The Investor
03 Oct 2025, 16:26
Berkshire Hathaway Separates Chairman and CEO Roles Ahead of Leadership Transition
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK.A; BRK.B) announced that its board has amended and restated the company’s by-laws, effective September 30, 2025, to formally separate the roles of Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer. The change comes in preparation for the transition on January 1, 2026, when Greg Abel will assume the role of President and CEO, succeeding Warren Buffett.
Buffett will remain Chairman of the Board, ensuring continuity of leadership, while Abel takes over day-to-day operations as CEO. The updated by-laws introduced a new provision under Section 3 for the Board of Directors and revised Section 4 relating to officers and agents to reflect the division of responsibilities.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK.A; BRK.B) announced that its board has amended and restated the company’s by-laws, effective September 30, 2025, to formally separate the roles of Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer. The change comes in preparation for the transition on January 1, 2026, when Greg Abel will assume the role of President and CEO, succeeding Warren Buffett.
Buffett will remain Chairman of the Board, ensuring continuity of leadership, while Abel takes over day-to-day operations as CEO. The updated by-laws introduced a new provision under Section 3 for the Board of Directors and revised Section 4 relating to officers and agents to reflect the division of responsibilities.
