"Berkshire Hathaway's Hilton code N0437015 is a holding company code. Berkshire Hathaway itself has very few direct employees (fewer than 30 at HQ) — most employees work for subsidiaries (Geico, BNSF, etc.) that have their own corporate codes. No FlyerTalk thread documents BRK Hilton verification incidents. The holding company code is rarely used since most Berkshire subsidiaries maintain separate travel programs. Minimal enforcement expected."

"I have a client that requires me to use their rate when traveling on their dime. I’ve never been asked to provide ID, but I can simply say that I’m a contractor for said company."

"The Hilton BP International code is listed as active with up to 15% discount. No specific FlyerTalk thread or Reddit post documents a verification denial for this code. BP is a globally recognized energy company, but enforcement is reactive (when the hotel is busy or the discount is steep), not proactive. Hilton's verification is reported as inconsistent — roughly 20% of stays for legitimate codes — but no BP-specific incident was documented."