Withum is proud to announce that the Firm has been named a Corporate Ally by the Boston Business Journal’s (BBJ) Business of Pride Awards, recognizing the Firm’s longstanding commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and advocacy in the workplace and broader community.
The BBJ’s Business of Pride Awards celebrate organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion. In its 9th year, this annual recognition program has become a cornerstone event honoring LGBTQ+ excellence within the Greater Boston business community and highlighting corporate leaders in inclusion and impact.
This year, Withum joins an elite group of honored companies, including Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Cambridge Savings Bank.
The organizations receiving the Corporate Ally Award show measurable impact in LGBTQ+ inclusion, These companies have demonstrated exceptional leadership in creating workplaces where LGBTQ+ employees can thrive.
The Boston Business Journal Noted in Their Announcement
Withum’s comprehensive approach to LGBTQ+ corporate allyship includes mentorship and advocacy initiatives that support LGBTQ+ team members at all levels of the organization. Effective corporate allyship requires both policy implementation and cultural understanding, areas where Withum has demonstrated consistent leadership.
This recognition for LGBTQ+ business excellence comes after years of dedicated inclusion efforts. We’ve worked to build programs that create meaningful impact within our organization and in the communities we serve.
Bill Bradshaw, Director of Inclusion and Impact at Withum
Withum’s Key Initiatives as a Corporate Ally
- Investment in programs and initiatives that benefit the local LGBTQIA+ community, such as Out4Undergrad, Out & Equal, Garden State Equality, HiTOPs Trans Youth Forum, LGBTQ + VC, StartOut and many others.
- Comprehensive and inclusive benefits packages that support LGBTQ+ team members and their families.
- Implementation of inclusion training programs to raise awareness, promote understanding and combat bias.
- Public advocacy and support of LGBTQ+ organizations through volunteer work, fundraising and partnerships. The Firm has collaborated with organizations including Ali Forney Center, Out for Undergard, PFlag, The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) and HiTOPs – many of these relationships span over a decade, with a continued commitment to seeking new organizations.
- Fostering an open and respectful workplace where LGBTQ+ team members feel safe, supported and valued.
At Withum, inclusivity is a central aspect of its people-first, values-driven culture, supported by the work and partnerships of Team Member Resource Groups (TMRGs)–an integral part of team member engagement. The Firm has established several TRMGs that provide advocacy, allyship and mentorship.
The PRIDE TMRG focuses on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, aiming to create a collaborative, brave space where individuals can be their authentic selves. This group encourages support and connection among team members by raising awareness and promoting dialogue. Formally established in 2020, the Pride TMRG currently has 82 members.
Withum ranked a 95 on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index, recognizing the Firm as one of the best workplaces for LGBTQIA+ professionals.
This honor from the BBJ underscores Withum’s broader commitment to promoting an inclusive workplace across the entire organization. The Firm recognizes that creating a truly inclusive workplace benefits its team members and strengthens its ability to attract top talent, serve a diverse client base and offer more impact to society.
As Withum celebrates this recognition, the Firm remains focused on continuing to advance LGBTQ+ inclusion both within the organization and in the broader business community. Withum was formally recognized at the Boston Business Journal’s Business of Pride awards ceremony on May 28, 2025 at Boston Chops in Boston’s South End.
Read more about the Boston Business Journal’s Business of Pride honorees here.
