Mr. Buffett is an internationally recognized business leader and investment strategist. Chair and controlling stockholder of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. of Omaha, Mr. Buffett also is a principal investor in media, securities firms, and other major businesses and industries, including The Washington Post, Salomon Inc., and Capital Cities ABC. His advice with regard to the Grinnell portfolio and asset management has resulted in large growth increments to the College’s endowment.