Nancy Buese serves as the Chief Financial Officer of CRH plc, a leading international building materials company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. With over two decades of experience in global finance leadership, Buese brings a proven track record of driving financial performance and strategic growth in multinational corporations. She joined CRH in 2021, playing a pivotal role in the company's financial strategy amid its expansion through acquisitions and operational efficiencies across its diversified portfolio in building products and infrastructure. Prior to CRH, Buese held the position of Chief Financial Officer at Greencore Group plc, a major producer of convenience foods, where she spearheaded financial restructuring efforts that improved profitability and strengthened the balance sheet during challenging market conditions. Her earlier career included senior finance roles at General Mills, Inc., such as Vice President of Finance for the North America Cereal Division, and positions at Nestlé where she honed her expertise in international financial planning and analysis. Buese holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an MBA from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management. At CRH, Buese oversees all aspects of financial operations, including capital allocation, investor relations, treasury, tax, and risk management. Her leadership has been instrumental in executing value-accretive mergers and acquisitions, such as the integration of major assets, while maintaining strong shareholder returns through disciplined capital management and sustainability-focused initiatives. Under her guidance, CRH has achieved robust financial results, positioning the company for sustained growth in the global infrastructure sector.