About Us

With 20 years experience in the yachting industry, our team brings a blend of efficiency, passion, knowledge and genuine care to every vessel we support. We understand the full spectrum of yacht operations and the attention to detail required to keep everything running seamlessly.

We would be delighted to assist with your yacht administration needs and look forward to connecting with you.

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SSP’s team of experienced pursers, located across the globe, are dedicated to reducing the administrative burden within the yachting industry. We work closely with captains, onboard pursers, management teams and yachting companies to deliver a dependable and consistent level of support, ensuring office-based tasks are handled efficiently and with care.

Our pursers are ready to assist however they can, providing the professional backing you need to keep operations running smoothly.

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About us

Khara and her close‑knit team have mastered every facet of interior yacht operations, working together with a level of precision, professionalism and unity that has become their signature. While Khara’s career reflects an unwavering drive to grow, refining her expertise and building strong industry relationships, her team has been an essential part of that journey, supporting one another along the way.

Her path ultimately led to the prestigious role of Purser, widely regarded as the pinnacle position for interior crew. For many, reaching this level would be the culmination of a career. For Khara, it became a turning point.

Anyone in yachting understands the reality: long hours, mental and physical strain and the constant pressure to deliver an exceptional service. As a Purser, Khara found herself working around the clock, even during time off, handling critical administrative tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

Through these experiences, a powerful question began to surface:

What if someone could take on the excess administrative load? What if interior teams could focus more on guest experience instead of endless paperwork? What about captains on small and mid‑sized yachts who shoulder Purser duties on top of everything else… What if they had reliable support?

These reflections, shaped by both Khara’s leadership and her team’s collective insight, sparked the creation of SSP.

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Khara Pierre

Director

Khara is a hardworking, dedicated professional with just under 2 decades in the yachting industry, including a strong background as a Purser. Known for her organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, she’s passionate about supporting yacht operations and making life easier for crew and captains alike.

Outside of work, Khara loves spending time with her family and is a proud mum to her little boy. She’s a social person who enjoys meeting new people, exploring new places, dining out at restaurants, and staying active through exercise.

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Sarah Paylor

Personal Assistant to Director

Sarah has over 15 years' experience as an Executive PA supporting business operations and Directors across industries including maritime, property, e-commerce and recruitment, as well as a creative background in commercial photography and marketing. She joined SSP at the beginning of 2026 to support Khara with operations and strategic growth.

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Phoebe Prescott

Purser

Phoebe has over 7 years' experience in the yachting industry, onboard private and charter vessels ranging from 40–85m and transitioned to SSP mid-2025, combining her onboard experience with shore side expertise to deliver a knowledgeable and responsive service tailored to her client.

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Natalie Prescott

Purser

Natalie brings over 10 years' experience in HR, with a strong background in people management, organisation and communication. Since joining SSP, she supports her yacht with a people-focused approach and strong attention to detail, delivering an exceptional professional service.

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Lauren Stanbury

Purser

Lauren is approaching 7 years' of yachting experience, culminating as Chief Stewardess on a 90m yacht. Currently based on her farm in Cornwall, she joined SSP in May 2026 to continue her passion for yachting from ashore.

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Jessica van Jaarsveldt

Purser

Jessica has over 10 years' in yachting and extensive Purser experience working onboard large yachts, with a particular love for logistics, finance and keeping the operational side of a vessel running seamlessly.

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Nina Raith

Purser

Nina has over 10 years' experience on private and charter yachts up to 156m. She brings a range of expertise including financial management, HR and payroll. Known for her calm leadership under pressure, Nina was a finalist for the Acrew Purser Awards 2020.

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Helen Oakley

Purser

Helen brings over 20 years' of experience as a superyacht Purser, having worked on yachts ranging from 65m to 140m. Her strong, well-rounded skill set means she is adept across all areas of Purser responsibility. With a personal connection to SSP going back several years, Helen joined the team in August 2026.

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Susie Mack

Purser

Susie brings a wealth of diverse experience across the yachting industry, spanning new builds, private, charter, shipyard refits and shoreside assistance. Having a meticulous work ethic, she is committed to delivering exceptional results finding effective solutions.

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Nikita Sutton

Purser

Nikita is a Chartered Accountant and Finance Manager with 15 years' experience across private practice, aviation, construction, real estate, and the superyacht industry. She also brings extensive experience as a Purser, supporting smooth operations on both private and charter yachts.

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