Wood You Invest in Alternative Assets? with John Brenard

Exploring Timberland Investment: Diversification and Sustainable Returns | Passive Income Adventures

Welcome back, investors! In this episode of Passive Income Adventures, host Emma Powell dives into the fascinating world of Timberland investing with guest John Bernard. They explore how Timberland has offered returns comparable to the S&P 500 with half the risk, making it an attractive, low-volatility addition to any diversified portfolio. John discusses Southview Timberland Investments and its strategies for helping accredited investors and family offices access this niche asset class. They break down what you need to know about Timberland management, harvesting cycles, and additional income streams such as hunting leases and carbon credits. Whether you're looking for a stable investment or new ways to diversify, this episode is filled with valuable insights. Tune in to learn how you can balance your portfolio with sustainable, long-term investments.

Bio:
John Brenard is an accomplished investment professional and entrepreneur with a track record of scaling successful businesses. As the Managing Director & Founder of Southview Timberland Investments, he has positioned Southview as a premier investment manager focused on alternative real assets specializing in timberland. His mission is to expand access to timberland investing for registered investment advisors, family offices, and accredited high-net-worth investors, offering them the same wealth-building opportunities that have benefited institutional investors for decades.
John’s background includes over 15 years in financial markets, private investments, and alternative assets. He began his career in wealth management, where he scaled a private wealth business from $0 to over $100 million in assets under management, earning the trust of high-net-worth clients. His leadership extends beyond finance, he played a key role in growing and scaling a startup to a $160 million acquisition by a public company.
Today, John leads Southview Timberland Investments, a firm specializing in acquiring and managing timberland assets across the Southeast U.S., using a rigorous selection process and hands-on operational expertise to maximize returns. The Southview Timberland Fund offers investors a unique combination of inflation protection, diversification, steady income, and long-
term capital appreciation. John is also a member of the Georgia Forestry Association and holds multiple professional investment credentials.

Connect:
https://www.southviewtimber.com/
info@southviewtimber.com
(912) 497-5637

Connect with Emma:
https://InvestWithEmma.com
https://PartnerWithRise.com/Emma
https://Highrise.grpu (Pitch Decks)

00:00 Introduction to Timberland Investing
00:28 Guest Introduction: John Bernard
01:35 Understanding Timberland as an Asset Class
02:36 Investment Strategies and Considerations
07:06 Public vs. Private Market Investments
15:09 John Bernard's Career Journey
20:33 Transition to Entrepreneurship
25:50 Lessons Learned in Wealth Management
27:08 The Journey into Timberland Investment
29:27 Understanding Timberland as an Asset
30:36 Clientele and Investment Opportunities
35:39 Sustainable and Ethical Timberland Practices
44:11 Additional Income Streams from Timberland
47:42 The Importance of Networking in Timberland Investment
51:36 Conclusion and Contact Information