Subject Mente Group Promotes Rich Ropp as Senior Managing Director
Rich Ropp has greatly strengthened the firm’s advisory and transaction capabilities in important markets and has proven
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DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, August 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Mente Group, a leading aviation advisory and brokerage firm, has promoted Rich Ropp as Senior Managing Director, based in St. Louis. A well-known aviation industry executive, Ropp strengthens the firm’s advisory and transaction capabilities in key markets.
Ropp, who joined Mente Group earlier this year, has become a significant contributor to the company’s recent successes. He brings decades of experience in private aviation, with a career spanning aircraft sales, operations, management and business development at several of the industry’s most recognized companies.
In his new senior leadership role, Ropp remains focused on Mente Group’s aircraft transactions, client advisory services and strategic growth initiatives throughout the central United States.
“Rich Ropp has greatly strengthened the firm’s advisory and transaction capabilities in important markets and has proven to be a tremendous addition to our team,” said Brian Proctor, CEO of Mente Group. “His leadership, market knowledge and client-first approach have enhanced our mission to deliver exceptional advisory services.”
“Every day, Rich brings operational expertise and sales leadership that enhance our ability to serve clients in the Midwest and beyond,” said Steve Main, Chief Revenue Officer of Mente Group. “He has established an excellent track record of building relationships and driving growth as we expand.”
Before joining Mente Group, Ropp held senior leadership roles at organizations including Priester Aviation, now GJP Aviation, where he served as chief sales and service officer, overseeing multiple operating bases and a large managed fleet. He also served as senior vice president of enterprise sales at flyExclusive and held executive leadership positions at Jet Linx Aviation, where he played a key role in launching new markets and driving revenue growth nationwide.
Earlier in his career, Ropp held positions with Jet Aviation, Jet Support Services Inc. (JSSI), Sentient Flight Group, Million Air and Midcoast Aviation, steadily advancing through roles of increasing responsibility. He also founded and operated an aircraft detailing company serving clients in Florida and Missouri.
About Mente Group
Mente Group is a leading business aviation advisory and aircraft brokerage firm specializing in aircraft transactions, asset management, and strategic, operational, and technical consulting. The company serves corporations, growth companies, and high-net-worth individuals worldwide, delivering independent advice backed by deep market intelligence and industry expertise. Since its founding in 2009, Mente Group has advised on billions of dollars in aircraft transactions and partnered with many of the world’s largest companies and aviation stakeholders.
Mente Group is a member of the International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA), the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the National Aircraft Finance Association (NAFA) and the American Society of Appraisers (ASA). For more information, visit Mente Group – Private Jet Brokerage and Consulting Firm Located in Dallas, TX
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