Forest Investment Associates

FIA is thrilled to share that our colleague and FIA Board Director, Garrett Mack, has been recognized by UGA Alumni in its esteemed 40 Under 40 list. This prestigious acknowledgment celebrates young alumni who are "leading the pack" in their industries and communities. Garrett's leadership, service, and influence have rightfully earned him this well-deserved honor. Congratulations, Garrett, and to all the exceptional individuals in UGA's 2024 class of 40 Under 40! Find out more about Garrett and his fellow honorees: alumni.uga.edu/40u40/ #UGA40U40?#ALWAYSADAWG

Check out the latest feature from Carbon Pulse to hear FIA's views on how forest investors are positioned in the topic of biodiversity insetting. Making "in-value-chain" biodiversity interventions can support nature-positive objectives, a rising priority for many businesses and investors. #Biodiversity #Investors #NaturePositive #Insetting #ValueChains https://lnkd.in/ehewzNtb

In case you haven't checked it out yet, don't miss our 2023 ESG & Impact Report. Our latest report showcases nine new case studies delving into how our FIA's ESG Principles are implemented in sustainable forest investments. Dive in to discover how we are conserving ecosystems, promoting wildlife habitat, taking action on climate change, and collaborating with partners and stakeholders across our 2.1 million acre footprint. #Sustainability #ForestInvestments

FIA is pleased to share our 2023 ESG & Impact Report! Download your copy today and explore how sustainability and our mission combine to help clients grow value through investment in sustainable forestry.?? https://lnkd.in/epTHsw4W #forestry #sustainableforestry #sustainability #ESGreporting #responsibleinvestment??

What does impact forestry mean to FIA? In the words of Juan Pablo Lankenau Haas at #FAIS2024, impact forestry is the evolution of #forestry investment that includes allowing environmental and social benefits of forestry to “jump into the front seat” as investment drivers. We seek to integrate impact lenses into our nature-based solutions investment program, allowing impact to be part of investment strategy and execution. We see great potential for forestry know-how and investment discipline to deliver #climate, #nature, and #bioeconomy impact. Thanks to Miriam Bellink (The Green Branch || B Corp), Warren Kemper, CFA (FMO - Dutch entrepreneurial development bank), and Shauna Deidre Matkovich (The ForestLink) for joining Juan Pablo to discuss how traditional timberland can transition to scaled impact forestry and #NBS! Another great event with CE Events & Media

FIA is excited to announce an opportunity for a Marketing & Communications Coordinator to join our team. This new role is pivotal in enhancing our marketing initiatives, corporate communication strategies, and brand promotion efforts. We are seeking a communications professional passionate about sustainable forestry investment and nature-based solutions. If you're interested, please check out the job ad linked below. We also welcome referrals—reach out to us at [email protected]. #hiring #atlantajobs

We are thrilled to sponsor this outstanding panel on a topic close to our hearts. With 38 years of experience in forest investments, we at FIA are committed to integrating impact investment models for nature-based solutions. Join us for an engaging discussion with Shauna Deidre Matkovich, Warren Kemper, CFA, Miriam Bellink, and FIA's own Juan Pablo Lankenau on the transition to scaled impact forestry. CE Events & Media #FAISJune2024 Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eTkDNUrD ?

Today marks the anniversary of the formation of Forest Investment Associates on May 9, 1986.?For 38 years, we have maintained an unwavering commitment to sustainable forest investments and the meaningful relationships we’ve built across our business.?We often emphasize the importance of forests and their wide-ranging benefits, but let's take a moment to recognize the people who make up FIA.?Without dedicated "FIA-ers," we wouldn't be able to effectively serve our clients, manage their forests, or sustain our enduring presence in this industry—all of which we take great pride in. ?? ?? This week, to celebrate our people, our Atlanta headquarters turned into a vibrant "fiesta" with trees swapped for cacti.??? ?? It was a joyous occasion as our team united to honor 38 years of FIA, embodying our shared value of "enjoying our work."?Here's to many more years of sustainable growth together!

MaryKate Bullen shared FIA’s views on the needs for collaboration, policy engagement, and action on sustainability issues from forest investors at day 2 of the FEA-Dana International Forest Investment Conference. Her call to action is premised on the belief that, as a sector, we can navigate and positively influence the evolving sustainability regulation landscape – but we cannot do it alone. Fortunately, the topics of natural capital and opportunity in a broadening forestry asset class were strong themes in this conference. We look forward to more conversations like this! #sustainability #impact #forestry #sustainableforestry #naturalcapital

FlA is proud to contribute to the FEA-DANA Forest Investment Conference in New York this week. Our President & CEO Mike Cerchiaro took the stage to share some of our firm's views on portfolio diversification for forest investments in today’s macroeconomic and forestry contexts. The event is shining a light on resilience of forestry as an asset class, reinforcing drivers of traditional timberland fundamentals, and how evolving value drivers like natural capital are changing the forest investment landscape. Thank you to Forest Economic Advisors (FEA), DANA, and the event sponsors for convening an excellent set of data-rich presentations and robust discussion. #forestry #realassets #forestinvestment #timberland