Marcelo Marques brings over two decades of distinguished tourism expertise to Istmo&Co. His foundational career includes pivotal roles at Matueté and Latitudes—two of Brazil's most prestigious luxury travel agencies—followed by a celebrated 12-year tenure as Trade Relations Manager for South African Tourism.

Marcelo’s profound reverence for the African continent is born from extensive exploration of Southern and Eastern Africa. A seasoned global citizen, he has travelled to over 50 countries, and crossed the Atlantic to South Africa more than 40 times, dedicating his career to connecting discerning travelers with one-of-a-kind destinations.