Captain Sandy YawnSpeaker and Booking Agent Information

Yawn was honored for her bravery in maintaining the safety of all passengers, crew, and the vessel during a disastrous fire and pirate attack off the coast of Yemen in 2006. Captain Sandy isn't just a captain in the name; she is a captain in any sense of the word.

She applies her career's expertise, critical thought, and lessons in life as well as on the water. Captain Sandy Yawn's professional training prepared her well for the challenging moments she experienced in the Red Sea. Her unbreakable mentality, on the other hand, allowed her to rise above it.

Captain Sandy has beaten the odds and navigated tragedy over the years, having survived a drug-addled childhood, a life-threatening motorcycle crash, and stage II kidney cancer. And she has gratefully accepted each new challenge as a means of strengthening her determination and fortifying her resilience.

Captain Sandy Yawn charted a new path in 2015 when she became the series lead on Bravo's hit series Below Deck Mediterranean, channeling her inner "Captain Sandy" and her love of adventure.

Captain Sandy has cracked down yet another barrier to become a dominant role model for women and one of the network's most widely admired characters, now in her fourth season with the program.

And when she's not at sea, Captain Sandy Yawn manages a vast portfolio of businesses, each one tailored to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people and causes she cares about.

She is the founder and star of the I Believe Project, a nationwide speaking tour that aims to encourage and assist people in overcoming obstacles in life. Captain Sandy is also a board member and benefactor of the Jacksonville School of Autism, a non-profit that assists people with autism and their families.

Captain Sandy Yawn is also a founder of the SeaKeepers Society, the International Superyacht Society, the United States Superyacht Association, and the Professional Yachting Association's Captain's Advisory Council.