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As of mid-2025, Berkshire Hathaway’s board has evolved notably over the last decade. The current board is a blend of long-time members, next-generation Buffetts, and high-profile experts in business, finance, law, and governance. Some notable shifts since your last update:

  • Warren Buffett – Chairman (handing off CEO duties to Greg Abel by end of 2025, but remains chairman).
  • Greg Abel – Vice Chairman of Non-Insurance Operations, incoming CEO for 2026.
  • Ajit Jain – Vice Chairman, Insurance Operations.
  • Howard Graham Buffett – Director (Buffett’s son).
  • Susan Alice Buffett – Director (Buffett’s daughter).
  • Steve Burke – Director, former NBCUniversal CEO.
  • Ronald Olson – Director, attorney.
  • Charlotte Guyman – Director, tech/business executive.
  • Susan Decker – Director, former Yahoo! CFO.
  • Kenneth Chenault – Director, former American Express CEO.
  • Meryl Witmer – Director, investor.
  • Christopher Davis – Director, money manager.
  • Thomas S. Murphy Jr. – Director.
  • Wallace R. Weitz – Director.
  • Esteban Rodriguez Jr. – Director.
  • David Gottesman, Walter Scott Jr., Donald Keough, Bill Gates, and Charlie Munger: Deceased or retired since your last update.

Recent Leadership Transition

  • In 2025, Warren Buffett announced his CEO retirement, naming Greg Abel as successor for 2026, while Buffett stays as Chairman.
  • Charlie Munger, longtime vice chairman, passed away in November 2023.

Board Diversity and Focus

  • The board still includes several women, such as Susan Buffett, Charlotte Guyman, Susan Decker, and Meryl Witmer.
  • In recent years, additions like Kenneth Chenault and Chris Davis have brought more outside expertise and generational perspective.
  • The board emphasizes transparency and shareholder communication. Annual meetings are still central to Berkshire’s board culture.

Board History & Notable Members

  • Once comprised largely of Buffett’s close associates, the board now boasts more independent directors and world-class business leaders.
  • Over the last decade, major transitions included Bill Gates leaving, Munger’s passing, and fresh appointments with diverse backgrounds.
  • Board meetings address not only business operations, but also Berkshire’s culture, succession, and risk oversight.

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