Change is an inevitable part of life, but it can be particularly disruptive when it comes to company leadership. With a new CEO comes a new set of priorities, a new way of doing things and a new perspective on what the company needs to do to remain competitive in its industry. Not all CEO transitions are traumatic or even transformative, but there is always that risk. While investors have had reason to expect a change in the CEO office at Apple (Nasdaq:AAPL) for some time, these other companies are likely to face transitions of their own in the not-so-distant future.
1. Berkshire Hathaway
It is difficult to find a more obvious example of a company that is not only facing the likelihood of a near-term CEO change, but also one that will fundamentally impact how the business operates. The current CEO and chairman, Warren Buffett, has shifted his position on succession a few times over the years, and currently it is expected that the investment functions that garner so much attention will likely be split among multiple people. Though Berkshire has an excellent roster of operating units, a change in leadership here is going to significantly alter how business is done. At present, Berkshire Hathaway can do things quickly and effectively in large part because Warren Buffett is Warren Buffett - and a handshake deal with him goes a long way with most people.
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