Accountant, Boston, MA

Emerging Leader II

Christopher Vieira, Supervisor, Whippany, NJ

Innovative Strength

Candice Deligolia, Senior Advisor, Braintree, MA , Carly Benton, Manager, Orlando, FL and Carolina Carvalho, Senior Advisor, Red Bank, NJ

Leonard H. Smith Strength of Client Service

Maria Sciarrino, Senior Manager, Buffalo, NY

Frederick S. Withum Outstanding Achievement

Courtney Easterday, Senior Manager, Whippany, NJ

Ivan C. Brown Withum Way

Ottaviana De Ruvo, Engagement + Retention Strategist, NYC, NY

Travis Mills, State of the Firm speaker on stage smiling.

Withum's State of the firm blue welcome banner with white letters.

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