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Withum’s 2026 State of the Firm Celebrates Growth

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.

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.

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.

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

Dil Radia, Manager, East Brunswick, NJ

Michael Rasin, Senior Associate, Boston, MA

Hanna Ryan, Senior Accountant, Boston, MA

Christopher Vieira, Supervisor, Whippany, NJ 

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

Maria Sciarrino, Senior Manager, Buffalo, NY 

Courtney Easterday, Senior Manager, Whippany, NJ

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

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