Ed and Debbie Whiteaker

Following a successful 20-year career in advertising and marketing, Ed & Debbie moved to Florida in 1999 to cruise and live aboard their Island Packet 40. In 2001, Ed began his career as a yacht broker working for the Florida Island Packet dealer. Using his winning formula of honesty, hard work and professional marketing skills, Ed moved quickly up the ranks and eventually became co-owner of the business. Under Ed and Debbie’s guidance, the dealership won the prestigious “Dealer of the Year” award in 2005 and 2006 for highest sales volume and outstanding customer service. In November of 2006, Ed & Debbie fulfilled their dream of opening their own independent yacht brokerage and Whiteaker Yacht Sales was born. Offering a unique combination of marketing knowledge and a love for boats. Their dedication to honesty, integrity and superior customer service is unparalleled in the yacht brokerage industry.