Meet the Team · Compass South Land Sales

Jason McMillan

Jason leads Compass South’s Land Sales division and works closely with investors to create optimal disposition strategies. His forestry and real estate careers began at American Forest Management. After nine years, he accepted a position as the Sales and Timberland Management Director for Copper Station Holdings. In 2008, he joined forces with Travis Avant and Tony Watry to establish Compass South, Inc. Jason received his Forestry Degree from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, GA.

jason@compasssouth.com

Jared Walker

Jared leads Compass South’s Transaction Analysis and Support Division. He initially joined Compass South as a summer intern in 2008, then earned a full-time position the following year. Jared received his Business Administration Degree from The Citadel.

jared@compasssouth.com

Tony Watry

Tony leads Compass South’s Investment Consultancy division and assists investors in acquiring and managing properties. His forestry and real estate career began at American Forest Management, where he was a partner. After sixteen years, he accepted a position as Acquisitions Director for Copper Station Holdings. In 2008, he joined forces with Travis Avant and Jason McMillan to establish Compass South, Inc. Tony received his Forest Management Degree from Clemson University. He is a Registered Forester, Real Estate Broker, and member of the Society of American Foresters.

tony@compasssouth.com

Don Chastain

Don brought 25 years of experience to Compass South Land Sales. To date, he has achieved over $80 million in career sales. His professional background includes timber and real estate consulting, managing wood-flow through the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) Program, working for a vertically integrated forest products company, and serving as a Timberland Investment Manager. Don is actively involved the Society of American Foresters and various state forestry associations.

don@compasssouth.com

Connor Guess

Connor is a native of Denmark, SC, and currently resides in McClellanville. Prior to joining Compass South Land Sales in April 2015, he worked for National Land Realty, where he focused on land sales throughout the South Carolina Lowcountry. His other professional experience includes working as a Loan Officer for AgSouth Farm Credit, ACA. Connor received his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Clemson University in 2015. He is a QDMA Deer Steward Level I and is actively involved in the National Wild Turkey Federation, Quality Deer Management Association, and Ducks Unlimited.

cguess@compasssouth.com

John Hickman

John is a native of Colleton County, SC, with extensive experience in wildlife and property management. He combines professional training and personal land management practices to pair clients with suitable properties. Prior to coming to Compass South Land Sales, he worked for the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. John received his Bachelor of Science in Forestry and Wildlife Management, plus a Master’s Degree in Wildlife Ecology and Management, from the University of Georgia.

john@compasssouth.com

Karen Kinsey

Karen is a native of Sumter, SC, who implements savvy research techniques to provide clients with the most current information on properties throughout the South. Prior to joining the Compass South Land Sales team in 2015, she worked with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Karen holds a real estate licenses in both South Carolina and Georgia.

karen@compasssouth.com

Sandy McLendon

Sandy is based in Perry, Georgia, and primarily serves clients in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee. His professional experience includes real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and development. Prior to joining Compass South Land Sales, Sandy worked for Savannah River Logging, Union Camp and Weyerhaeuser. Sandy is a registered forester who received his Forest Resource Management Degree from the University of Georgia.

sandy@compasssouth.com

Matt Neet

Matt is based in Alpharetta, Georgia. His real estate experience includes land acquisitions and development. Prior to joining Compass South Land Sales, Matt worked with with L&M Property Group. In addition, he was a domestic and international professional baseball instructor and coach.

matt@compasssouth.com

Jeff Sorohan

Jeff is based in Alpheretta, Georgia. Since joining the Compass South Land Sales team in 2014, Jeff has participated in more than 50 transactions, which total of over 44,000 acres and $110 million in transaction value. Prior to his real estate career, Jeff owned and operated a construction company for 15 years.

jeff@compasssouth.com

Mark Watson

Mark is a registered professional land surveyor and licensed realtor who is based in Texas. His professional experience includes assisting clients with government permitting processes, right-of-ways, and facilities planning. Mark serves as CEO for Cross Texas Land Services.

mark@compasssouth.com

Sally Walker

Sally is a licensed realtor who serves as Office Manager for Compass South, Inc. Prior to joining our team, she worked with Jason and Tony at Copper Station Holdings. Sally received her Environmental Science Degree from Colby-Sawyer College in New London, NH.

officemanager@compasssouth.com

Aubrey Hill

Aubrey is a native of Colleton County, South Carolina, with more than 10 years of office management experience. She seeks to expand her knowledge in land sales and obtain her real estate license for the state of South Carolina.

aubrey@compasssouth.com

Lauren McCollum

Lauren is a native of Danville, Virginia. She has resided in the Low-Country for 10 years. Prior to joining Compass South Appraisals, Lauren served as a clinical supervisor and administrative patient coordinator for an oral surgery practice.

lauren@compasssouth.com

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