The White House recently hosted a roundtable led by President Donald Trump that focused on the escalating financial, legal and governance crises facing U.S. college athletics. The discussion brought together leaders from sports, government and business to examine how recent court rulings, Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) practices, and inconsistent state laws have destabilized the…
You rolled out Copilot to thousands of seats. Adoption looks healthy, and Copilot usage and adoption metrics are up and to the right. Then the CFO asks, “What exactly are we getting from this investment?” You can show them the adoption dashboard. You can show them that 73% of licensed users are actively engaging with…
On March 4, 2026, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) formally initiated termination proceedings against 628 firms participating in the 8(a) Business Development Program, marking one of the most significant enforcement actions in the program’s history. The action represents the latest escalation in a multi month compliance campaign led by SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler, aimed…
Kelsey was recognized for her commitment to advancing the industry and its community through an M&A lens. Throughout her over 15-year career in public accounting, Kelsey has distinguished herself through seasoned expertise and impactful leadership within the deal space. She has championed initiatives spanning business development, client service and value-driven insights. “Kelsey represents the standard…
Artificial intelligence is transforming the healthcare claims ecosystem. Providers are using AI-driven tools to accelerate billing, automate coding, and optimize revenue-cycle management. Simultaneously, third-party administrators (TPAs) and insurance carriers are integrating AI into claims adjudication and operations to manage increasing claim volumes. For plan sponsors, the issue is less about the use of AI itself…
The project management landscape is evolving quickly and the way organizations plan, execute and deliver projects looks different from the way it did even a year ago. Several project management trends are driving this shift, including the rise of AI tools, the growth of distributed teams and evolving project methodologies. For executives building or modernizing…
In today’s constrained capital markets, uncertainty has become a primary driver of value in the global life sciences sector. Biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies, particularly those operating in innovation hubs such as the United States, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, are increasingly valued on future milestones rather than historical performance. Shifting capital dynamics are reshaping business…
Linda is an active member of Women in Client Experience, Women of Withum and the Association for Accounting Marketing’s Client Experience Circle. She believes in building networks and sharing best practices to strengthen client and team member service experiences. “Linda has been a driving force in shaping what a client experience program will look like at Withum….
The construction industry is navigating one of its most competitive periods in decades. Rising material costs, volatile supply chains, labor shortages, and tight margins continue to pressure both General Contractors (GCs) and subcontractors such as Heavy Highway, Sitework, and Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) subcontractors. With interest-rate sensitivity layered on top, firms must leverage every…
As organizations expand their use of data and analytics, business intelligence platforms quickly become embedded in day-to-day operations. For many teams, Power BI becomes the central hub for dashboards, reporting and decision-making. However, as adoption grows, organizations often begin evaluating their broader BI strategy. Questions about licensing, performance, scalability or visualization capabilities sometimes lead teams…