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Our Team

Behind Origin Amazonia is a dedicated team driven by a shared mission: to connect the world with the finest Amazonian beans while fostering sustainability, ethical trade, and respect for traditional communities.

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Claudia Davis

Amazon Alliance Weaver

With a decade of experience in innovative supply chain solutions and the export of specialty products—primarily coffee—to over 40 countries, Claudia now channels her expertise into the world of Amazonian cacao and cupuaçu.

 

She’s the bridge between our international customers and the producer communities, ensuring that every market connection supports our ultimate mission: creating a positive impact on the Amazon rainforest and its people.  

 

And this is just the beginning! 

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Ana Julia Lima

Keeper of Secrets

A true cacao enthusiast, Ana is constantly exploring the depths of this incredible fruit. As the guardian of quality at our Amazon facility, she ensures that every bean meets the highest standards.  

Beyond that, she’s pursuing a PhD focused on cacao production in riverside communities, blending science with tradition.  

Whether you want a tour of our facilities or a visit to one of our producer communities, Ana is always ready to guide you! 

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César De Mendes

Product Hunter Extraordinaire

As the founder of De Mendes Chocolate, Cesar has an unbreakable bond with the Amazon and its people.


No matter how remote the location, he’ll find a way to get there—always on a quest for rare and extraordinary cacao and cupuaçu.  

Deeply immersed in the cultural heritage of traditional communities, Cesar calls a maroon settlement along the Lower Tocantins River home.

If you're looking for an adventure, he's your guy! 

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Vinícius Messalle 

Forest Ambassador 

Passionate about international markets and ethical trade, Vinicius is dedicated to ensuring that Amazonian producers receive fair value for their work. He sees the rich biodiversity of the Amazon—its native treasures—as a gateway to economic empowerment and cultural preservation.

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Isabel Lima

Bean-to-Bar Matchmaker

As our point of contact in the United States – and a true chocolate lover – Isabel is dedicated to bringing the best of the Amazon to the world.

Passionate about driving change through meaningful and creative business ventures, she aims to expand Origin Amazonia’s client base, putting Brazilian culture at the forefront and showcasing just how much our country has to offer. 

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Origin Amazonia
 

Rua Segunda, S/N – Colônia Chicano
Santa Bárbara do Pará – Pará - Amazônia – Brasil - CEP 68798-000

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