David Benson
President | Broker
Business Philosophy: I believe it is critical for the broker chosen to facilitate such an important event to have experienced what the client is likely to experience. It is important that I know the boats and their suitability for their intended use. I need to be a good judge of condition, value, and future marketability. While I will always be learning, I have the experience, judgment, and integrity to guide my clients through a successful transaction and boating experience.
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Curriculum Vitae
Education
Battle Ground Academy, Franklin, TN, 1976
BS University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 1980
Chapman School of Seamanship, four month course, Valedictorian, 1986.
Industry Experience
Florida Licensed and Bonded Broker Member YBAA, Yacht Brokers Association of America
Certified Professional Yacht Broker by the YBAA
Member FYBA, Florida Yacht Brokers Association
1986 – 1988
First Mate MY “Pyewacket” – 81′ Broward – Cruised New England waters including Boston, Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, Cape Cod, Long Island Sound, and New York Harbor
First Mate MY “Alma” – 108′ Feadship – Cruised from East coast of Florida to Grenada including the Bahamas, Virgins, Indies, and Grenadines
First Mate MY “Starlite” – 120′ Broward. – Cruised Florida’s East Coast and Keys
1988 – 1990
Rock Harbor Marine. Brokerage Manager, Carver and Sea Ray Dealer
1991 – Present
Nashville Yacht Brokers – President. Successfully completed hundreds of brokerage sales. Completed deliveries throughout the US, as well as Central America, and Canada
Board of Directors of Cedar Creek Yacht Club 1996-2000, Commodore 1999 and 2008, Board of Directors CCYC 2007, 2008, 2009
Board of Directors YBAA, Yacht Brokers Association of America -Annapolis Maryland 2011-2016
YBAA Treasurer 2014, Vice President 2015, President 2016
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