The Art of Luxury Yacht Travel
Every extraordinary journey begins with understanding
what matters most to you. Your days at sea are shaped around you,
filled with moments that become memories long after the journey ends.
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Erin Pavane, Partner & CEO
A New Yorker and lifelong world traveler, Erin Pavane has spent much of her life on the water. A former boat owner with an innate love for the sea, she has explored more than 30 countries, including many of the world’s premier charter destinations—from the Balearics and the French Riviera to Australia, Greece, Croatia, Turkey, Italy, and the Caribbean.
Before joining Sanderson Yachting as Partner & CEO, Erin devoted three years to attending every major yacht charter show worldwide. She personally inspected hundreds of luxury vessels, met with top-tier crews to ensure the perfect match for her clients, and experienced onboard cuisine to confirm it met the five-star standards she brings to every journey. This deep, firsthand knowledge allows Erin to craft recommendations with unmatched insight and authenticity.
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At Sanderson Yachting, Erin specializes in designing bespoke yacht charters that go far beyond a traditional vacation. Each journey is curated with intention, pairing clients with the ideal yacht and crew, shaping personalized itineraries, and ensuring every detail reflects the traveler’s vision. Whether orchestrating a romantic escape, a corporate retreat, or a multi-generational family celebration, Erin is known for her seamless execution, discerning eye, and genuine passion for creating unforgettable moments at sea.
Erin is also a dedicated partner to travel advisors around the world, providing them with the education, resources, and support needed to confidently offer luxury yacht charters to their clients. She is deeply committed to elevating the advisor community and ensuring their clients receive extraordinary service at every step.
With a reputation for high-touch hospitality, trusted industry relationships, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Erin brings a thoughtful, personal approach to every charter she designs. Whether you’re a seasoned yachter, a first-time charterer, or a travel professional seeking to elevate your offerings, she delivers the expertise, vision, and care needed to create a journey that feels truly extraordinary.
Sandy Carney, Partner
For nearly two decades, Sandy Carney has been at the forefront of bespoke yacht travel, curating exceptional journeys for discerning clients around the world. She founded Sanderson Yachting in 2006 with a singular vision: to elevate yacht chartering into an effortless, deeply personal experience defined by trust, discretion, and impeccable care.
Sandy’s connection to the sea is lifelong. She is a seasoned sailor, certified instructor, and accomplished racer whose firsthand experience at the helm gives her an intimate understanding of yacht performance, onboard comfort, and what truly shapes an extraordinary week at sea. She spent ten years licensed under the U.S. Coast Guard Launch program, raced one-designs, taught sailing at the yacht club level, and even served as Managing Editor of CRUISING WORLD magazine. This rare blend of on-the-water expertise and editorial insight allows her to evaluate yachts with a depth and discernment few in the industry possess.
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Her expertise extends far beyond the helm. Sandy has held respected roles with Alden Yachts, Newport Yacht Services, Little Harbor, Hinckley, and Churchill — experience that has shaped her reputation as a trusted, well-respected professional within the yachting community. Today, her standing is further reflected in her membership with both the American and Mediterranean Yacht Brokers Associations, two of the industry’s most exclusive professional bodies.
Many of Sandy’s clients seek her out specifically for her confidentiality, judicious guidance, and refined judgment. She attends all major charter shows worldwide, touring yachts and meeting crews to understand each vessel’s personality — ensuring that every recommendation is made with firsthand knowledge and meticulous care. Her approach is unwavering: if she wouldn’t spend a week aboard a yacht herself, she will not recommend it.
Beyond her professional life, Sandy is a past Commodore of the Ida Lewis Yacht Club and the proud mother of two sons, with whom she shared numerous charter vacations during their childhood — experiences that deepened her appreciation for the joy, connection, and lifelong memories a yacht journey can create.
Today, she brings all of this — her experience, her leadership, her intuition, and her love of the sea — to every client she serves, crafting journeys that feel authentic, effortless, and truly unforgettable.
Shana Pavane – Yacht Charter Broker
Shana is an accomplished yacht charter broker whose passion for travel, hospitality, and elevated guest experiences has quickly distinguished her in the industry. She has attended prestigious global events including the Cannes Yachting Festival, the Monaco Yacht Show, Croatia Yacht Show, the Newport Charter Show, and the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show — deepening her knowledge of the world’s finest yachts and crews.
