Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Gregory Edward Abel |
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| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Hometown | Edmonton, Canada |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Brown (semi-bald) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Degree | Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting |
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| College/University | University of Alberta, Canada (1984) |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Wife | Andrea Abel |
Family
| Father | (worked at a firefighting equipment manufacturing company) |
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| Mother | (homemaker, part-time legal secretary) |
| Spouse | Andrea Abel |
| Children | 4 (3 children from first marriage, a son from second marriage) |
Career
| Overview | Greg Abel's professional journey began as a chartered accountant with PricewaterhouseCoopers in San Francisco. He transitioned to the energy sector by joining CalEnergy in 1992, which later acquired MidAmerican Energy, now known as Berkshire Hathaway Energy. Abel's leadership propelled him to the CEO position of MidAmerican in 2008, followed by becoming vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway in 2018. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| Grew up in a close-knit, working-class neighbourhood and was actively involved in youth sports like hockey and football. | |
| Worked while studying, including filling fire extinguishers and planning sports programs, which contributed to his strong work ethic. | |
| Supported youth sports initiatives and led several nonprofit and educational efforts, including the Future Leaders in Action organization. |
