Who we Are

Our Story

The name Manaus is inspired by our president’s hometown, a Brazilian city lying in the heart of the Amazon forest.

Manaus represents the possibility of development and increased welfare for its population while growing sustainably and consciously in the middle of one of the most biodiverse environments on earth.

Since the start the Manaus team has sought out opportunities to increase social impact using a holistic approach and combines data-driven methods and human-centered design.

Our Values

Value 1: Beneficiary-Focused Work

We do all our work with the beneficiary at the forefront. We believe that real change starts with prioritizing the voices and experiences of those impacted by the results. 

Value 2: Evidence-Driven Results

We believe in the power of both qualitative and quantitative data in impactful decision-making. Understanding and utilizing information available allows for work that reduces bias and increases impact for beneficiaries. 

Value 3: Teamwork and Collaboration 

We leverage diverse strengths, experiences, and expertise to drive high-quality, high-impact work. 

Value 4: Delivery Excellence 

We strive to produce consistent, high quality work that not only meet, but surpasses expectations.