Lee moved to Vero Beach in May of 2016, attended classes at the Chapman School of Seamanship and obtained his 25 Ton Master Captain's License. Lee purchased his Boston Whaler 28 through Manatee Pocket Yacht Sales and decided to become a member of the team. Since then, Lee became a member of Indian River Sheriff's Department - Marine Division and ran one of the patrol boats. He was also Fleet Captain and Board Member for the Vero Beach Yacht Club. He sold the Boston Whaler 28 Conquest and now owns a 31.5 Conquest with twin 350 Mercury Verados. Lee enjoys shotgun sports, scuba diving, skiing and DOGS!
Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Tom Whittington graduated from NC State with a BS in Engineering in 1972 and is still an avid ACC fan.
His love of boating began at age six in boats and on water skis on Lake Wylie, Lake Norman and the Chesapeake Bay. After Tom retired from Hewlett Packard, his best friend in Florida (a marina owner) convinced him to “try” and sell boats. Fourteen years later, Tom’s company, Manatee Pocket Yacht Sales, has six licensed Florida Yacht Brokers and brokers in Connecticut and The Keys. Tom has received world-class training from Hewlett Packard and is committed to the highest standard of ethics as a Rotarian. Tom is a member of the Stuart Sunrise Rotary Club, President of the Marine Industries Association of the Treasure Coast, and is on the board of directors for Chapman’s School of Seamanship.
His experience of closing over 1,500 vessels assures you of a smooth buying or selling transaction.
Brayden Schoch, originally from Kutztown, Pennsylvania, has been visiting Florida's Treasure Coast since 2007 and has now made it his full-time home. Spending summers at the Jersey Shore ignited his passion for the ocean, and his boating journey began at just two years old. He has since navigated vessels ranging from 20-foot bay boats to a 72-foot Viking, cultivating a deep connection to the sea.
Now based in Florida, Brayden is actively working toward obtaining his Captain's License, aiming to turn his lifelong passion into a professional endeavor. When he's not on the water, he enjoys spending time with his family and his adventurous puppy, Blu—his favorite co-captain on boat days. He also enjoys playing hockey in his free time. His days often include fishing, free diving, and cruising to local sandbars, as well as boating trips to the Florida Keys, the Bahamas, and other tropical destinations—fully embracing the coastal lifestyle he loves.
Garrett, originally from Emmaus, Pennsylvania, graduated from Paul Smiths College in upstate New York with a Bachelor of Science in Parks and Conservation Management in 2022. Garrett's interest in boating began at the age of four, motivated by his grandfather’s ownership of a dual console boat. Throughout his formative years on Lake Placid, he engaged in boating whenever possible. Upon relocating to Florida in 2024, Garrett continued his passion for boating and pursued a career working on sportfishing boats, while also engaging in recreational fishing during his leisure time. Since meeting his wife in 2021, he has been traveling along the east coast of Florida for vacations to the Keys. He particularly values spending his free time on the water, as well as with his family and two dogs, Maui and Oakley. Garrett enjoys various hobbies such as hunting, snowboarding in northern regions, riding ATVs, and undertaking different projects.
Nick Williams is from Philadelphia PA. He spent his summers growing up in Wildwood, NJ. Nick has been boating since 14. Spending his days cruising the back bays in his 14' aluminum Skiff with a fishing rod in his hand. After years in the bar industry Nick came to FL in 2017 to pursue boating full time. He now resides in Stuart, FL with his 100 ton masters license. Nick spends half his year going back and forth to the Bahamas and the FL keys.
When he is not running boats for a living, you can usually find him somewhere along the treasure coast either fishing, diving or hanging out at the local sandbars. Nick is a big sports fan and is highly passionate about his Philadelphia teams.
You’ll find him at church and then the local Eagles bar on Sundays.
When asked why he joined MPYS he said
“I love the family aspect of this company, I instantly felt right at home. A lot of businesses make you feel like an employee and these guys made me feel like I was one of their own. Just good hearted, honest people who all share the same passion.”
Originally from Milledgeville, Georgia—better known as Georgia’s Lake Country—I grew up on the water fishing bass tournaments along the Berry’s Trail, where my passion for boating and life on the water first took hold. Those early mornings on the lake built a competitive mindset and a deep respect for the boating lifestyle that has stayed with me ever since.
I went on to play football at Valdosta State University, where discipline, teamwork, and accountability were ingrained in everything I do. After college, I built nearly a decade of experience in sales, focusing on long-term client relationships, trust, and results—not transactions.
What began as a love for bass fishing eventually turned into an offshore fever that brought me to South Florida and into the world of yachting. Today, I combine my lifelong connection to the water with a relationship-first approach to help clients confidently buy and sell boats. My goal is simple: provide honest guidance, strong communication, and a seamless experience from start to finish.
Sal has recently relocated to Florida from New York and a major reason for his move was his love for boating. Sal has been on the water since he was 2 years old, He grew up on 26' Sea Ray Sundancer and 1979 32' Trojan. He bought his first boat when he was 16, a 1988 18' Maxum Bowrider. At 16, he completely updated it, everything from new floorboards to new cushions, and new electrical. Quickly, he realized the reality of the responsibilities of owning a boat. His hard work ethic became necessary from a young age in order to be able to maintain this pastime properly. Sal has also owned a 11' Novurania, 17' Boston Whaler, 24' Mako, 28' Sea Fox, 29' Sea Ray Amberjack, 36' Rampage, 48' Ocean, 56' Viking, and currently owns a 37' Valhalla and 20' Robalo that he recently purchased from Manatee Yacht Sales. In New York, Sal Tournament fished his Viking in overnight offshore tournaments and won multiple prizes. He is a Husband and father of 3 who have all been on boats from the time they were born. In addition to his love for fishing he also values family time on the boat, where in New York he would leave work Friday get the family to the boat, go out, and stay on anchor until Sunday night for the entire summer. He also maintains his Coast Guard OUPV Captains License and has delivered and transported all types of boats up and down the East Coast. Having such a vast knowledge of all different makes, models, and types of boats. Sal is excited to join the Mantatee yacht sales team and specializes in making sure that you get into the boat that accommodates your experience, budget, and intended usage.
