The American repair shipyard Derecktor Shipyards has recently appointed George Whitehouse as Sales Manager for its Dania Beach and Fort Pierce locations.
Whitehouse strengthens the company’s commitment to the global fleet of megayachts and super sailing yachts. With an extensive background in the superyacht industry and experience as a superyacht captain, Whitehouse brings an outstanding reputation for developing, redesigning, and managing large-scale projects, Derecktor announced.
“Derecktor’s commitment to the industry is commendable and its reputation is legendary,” Whitehouse said upon his appointment. “We welcome the global fleet of megayachts and super sailing yachts to come experience the recent facility improvements in Dania Beach and learn more about the exciting future of our Fort Pierce yard. We are confident you will see the value in choosing Derecktor for your next project.”
As Sales Manager, Whitehouse will oversee the sales team, develop and execute sales strategies, manage key accounts, and establish new client relationships.
“We are excited to have George on the team and have high expectations for him,” said Paul Derecktor, President of Derecktor Shipyards. “We know the superior quality of our work and believe the expertise of our staff far exceeds that of other facilities. George can help us build and foster relationships within the industry to not only grow our business but also to position Derecktor as a valuable U.S. resource to the world market.”
