Michael Nathanson

Michael Nathanson is chairman and board member of Focus Financial Partners and previously served as CEO. Prior to that, he had a decades-long tenure, including as CEO and chairman, at The Colony Group, now Focus Partners Wealth. He has published over 100 articles and is the lead author of the book Personal Financial Planning for Executives and Entrepreneurs (1st and 2nd ed.).

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Where investment returns meet tax returns (Part II): Overcoming impediments
OPINION JUN 26, 2026
Where investment returns meet tax returns (Part II): Overcoming impediments

For wealth firms willing to offer more integrated tax services have several options to solve for lack of expertise, seasonal strains, and other challenges around tax prep work.

Where investment returns meet tax returns: Why integrating wealth management and tax services matters
OPINION JUN 05, 2026
Where investment returns meet tax returns: Why integrating wealth management and tax services matters

Beyond rising client demand, firms and advisors with a focus on delivering tax alpha are in a better position to compete and thrive in the face of growing industry challenges.