David Whitaker David Whitaker attended Missouri Auction School in 2008. Since then, he has been a contract hire auctioneer as well as the owner of Whitaker Marketing Group. Although Whitaker enjoys his auctioneer role in many types of auctions, Whitaker Marketing Group's primary focus is selling farmland and fundraising. Whitaker's passion for the industry has led him to many state championships, international rookie champion, and a world auctioneer spokesman of the year award. About Successful Farming Successful Farming, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning print publication and online resource with trustworthy, indispensable farming advice for corn, soybean, wheat, and livestock producers. Our original reporting covers many different topics, with our stories deeply researched by our editors and a select group of veteran freelance writers who rely on trusted, expert sources. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.