SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Aurora Networks, a leading developer of advanced optical transport systems for broadband networks, announces the addition of Judy Donovan as Aurora's Vice President, Sales. In this position, she will be responsible for all sales activities within North America. In addition, Aurora has opened Aurora Networks Canada, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Aurora Networks, providing direct sales coverage and support to the Canadian market. Garry O'Neil, recently appointed Director of Sales for Canada and the Great Lakes Region, will manage the operation. "We are very pleased to offer our customers enhanced service throughout North America," said Guy Sucharczuk, President and Chief Executive Officer of Aurora Networks. "Judy's extensive industry experience and management skills will increase our ability to provide our customers with superior solutions and service." Judy Donovan has over twenty years of professional sales and management experience with technology products in the telecommunications and broadband industries. Before joining Aurora Networks, she served seven years at ADC Telecommunications, ending her service there as Group Vice President of Broadband for North America. Garry O'Neil is a twenty-five year cable industry veteran, having spent most of that time in sales roles for leading value-added resellers, primarily servicing the Canadian cable television market. Aurora Networks Inc.