Withum is proud to share that Inside The Valley has named Chris Passmore and Steve Martini to its Valley 200 List for 2026, for the third consecutive year.
Chris Passmore and Steve Martini have made a lasting impact across the San Fernando Valley through their leadership, business advisory skills and community involvement. Recognized for helping businesses navigate change, create opportunity and drive growth, they have strengthened the region’s business community while contributing to its long-term economic vitality.
Chris Passmore is the Partner-in-Charge of Withum’s Los Angeles office, bringing over 25 years of experience in the profession with specialization in assurance and business consulting services to emerging and middle-market companies. Chris is a successful social media podcast host of the Social Media CPA and is active in ProVisors and the Association for Corporate Growth.
Steve Martini is a Partner at Withum with over 30 years of experience, focusing on tax consulting and management advisory services. A dedicated philanthropist, he contributes his leadership and financial expertise to the Jewish Federation and Jewish Home’s Generation to Generation Society. Steve is also a founding member and president of the professional networking organization, ProVisors.
Their influence extends beyond their professions, helping support the organizations, leaders and communities that make the Valley a thriving place to live and do business.
The Los Angeles Business Journal’s Inside the Valley edition publishes its annual Valley 200 list, recognizing the most influential business and community leaders across the San Fernando Valley. Spanning various industries, the list honors individuals whose leadership drives meaningful impact for their organizations, clients and communities.
This accolade reflects the Firm’s long-term growth strategy centered on world-class client service, investment in innovation and strategic expansion. Ranking as a top-20 firm, Withum was recognized in the Best of the Best category for firms with more than $10 million in net revenue, earning a place among the profession’s top-performing accounting and advisory firms….
A decade after being recognized as a Buffalo Business First 30 Under 30 honoree, Christine’s selection highlights the continued growth of her influence as a leader, advisor and advocate for the Western New York community. Professional Experience and Industry Focus As a principal with more than 15 years of public accounting experience, Christine provides audit…
This recognition reflects Withum’s deep specialization and longstanding commitment to the industry, with the Firm ranking among the top 20 construction accounting firms since 2019. For more than five decades, Withum has advised contractors, developers, suppliers, manufacturers, landscapers, dealers, renewable energy companies and other organizations across the construction ecosystem. The Firm’s Construction Services Team helps…
