Panya Andersen

International arts professional with more than 10 years of experience across arts management, contemporary art, photography, gallery operations, collection cataloguing, editorial projects, digital commerce, exhibitions, and art fairs. Holds master's degrees in Contemporary Art and Photography from Sotheby's Institute of Art and in Learning and Visitor Studies from the University of Leicester, plus a BA in Art Business. Experienced in artist relations, collection management, client service, research, marketing, events, and international art-market environments, with prior professional experience in South Florida.

Real Estate Assistant at BRONDO & ASSOCIATES REALTY (2026-01 – Present)

• Create residential property listings and assist with professional presentation of listing information.
• Prepare and send correspondence to sellers and support client communications and listing administration.
• Apply strong organization, client-service, and sales-support skills in the Miami residential real estate market.

Co-Founder / Owner at THE WALL MARKET (2016-10 – 2025-04)

• Co-founded and manage an art-focused business, overseeing day-to-day operations, artist relationships, and business development.
• Collaborate on social media strategy and oversee website functionality, online presentation, and e-commerce performance.
• Coordinate creative, commercial, and operational activities to support profitability and continued growth.

Photographer / Archivist Assistant at LARS SCHWANDER (2013-10 – 2016-10)

• Archived and catalogued a photography collection of more than 1,000 works using a collection-management system.
• Supported photographer and collector Lars Schwander with collection organization, documentation, and records.
• Participated in international photography fairs and events including Paris Photo and Fotofever.

Project Manager, Founder & Executive Editor at PUF ART ADVISORY / DIGITAL PROJECTS (2009-11 – 2016-10)

• Founded and served as Executive Editor of Puf-Art.com / Puf Art Advisory, an international platform promoting Nordic contemporary art.
• Researched and produced art-focused editorial content and collaborated with marketing teams on advertising and product presentation.
• Contributed to the First Hotel Magazine art guide, promoting Copenhagen's art scene to international visitors.
• Attended major international art fairs including Art Basel Miami, Art Basel, The Armory Show, Frieze, and SCOPE.

Gallery Intern at GALLERI FAURSCHOU (2007-08 – 2008-06)

• Edited English-language copy for gallery publications and maintained artist portfolios in the gallery database and website.
• Coordinated with art websites to keep gallery and artist information current.
• Assisted with exhibition preparation, opening receptions, and day-to-day gallery support.

Gallery Intern at FOTOGRAFISK CENTER (2007-07 – 2007-08)

• Assisted with curating and arranging photographic works for exhibitions and supported gallery openings.
• Scanned, edited, and catalogued photographic images for the gallery database.
• Wrote an introduction for the Jesper Fabricius exhibition catalogue.

Concierge / VIP Hostess at SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO (2002-04 – 2004-10)

• Delivered personalized VIP guest service and coordinated dining, entertainment, transportation, cultural, shopping, and other arrangements.
• Maintained accurate guest records and developed strong relationship-building, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Event Coordinator at INDEPENDENT (2001-08 – 2004-02)

• Planned, designed, and coordinated corporate, nonprofit, leadership, fundraising, and promotional events.
• Supported events ranging from intimate gatherings to programs with approximately 3,000 attendees for clients including AFLAC and the DC Chamber of Commerce.

Master's in Learning and Visitor Studies – University of Leicester (2013-07)

Master's in Contemporary Art and Photography – Sotheby's Institute of Art (2006-04)

Course in Danish Culture – University of Copenhagen (2010)

Certificate in Event Management – George Washington University (2004-02)

Bachelor of Arts in Art Business – Bennett College (1997)