What is amaZulu?
Founded in 2002 by President and CEO Claire Evans, amaZulu, Inc. imports natural and synthetic materials from around the world for architects, designers, general contractors and project managers to specify in their projects. We search the world to source a wide range of USDA approved rapidly renewable natural thatch, construction grade bamboo, and eucalyptus timber for solutions in construction. We've hand selected manufacturers who produce our eco-friendly, high quality, synthetic roofing materials to present a dynamic list of options when considering the environment. We are specified frequently for a very specialized market in themed parks, zoos, resorts, restaurants, hotels, and residential projects.
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Claire Evans, President
In 2002, Claire founded amaZulu, Inc. with the vision to be recognized as the leader in supplying natural and architectural materials to clients who understand the need to be environmentally accountable. Born in Zimbabwe, Claire was raised in South Africa, and came to the United States as a highly accomplished sales professional through a former employer, Intel. Ultimately, her work and time in the US opened new doors and she began a journey to fulfill her aspirations and strong belief in being resource responsible, while creating economic opportunities to reduce poverty domestically and internationally.
Under Claire’s leadership, amaZulu, Inc. participated in two Extreme Makeover projects, an HGTV project, as well as Trading Spaces. amaZulu was certified as a woman-owned operation in 2003. The company continues to flourish with significant milestones in growing global client relationships and partnering with international growers and USA Manufacturers.
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Ginger Simpson, Chief Operating Officer
Ginger oversees the daily operation activities, including amaZulu’s next level of achievement to become a recognized leader in the industry. Concentrating on business development by expanding relationships across all sectors of the company, Ginger is focused on sound fiscal management, improving brand recognition, customer engagement and raising annual revenues.
A retired Navy Master Chief Petty Officer, Ginger’s leadership and management experience is complemented with a dual Masters degree in Business Administration and Human Resource Management. Her corporate experience includes 10 years in Human Resources at FedEx, then 5 years at Workstream Inc. a software company that provides talent management solutions, as the Vice President of Human Resources, then as Vice President of Corporate Operations.
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Anwar Latib, Sales Manager
Anwar spent five years working with two of South Africa’s largest timber procurement and preservation industry leaders before starting his own business in the same field. As owner of a timber preservation plant, Anwar performed every dimension of the industry, working with Creosote, Copper, Chrome, Arsenate and Boron treatments. He serviced many government contracts and supplied materials for projects in Africa and overseas, earning a reputation with the Bureau of Standards for meeting the highest quality performance measures.
After operating the business for 12 years, Anwar sold the company and relocated to the United States. He worked with an allied firm in shipping, warehousing, accounting and finally in sales where he enjoyed the opportunity to work with every type of customer: homeowner to builder; landscaper to designer; architect to buyer. Anwar joined amaZulu in 2005 as the company Sales Manager where his efficiency, work ethic and product knowledge is a sensational complement to Claire’s skill sets.
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Joel Robbins, Warehouse Manager
A retired Navy Lieutenant Commander, and technical college instructor, “Buddy” brings an additional 10 years of experience in fabricating unique projects in themed construction from The Nassal Company and Cinnabar. Buddy serves as amaZulu’s warehouse and shipping manager where he coordinates international container delivery, inventory control, and timely order fulfillment. The terrific combination of themed construction and fabrication knowledge as well as his shipping and receiving experience enable amaZulu, Inc. to deliver on our reputation of exceptional client service.
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Diane Cooper, Office Manager
Diane’s multifaceted background in finance, business administration and marketing strengthen the collective skills of the amaZulu staff. As the Office Manager, Diane conducts the daily business administration and accounting for the company. She began her career as an Accounts Payable Clerk and never looked back. Starting two businesses which are still in existence today, for over 35 years she’s held positions as Business Manager for a formidable car dealer, advertising company and non-profit organization, as well as Assistant Controller for a home builder and realty company.
Diane volunteers as a Crisis Advocate in the central Florida tri-county area, and is responsible for spear-heading a program to include all of Lake County’s public school students in an annual letter writing campaign for our Military troops.
