Focus Financial Partners, a fiduciary advice company, comprising independent wealth management, multi-family office and business management services, has announced that Adam Birenbaum has been named the company’s incoming CEO, as well as a member of its board of directors, effective Feb. 1, 2026. He will succeed Michael Nathanson, who will transition into the role of chairman and continue to serve on the board of directors. This change implements a succession plan designed by Nathanson in consultation with the board as part of the company’s long-term growth and leadership strategy.
Birenbaum currently serves as president, a role he assumed in April 2025, and concurrently holds the position of CEO of Focus Partners Wealth. As Focus’s CEO, he will lead the execution of the firm’s ongoing strategic priorities, including fostering continued collaboration and consolidation across the Focus partnership to drive capabilities and services. With more than $520 billion in colle
