From McDonald's to Berkshire Hathaway: Sheryl Palmer’s Journey

Seven years after her first visit to the Up2 studio, our favorite public company CEO,  Sheryl Palmer returns following the announcement that the esteemed Berkshire Hathaway is acquiring Taylor Morrison for nearly $7 billion. In this wide-ranging conversation, she reflects on what drew Berkshire to TM, the power of combining multiple homebuilders under one platform, and her vision for delivering better housing solutions at greater scale.  Sheryl also discusses her personal leadership philosophy, the influence of early mentors like Ray Kroc (McDonald's), and how she stays grounded while leading through major transformation. She shares thoughts on innovation in homebuilding, the importance of community, and balancing a high-impact career with family life.