John Swanson

John Swanson is a Partner at Buckhead Capital Management, LLC, a privately owned investment management firm based in Atlanta, Georgia. As a principal owner and senior leader, he oversees the firm’s investment strategies and portfolio management activities, with direct responsibility for implementing a fundamentally-driven, value-oriented investment philosophy in both equity and fixed income markets.

John specializes in managing portfolios for a diverse client base that includes individuals, charitable organizations, endowments, government entities, and pension plans. His focus areas include public equities—particularly large-cap US stocks—and investment-grade fixed income securities, utilizing disciplined research to pursue attractive risk-adjusted returns. He also oversees the firm’s participation in wrap fee and model portfolio programs as both advisor and sub-advisor for institutional consulting platforms.

Before joining Buckhead Capital Management in 1998, John served as an Analyst at Smith Barney and as Assistant Vice President at NationsBank. He holds a BS in Finance from Auburn University. With nearly three decades of experience, John has contributed significantly to the firm’s growth and the design of robust portfolio management processes tailored to institutional and high-net-worth clients.