Her firsthand experience extends well beyond the dock. Shana has traveled throughout the world and has enjoyed yacht charters in the BVI, Greece and Croatia, giving her a personal understanding of what defines an exceptional journey at sea. Warm, attentive, and detail-driven, she brings a thoughtful, client-centered approach to every charter, making her a valued and trusted member of the Sanderson Yachting team.
Michelle Roberson – Yacht Charter Broker
Michelle brings a lifelong passion for travel and a deep appreciation for the world’s most stunning coastlines to her role as a yacht charter consultant. With years of experience designing custom luxury vacations and exclusive experiences, she has developed a keen understanding of the elevated service and attention to detail her clients expect. Her personal knowledge of premier destinations including the Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, and the Mediterranean allows her to create tailored recommendations with confidence.
Having experienced 3 luxury yacht charters herself, Michelle understands the magic of life at sea. From waking up in a new paradise each day to the comfort, privacy and 5-star dining experience afforded to guests on a private luxury yacht.
As a recent empty nester, she’s embracing this exciting new chapter by helping others plan unforgettable yacht experiences around the world. Whether it’s an indulgent escape, a multi-generational celebration, or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, Michelle will curate an unforgettable experience.
Grace Kimia Murray – Yacht Charter Consultant
Having traveled extensively around the world, Grace draws inspiration from diverse cultures, coastlines, and ways of life. Her time abroad has given her a natural appreciation for immersive travel.
Based in Manhattan, Grace balances the energy of city life with a love for exploration and connection. She is passionate about helping clients design travel experiences that feel both seamless and extraordinary. Whether it’s a celebratory getaway, a multigenerational escape, or a once-in-a-lifetime journey at sea. Grace is dedicated to curating yacht charters that combine comfort, beauty, and effortless luxury.
Megan Tomei – Charter Operations
Megan brings creativity, precision, and a calm, can-do energy to her role in yacht charter operations. With a background spanning performance, production, and client-facing leadership, she has built her career around coordinating complex experiences while keeping every detail running smoothly behind the scenes. Her work in fast-paced, high-performance environments sharpened her ability to manage logistics, anticipate needs, and create seamless, high-touch experiences for discerning clients.
With graduate degrees from both New York University and the University of Southern California, Megan developed a deep appreciation for timing, communication, and the many moving parts that must come together flawlessly for a performance. Skills that translate perfectly to the world of luxury yacht charters.
Megan takes pride in being the steady hand behind the scenes, helping deliver yacht experiences that feel seamless, elevated, and unforgettable.
Ben Murphy – Yacht Charter Consultant
Ben brings a global perspective and relationship-focused approach to the world of luxury yachting. Having entered the yacht industry in 2022 and previously worked alongside our CEO, he understands both the operational side of charters and the high standards clients expect.
A former elite rowing coach with ties to Oxford Brookes University, Ben brings a high-performance mindset and team-oriented philosophy to everything he does. This athletic background instilled in him discipline, resilience, and an appreciation for preparation. Qualities that translate seamlessly into delivering smooth, elevated yacht experiences.
Growing up in Europe gave Ben an innate understanding of the region’s landscapes, cultures, and hidden gems, which he now uses to thoughtfully guide clients through their travel planning. Ben is dedicated to helping create charter journeys that feel effortless, refined, and unforgettable.
Alicia Resnick Drozen – Yacht Charter Consultant
Alicia brings a lifelong passion for travel and a deeply personal understanding of exploration to her work in luxury yachting. Having traveled to 42 states and more than 30 countries, she helps clients transform bucket-list destinations into thoughtful, memorable experiences at sea.
A Southern New Jersey native, Alicia earned her Bachelor of Business Administration from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School. She spent over two decades in the nonprofit sector, including roles with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Best Buddies, and most recently served as Events & Programs Director for a large Southern New Jersey congregation, where she led high-profile galas, fundraising events, and community programs.
She takes a client-first approach, ensuring trips are well planned and thoughtfully handled from start to finish.