Tom Babbitt Joins Northrop & Johnson

Northrop & Johnson is delighted to announce the arrival of Tom Babbitt as a yacht broker in the Northrop & Johnson Newport office.

Tom grew up in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts, boating on Buzzards Bay out of Padanaram Harbor. At a young age, he was tasked with running the family Boston Whaler around the Elizabeth Islands and Martha’s Vineyard.

Tom spent much of his youth on family boats throughout New England and The Bahamas.

In 1989, Tom began his career in yachting, selling powerboats in New York.

Over the years, Tom has held every position from sales broker and sales manager to vice president, general manager and owner at various yacht brokerages along the Eastern Seaboard.

He has spent his career fostering lasting relationships with his clients and sharing his knowledge to help guide them toward their goals.

Tom is a member of the Yacht Brokers Association of America, Florida Yacht Brokers Association, and is a licensed Florida yacht broker. Northrop & Johnson is excited to welcome him to our exceptional international team of yacht brokers.