Zipporah Marmor has been appointed managing partner of Opus Aero North America, a Monaco-headquartered business jet sales, trading and acquisitions company. With nearly 25 years of experience in business aviation, Marmor brings a wealth of expertise in leadership, sales and marketing to the role.

Sole owner and CEO Alexandre Lombard says: "We are privileged to welcome Zipporah to the Opus team. Her extensive experience and proven track record make her an invaluable asset as we embark on our next chapter of growth in North America."

Marmor's journey in the aviation industry began in 2000 with Bombardier, where she transitioned from marketing professional to sales manager, showcasing her adaptability and commitment to excellence. Further international experience includes serving as vice president of sales for NewJet in Monaco, the exclusive Bombardier representative for Monaco, Italy and Switzerland. She also played a pivotal role at ACASS as the first director for aircraft sales and acquisitions in 2012. She subsequently progressed to the positions of vice president of sales and vice president of aircraft transactions, where she spearheaded the development of the company's worldwide sales organisation.

At Opus North America, Marmor will lead the expansion of the company's presence in the US and Canada.

She says: "I am excited to work with Alexandre and the whole Opus team to expand our footprint in North America. Developing our market in the US and Canada, leveraging Opus' outstanding reputation and experience, is a natural progression for me."

Beyond her role at Opus, Marmor is chair emeritus and IADA Certified Broker at the International Aircraft Dealers Association, the collective force influencing and shaping the aircraft transaction industry and the acknowledged leader in developing standards for efficient, effective and ethical business aircraft transactions.