Sandestin Real Estate, announced Friday the appointment of Kateri "Kitty" Whitney as the company’s new executive director.
Whitney was previously the president and CEO of the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce, an organization with more than 1,000 members, according to a statement released by the company.
"Kitty brings strong leadership skills, respect and excellent business practices to Sandestin Real Estate," said Tom Becnel, chairman of Sandestin Investments LLC.
"We are optimistic that she and her team will make a significant and positive impact for existing and prospective property owners not only in Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, but also for this entire coastal community."
Whitney has over 13 years experience in various areas of residential and commercial real estate.
Past management experience also includes ownership of The Infusion Network, the nation's first free standing ambulatory infusion center; international work for Cyrix, a worldwide semiconductor company; and management of a home healthcare network. She began her professional career in the healthcare industry as a registered nurse, according to the statement.
