CBA -FM-FC

Activity No. 1 – CFO Profile

Name of Company: Berkshire Hathaway

Industry: Finance
Organizational Chart – Finance (If available)
Profile of the CFO (Downloaded copy no need to reformat):

Warren Buffett is a well-known business owner and investor. He's renowned not only for the
jaw-dropping success of Berkshire Hathaway, the holding company of which he's been in charge
since 1964. Buffett is also celebrated for his winning approach to investing, which has created
great wealth for many shareholders. His frugal lifestyle, despite being one of the world's
wealthiest individuals, and his easy-going manner have earned him fans across the globe. He
popularly known as the 'Oracle of Omaha', is one of the finest and most successful investors in
the world. He is also the chair and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, a financial service and public
organization that started as a textile company but now has over 60 companies under it
including Duracell, Dairy Queen, and Geico.

Reflection:
Give at least one Key Skill of the CFO/Controller you want to develop yourself and why.
- One key skill of the CFO (Warren Buffet) that I want to develop is Communication.
Because communication builds us relationship by sharing our own expertise,
experiences and needs that helps us to connect with others.