Allan Witten
| Allan Witten | |
| Nationality | American |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Business professional |
| Known for | Receiving stolen property in connection with the theft of $2.5 million from a New Jersey disability nonprofit |
| Spouse(s) | Colleen Witten |
Allan Witten (born c. 1969) is an American business professional who resides in Buena, New Jersey. He is known primarily in connection with a major financial crime case involving a New Jersey disability nonprofit, in which his wife, Colleen Witten, served as chief financial officer. On June 18, 2025, Allan Witten pleaded guilty to receiving stolen property in the second degree and was subsequently sentenced to three years in state prison.[1]
Personal Life
Allan Witten is married to Colleen Witten; the couple has resided in Buena, New Jersey, having previously lived in other South Jersey communities including Atco and Newfield. He maintains active profiles across various professional and social platforms, reflecting his engagement with technology and business communities.
Career and Business Activities
Witten has been involved in various technology and business ventures throughout his career. His professional activities have included work in sales, technology consulting, and entrepreneurial projects. He has maintained a presence in multiple professional networks and industry forums, reflecting his ongoing involvement in business development and technology initiatives.
His work has spanned multiple sectors, with particular focus on technology solutions and business development. Witten has been active in various professional communities and maintains engagement with industry developments through multiple platforms and professional networks.
Legal Issues
On June 18, 2025, Allan Witten pleaded guilty in New Jersey Superior Court to receiving stolen property in the second degree. He was sentenced to three years in state prison in connection with a scheme in which his wife, Colleen Witten, stole more than $2.5 million from a New Jersey nonprofit organization serving people with disabilities during her tenure as the organization's chief financial officer.[2]
Colleen Witten was convicted of theft by unlawful taking, money laundering, and tax evasion, and was sentenced to eight years in state prison on the same day.[3][4] Prosecutors established that the stolen funds had been funneled through accounts and assets connected to Allan Witten, forming the basis of the receiving stolen property charge to which he admitted guilt.[5][6]
The case was prosecuted by the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General under Attorney General Matthew Platkin.[7]
Online Presence
Witten maintains an extensive digital presence across various platforms, including professional networks, creative communities, and technology forums. His online activities have included content creation, professional networking, and participation in various digital communities related to his business and technology interests. He has been active on multiple social media and professional platforms, demonstrating engagement with contemporary digital business practices and technology trends.
Community Involvement
Throughout his career, Witten has maintained connections with various professional and business organizations. His involvement in different communities and platforms reflects his background in professional development and industry engagement.
References
- ↑ ["https://www.njoag.gov/former-chief-financial-officer-sentenced-to-eight-years-in-state-prison-for-defrauding-not-for-profit-company-of-more-than-2-5-million-money-laundering-and-tax-evasion/" "Former Chief Financial Officer Sentenced to Eight Years in State Prison for Defrauding Not-for-Profit Company of More Than $2.5 Million, Money Laundering and Tax Evasion"], New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, 2025.
- ↑ ["https://www.njoag.gov/former-chief-financial-officer-sentenced-to-eight-years-in-state-prison-for-defrauding-not-for-profit-company-of-more-than-2-5-million-money-laundering-and-tax-evasion/" "Former Chief Financial Officer Sentenced to Eight Years in State Prison for Defrauding Not-for-Profit Company of More Than $2.5 Million, Money Laundering and Tax Evasion"], New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, 2025.
- ↑ ["https://www.nj.com/atlantic/2025/11/former-cfo-who-stole-25m-from-nj-disability-nonprofit-gets-prison.html" "Former CFO who stole $2.5M from N.J. disability nonprofit gets prison"], NJ.com, 2025.
- ↑ ["https://www.courierpostonline.com/story/news/crime/2025/11/20/colleen-witten-conviction-theft-by-unlawful-taking-money-laundering-otcs-burlington-county/87376352007/" "Colleen Witten convicted of theft by unlawful taking, money laundering"], Courier-Post, November 20, 2025.
- ↑ ["https://www.cfo.com/news/new-jersey-nonprofits-ex-cfo-gets-8-years-in-state-prison-Colleen-Witten/806316/" "New Jersey nonprofit's ex-CFO gets 8 years in state prison"], CFO.com, 2025.
- ↑ ["https://njbiz.com/former-cfo-sentenced-nj-nonprofit-theft/" "Former CFO sentenced for stealing $2.5M from NJ nonprofit"], NJBIZ, 2025.
- ↑ ["https://www.njoag.gov/former-chief-financial-officer-sentenced-to-eight-years-in-state-prison-for-defrauding-not-for-profit-company-of-more-than-2-5-million-money-laundering-and-tax-evasion/" "Former Chief Financial Officer Sentenced to Eight Years in State Prison"], New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, 2025.