Southview Timberland: Scaling a Fund from Dirt, Trees, and Vision: Ep 60

In this episode of Funds that Won, Lincoln interviews John Bernard of Southview Timberland Investments about the company's origin, strategy, and the timber investment landscape. John discusses his background in wealth management and how he transitioned into timber investing after seeing its potential through his family's investment and his partner Terry Myers' expertise. He explains how Southview acquires large tracts of land in the Southeast U.S., generates revenue through timber harvesting and land appreciation, and mitigates risks like natural disasters. John also shares advice for emerging fund managers, emphasizing the importance of building a strong fundraising infrastructure and persevering through challenges. He envisions Southview managing billions in assets and hundreds of thousands of acres in the future.