News February 16, 2026

Withum and Withum Wealth Management Announce Exclusive Collaboration With Hart Leadership Group

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Withum and Withum Wealth Management are proud to announce their exclusive sponsorship with the Hart Leadership Group, joining forces to elevate leadership development, business growth and family enterprise success across various industries around Southern California. This strategic relationship aligns three organizations deeply committed to empowering leaders, strengthening teams and fostering sustainable success.

Through this collaboration, the Hart Leadership Group will integrate Withum and Withum Wealth Management’s extensive expertise in accounting, advisory and wealth management with its own leadership development and strategic initiatives. Together, the alliance will create unique opportunities for business owners, executives and family enterprises to gain insights, build stronger cultures and lead with authenticity.

“Empowered leaders are the cornerstone of thriving businesses and communities. This initiative allows us to align our values with a shared commitment that inspires leaders and fosters purpose-driven success.”
Emily Egkan – Withum Partner, Team Co-Leader, Construction – Tax

The coalition will feature joint programming, workshops and thought leadership initiatives designed to support entrepreneurs, executives and family business leaders in navigating growth, succession and personal leadership journeys.x

“We recognize the unique challenges business owners face professionally and personally—alongside the Hart Leadership Group, we’re excited to help leaders build and preserve their legacy.”
Mark Lucci – Withum Wealth Management

About the Hart Leadership Group

Hart Leadership Group is a consulting and training organization focused on leadership development, family business support and executive coaching. As a leading resource for family businesses, their mission is to ignite and steward transformative environments, experiences and opportunities that empower business and community leaders to thrive at every stage of their journey. Rooted in servant leadership and enduring legacy, they offer leadership workshops, motivational events and consulting for organizational growth and relationship building.

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