About Us

John Armstrong, originally from Valdosta, Georgia, serves as the Managing Partner of S.A. Allen Timber, LLC and brings over 38 years of experience in the forestry industry. He graduated from Auburn University in 1985 with a Bachelor of Science in Forest Management and began his career with Owens-Illinois, working in land management from 1985 to 1986. He then joined Union Camp, where he held various roles in procurement and land management until 1999, when Union Camp was acquired by International Paper.

John remained with International Paper until 2001, when he joined S.A. Allen, Inc. Since becoming part of S.A. Allen in 2001, John has played a key role in the company’s growth—first serving as manager, then as General Manager from 2014 to 2020. In 2020, he helped lead the company’s transition to S.A. Allen Timber, LLC and stepped into his current role as Managing Partner. He oversees the company’s daily procurement operations and finds the most satisfaction in building strong relationships with landowners and customers to achieve shared goals.

What John values most about working at S.A. Allen is the company’s consistent professionalism, strong work ethic, and commitment to doing things the right way—qualities that align closely with his own approach to leadership. He is a Registered Forester in both Georgia and South Carolina and remains actively involved in the Georgia Forestry Association and the South Carolina Forestry Association.

Outside of work, John enjoys spending time outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and fellowship with family and friends.

Bosie Morris serves as the Managing Partner of S.A. Allen Timber, LLC, overseeing the company’s day-to-day operations and financial management. Originally from Columbia, South Carolina, Bosie brings over eight years of experience with S.A. Allen and a diverse background in forestry and fiber procurement.

Prior to joining the company in 2017, he worked in Land Acquisition for St. George Timberlands and Fiber Procurement for Interstate Paper, which later became DS Smith and is now owned by International Paper. Bosie earned a Bachelor of Science in Forest Resources (BSFR) from the University of Georgia in 2014. He is a Georgia Registered Forester and a certified Georgia Master Timber Harvester, credentials that reflect his deep understanding of sustainable forestry and responsible harvesting practices.

What Bosie enjoys most about working at S.A. Allen Timber is the strong connection to the land and the people he works with each day. He believes the company sets itself apart through a level of professionalism that is rare in the industry, achieved by assembling a team of skilled, principled professionals dedicated to doing things the right way.

Outside of work, Bosie enjoys spending time with family, cooking, playing tennis, and listening to live music, especially Widespread Panic.

Amanda Smith serves as the Administrative Assistant for S.A. Allen Timber, LLC, where she plays a vital role in supporting daily operations. Amanda’s responsibilities include entering tickets, managing payments to loggers, handling receivables and payables, and coordinating quarterly timber tax filings. Her attention to detail and organizational skills help ensure the company’s financial processes run smoothly and efficiently.

Originally from Pooler, Georgia, Amanda brings valuable administrative experience from her time with F&W Forestry in Statesboro, where she supported forestry operations and client services.

Since joining S.A. Allen, she has become a dependable team member who appreciates the positive, people-focused culture of the company.

Amanda enjoys the collaborative environment at S.A. Allen and takes pride in contributing to the company’s success behind the scenes. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her grandbaby, following football, going to the gym, and participating in mud runs.

Jesse Logan serves as the South Area Manager for S.A. Allen Timber, LLC, where he oversees procurement operations in the company’s southern territory. In this role, Jesse is responsible for securing timber resources, managing supplier relationships, and supporting the company’s logging and mill supply activities across the region.

Originally from Winder, Georgia, Jesse earned a Bachelor of Science in Forest Resources (BSFR) from the University of Georgia in 2015. He is a Georgia Registered Forester and a Georgia Master Timber Harvester. Jesse began his forestry career with Interstate Paper/Newport Timber in Riceboro, Georgia, where he worked in land management before moving into the procurement department. There, he managed mill inventories, worked closely with wood suppliers, and purchased stumpage for company-contracted logging crews.

In 2020, Jesse joined S.A. Allen Timber, bringing with him valuable experience in both land management and timber procurement.

He enjoys the strong team atmosphere at S.A. Allen and takes pride in working with integrity while helping the company serve a large and diverse customer base. Outside of work, Jesse enjoys fishing, boating, hunting, playing guitar, participating in church activities, and spending time with family and friends.

Thomas Bland is a Procurement Representative with S.A. Allen Timber, LLC and brings over a decade of experience with the company.

Thomas, originally from and currently residing in Reidsville, Georgia, manages procurement operations and specializes in timber appraisal for S.A. Allen. He holds an Associate Degree in Forest Technology from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC), which laid the foundation for his well-rounded career in forestry. Thomas began his forestry journey with the Georgia Forestry Commission and went on to gain valuable experience at several key organizations, including Brunswick Pulp, Brunswick Wood Preserve, Colonial Timber, and Louisiana Pacific. He also founded and operated his own business, B and H Timber, before continuing his career with Baxter Timber Company and ultimately joining S.A. Allen Timber.

Throughout his time at S.A. Allen Timber, Thomas has come to deeply value the company’s close-knit culture, professionalism, and unwavering integrity. What he finds most rewarding is the opportunity to build lasting relationships—with both landowners and fellow team members—which continues to drive his passion for the work he does every day.

Outside of work, Thomas enjoys hunting, fishing, chainsaw carving, and starting each morning with a strong cup of coffee. His practical experience, deep industry roots, and personal approach to forestry make him a trusted partner to landowners and a respected member of the SAAT team.

Selby Mitchell serves as the North Area Manager for S.A. Allen Timber, LLC, where he is responsible for the procurement of standing timber throughout the Lowcountry of South Carolina and Georgia’s Savannah River counties. Selby earned an Associate of Arts in Forest Management from Horry-Georgetown Technical College in Georgetown, South Carolina, graduating in 2019. Originally from Columbia, South Carolina, Selby brings a strong foundation of field experience and local knowledge to his role.

Before joining S.A. Allen, Selby spent two years as a forestry technician with a consulting firm based in Newberry, South Carolina. In that role, he was involved in a wide range of forestry operations across the state, including timber marking, cruising, reforestation, and timber sales. This hands-on experience helped shape his practical understanding of sustainable forest management and set the stage for his work in timber procurement.

Selby has been with S.A. Allen for four years and values the relationships he builds with customers, contractors, and landowners. He takes pride in helping clients maximize the value of their timber assets through responsible harvesting practices and market insight.

Outside of work, he enjoys hunting, fishing, cooking barbecue, and spending quality time with his wife, family, and friends.

Kyle Brandon serves as the West Area Manager for S.A. Allen Timber, LLC, where he oversees logging operations across the western region and manages timber procurement efforts.

Originally from Georgetown, South Carolina, Kyle brings a strong operational background and a deep understanding of the regional timber market to his role. Kyle began his forestry career in 2017 as a pole marker for Cox Industries in South Carolina. From 2018 to 2021, he worked as a timber buyer for Hemingway Wood Forest Products, where he developed key skills in timber purchasing and built strong relationships with landowners and contractors. Most recently, prior to joining S.A. Allen, Kyle served as Lead Procurement Forester for Interfor’s Summerville Division from 2021 to 2024, where he was responsible for sourcing wood for one of the company’s key facilities. Kyle holds a Bachelor’s degree in Forest Resource Management from Clemson University.

Since joining S.A. Allen four months ago, he has appreciated the company’s commitment to professionalism, its strong industry reputation, and the freedom it gives its team to perform at a high level. He enjoys the flexibility of the job and the opportunity to work outdoors. Kyle is passionate about land stewardship and values the relationships he builds with clients and contractors.

Outside of work, he enjoys saltwater fishing and bird hunting, especially spending time in the field with his dog.