CMI’s leadership is experienced and committed to exceptional quality and client satisfaction. We have an open door policy and encourage employees to communicate freely with management. Through teamwork and shared values we aid in our clients’ successes while adding to our own achievements.

Our team operates with a lean performance-based structure to encourage innovation and attention to the needs of clients and employees alike.

Abe Abraham, President and Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Abraham is President and CEO of CMI. He founded the company in 1989, successfully guiding it through the SBA 8(a) program and cultivating it into a thriving firm. Mr. Abraham and CMI have been recognized across the industry – featured in the Washington Business Journal, ranked as the 11th fastest growing company in Washington Technology “Fast 50,” named to Washington Smart CEO “Future 50” list, named one of the Nation's 50 Most Influential Minorities in Business by MBPN, and featured in the Black Enterprise “Top 100” list for three consecutive years. Mr. Abraham also recently received CMI’s third Northern Virginia Business Success award.

Mr. Abraham works with large and small businesses across the country to galvanize solid business relationships and partner on contract opportunities. He works with customers and potential customers to assess their needs and develop high quality, innovative service solutions that are timely and cost effective.

Prior to his work at CMI, Mr. Abraham served as staff Vice President, Marketing and Industry Services of BOMA International and Merchandising Manager for Better Homes and Garden Magazine. Abraham received his BA from Baldwin-Wallace College and MBA from Northwest Missouri State University.

Azzi Abraham, Chief Operating Officer

Ms. Abraham brings a breadth of management experience from the World Bank, American Export Group and Better Homes & Gardens Publishing Company. She leads CMI's Human and Corporate Resources with her distinct and instinctive ability to recognize, place and develop talented employees. She oversees all HR policies and procedures, and helps develop training and performance measures. Ms. Abraham provides continual leadership on growth strategies and facilitates the development of a professional, diverse and respectful workplace. Her attention to detail and sensitivity to the individual needs of our staff contribute greatly to the vision and success of CMI. Ms. Abraham earned her MBA from Northwest Missouri State University and holds numerous certifications, including Sarbanes-Oxley Control Self-Assessment, Training the Trainers, Building a Respectful Work Environment, Financial Products and Delivery, and Earned Value Management.

Shason Yavari, VP Administration

Mr. Yavari is responsible for the day-to-day administration of CMI, ensuring efficient operations and a quality delivery of services. He provides for a healthful, safe and secure office environment; acts as signatory authority; manages Network and Technology resources; supports contractual agreements; and develops and administers mechanisms for operational efficiency and growth. Mr. Yavari has handled all aspects of operations in his experience with CMI, from accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll management, contract administration, business development, and information technology management. Mr. Yavari began his career as Communication Manager at Bordali Enterprises.

Dwight Evans, Program Manager

Mr. Evans serves as Program Manager for CMI managing relationships with Government representatives and providing oversight to our contract sites. He is responsible for ensuring all deliverables are submitted to clients in a timely and correct format while supervising activities at multiple sites.

Mr. Evans retired from the U. S. Navy after twenty years of service. Mr. Evans began his military career as a hospital corpsman and had numerous promotions to include Senior Medical Representative for 1100 Marines. He retired as Command Senior Chief, Military Sealift Command, Washington, D.C. In his last position he was responsible for ensuring all issues pertaining to enlisted personnel were addressed as well as other duties for medical programs for 130 afloat medical departments.

After retirement, Mr. Evans served as Newark District Site Manager for the INS Records Services Support contract. Mr. Evans was directly responsible for all daily site operations. These responsibilities included management and staffing, coordinating work with local INS Management, site COTR, Quality Control contractor and Functional Area Supervisors to ensure tasks and priorities were met.

Philip Prado, Director of Business Development

Mr. Prado heads the business development department for CMI Management, Inc. He is in charge of managing business opportunities; building relationships with potential teaming partners; managing the overall proposal process, and expanding CMI’s information technology, program management, administrative support services, and records management programs. He brings a wealth of expertise to CMI, with over 30 years of comprehensive business development experience in the fields of Federal contracting and proposals, including areas such as information technology, life sciences, engineering, and construction. Mr. Prado values teamwork, a CMI core value, as a key element to successful business development.

Before joining CMI, Mr. Prado held several positions, including working for large companies such as IBM and Lockheed Martin. As an independent capture and proposal management consultant with a high win rate, his clients included well-known players in the field of Government contracting, including IBM, Lockheed Martin, Maersk and RTI International.

Gene Vo, Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Vo oversees CMI’s accounting and finance department and handles a range of financial matters for the company, including treasury, budget, taxes, government compliance, and external audit selection and coordination. Mr. Vo brings over 13 years experience in accounting and finance to his role at CMI and has a track record in SEC reporting and successfully transitioning and managing the accounting and finance operations of high-tech growth companies and Government contractors. Mr. Vo is a graduate of the University of MD and is an active CPA. Before joining the CMI team, he held various positions, most recently as Controller of Eloqua Ltd and as Director of Financial Operations of Povo Corporation.

Selena Mims, Human Resources Director

Ms. Mims brings over 10 years of Human Resources experience with extensive experience in strategic human resources management. She has an in-depth background in HR compliance, employee relations, and workforce planning and employment. Ms. Mims plays a key role in recruiting, on-boarding, management of talents, and the transition of personnel on all Federal contracts. She has held various positions for which she is responsible for ensuring that contracts meet staffing requirements at all times. Ms. Mims holds an MBA with an emphasis in human resource management and is an HRCI-certified senior professional in human resources (SPHR). She has been a member of the Society for Human Resources (SHRM) for 10 years.