Warren Buffett

Warren Edward Buffett is an American business magnate, investor, and philanthropist. He is currently the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. He is one of the most successful investors in the world and has a net worth of over $116 billion as of May 2022, making him the world's fifth-wealthiest person.

He developed an interest in business at a young age, which influenced his career and the course he studied at the university. Buffett initially enrolled in the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 1946 and later completed his higher education course in the University of Nebraska.

He later proceeded to Columbia Business School where he developed his business philosophy around value investing. Through his American multinational conglomerate, Berkshire Hathaway, Buffett owns about 60 companies operating in various industries. Buffett’s investment success stems from his interest in business and core business values, business philosophy and investment strategy, and a secure investing style.

Full name: Warren Edward Buffett

Born: August 30, 1930, Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Company: Berkshire Hathaway, Buffett Partnership Ltd., Graham-Newman Corp