We are pleased to announce that UBC Forestry alum Dr. David Brand, PhD’85, has been named this year’s recipient of the 2023 alumni UBC Entrepreneurship Award!
With over 40 years of experience, Brand has become an internationally influential trailblazer in forestry investing in support of a sustainable future.
About David Brand
Entrepreneurship Award
Combining his expertise in forest sciences and investing, Dr. David Brand launched the global investment company New Forests in 2005. This certified B Corporation has grown into one of the world’s largest forestry investment firms, initiating investment programs in forestry plantations, conservation areas, and timber processing; as well as carbon projects. After almost 18 years as CEO, Dr. Brand now serves as the company’s chair. With over 40 years of experience in investment management, operational forestry, science, and public policy, Brand has become an internationally influential trailblazer in forestry investing in support of a sustainable future.
About the Entrepreneurship Award
This award recognizes a UBC or honorary alum that has demonstrated outstanding entrepreneurial leadership, business innovation and made a positive impact on local and global communities through their work. Nominees should have 3 to 5 years of experience with their business venture.