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Bill brings decades of experience in the boating world having owned his first boat at age 6, and building one at 13. His long career spans from charter boat captain, professional and private sport fishing yacht captain, commercial fisherman, crabber, salvage and underwater repair diver. He has performed custom tower and other designs for vessels that he has captained. Bill managed Virginia Beach Fishing Center for 4 years, and built the new floating docks there. His career in boat sales began in 1971 at a marine dealership in Virginia Beach, which he later acquired, operated and expanded to a full line outdoor sporting center, gun & tackle shop until 1998.

His experience in the yachting industry includes sales manager for new lines such as Silverton, Riviera, Sabre, Back Cove, & Hunt Yachts, as well as owner of full line yacht brokerage, and yacht management services. “I feel my clients are the kind of discerning individuals who know exactly what they want, and do not need to be sold. Sometimes that may be just a vision in mind that needs only to be focused on that which is real. I have a keen awareness that your boat is a large part of your life style.”

Born and raised in NJ and spent my summers as a child with both grandfathers on the water as they owned boats. I moved to FTL from Jersey when 19 years old to pursue a yachting career—I have been in the marine industry in south Florida for over 15 years. Traveling Caribbean and eastern US Maine to Key West. My heart is in the Bahamas and fishing every day with my 6yr son.

Will Tate was born and raised on the Seven River in Annapolis, Maryland, has enjoyed years owning and racing sailboats to offshore performance boats, and currently enjoys time spent on his 47’ Express Cruiser. Growing up with a diverse boating background has prepared Will to navigate through the process of selling and purchasing boats of all varieties and sizes, including managing every detail leading to a seamless transaction, while exceeding both buyer and seller expectations. Will brings a unique customer first perspective to the yacht industry coming from over twenty years in the highline automotive industry. Will is a great addition to the team at Knot 10.

Covering the New Jersey Primarily As Well As Other East Coast Markets. More Bio & Information To Follow Soon.

I have brought my life long passion of boating and being on the water to Knot10. After 25yrs in the financial advisory profession I have combined knowledge, hard work and tenacity and applied it towards a position I love. As a five time boat owner/sailor/racer, allow me to use my keen eye and attention for detail to assist you as a buyer or a seller. I also am a proud father of four and reside in Annapolis, MD

Captain Paul was Knot 10’s Broker of the Year in 2022 and has had the boating bug for his whole life. As a boy he never passed up an opportunity to be on the water; fishing, sailing, or kayaking. After graduating college with a business degree, Paul became a successful entrepreneur. His success helped him finance his boating addiction, enabling him to buy more than 20 boats for his personal use over the years including his current 2004 Symbol 54. He has owned just about every kind of boat including offshore fishing boats, cabin cruisers, express boats, trawlers, performance ribs, sail boats, and even cat boats. He has cruised the entire east coast from Florida Keys and the Bahamas to Bar Harbor, Maine and also maintains his U.S.C.G. Master 50 Ton Near Coastal Captain’s License.

Paul is always available and eager to talk about anything boats and to share his extensive knowledge of boating with both new and experienced boaters. He strives to help customers sell their boat or find the “right boat” and then help them feel fully comfortable on the details of operation of their purchase.

Paul and Carllene live in their home on Spa Creek in Annapolis.  During his free time, you can usually find Paul and Carllene cruising on their 54′ Symbol named “Next Chapter.”

KNOT 10’S SALESPERSON OF THE YEAR 2021, 2020 and 2015. Calling on a very successful background of selling new Cruisers Yachts, Ed brings Knot 10 customers a broad base of boating knowledge. His passion for the business shines through in his courteous and helpful demeanor, and his ability to step up and help beyond just selling a boat has led to customer loyalty that many never achieve. Ed builds a rapport with people quickly and easily – an attribute that compliments his exceptional sales and negotiating abilities.

In his spare time Ed used to be spotted in the stands at The Comcast Center watching Maryland Basketball and stayed active playing on numerous local sports teams. Now, he stays active happily supporting his daughter and her field hockey team.

The story goes…Todd Wittman has been selling boats and marine equipment on the Chesapeake Bay for most of his adult life. Growing up on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, he took his first job at age fourteen, working at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Too young to drive, he commuted to work by boat and his life’s passion was born. Prior to his current career of selling boats, Todd was the Mid Atlantic representative for the Outboard Marine Corporation (OMC). There he was responsible for handling the accounts of 200 dealers and posted sales in excess of $25 million.

The story continues today…After building a successful career in boat sales, Todd recognized Knot 10 Yacht Sales as not only the industry leader in yacht brokerage, but, as the premier brokers who are up to date with the trends and patterns driving the industry. He joined Knot 10 and is now parlaying his experience representing many impressive yacht brands including Cruisers Yachts, Carver, Marquis, Silverton, Sunseeker and Tiara with Knot 10’s marketing program.

Todd currently resides in historic Centreville, MD, with his lovely wife Peg and beautiful twin daughters. They love and promote the boating lifestyle – cruising, fishing, and relaxing on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay.

I joined the brokerage world 11 years ago, after managing and owning mortgage companies for two decades. It is this background that allowed me to smoothly close more than 500 vessel sales over the last 11 years.

In addition to the time I spend assisting my clients, I sail the Chesapeake Bay, race Beer Cans and in various area regatta’s. In my 45 years on the water I have sailed or powered my way in the Rhode Island-Mass-Cape area, Long Island Sound, Chesapeake Bay, Bahamas, Caribbean, West Indies, and the Croatian Coast from Split to Dubrovnik. It is these boating experiences that can help in the difficult decision of which boat is right for you. I take great pride in my work. I find it just as enjoyable to help a client sell their boat, as well as helping a client find the perfect boat.