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.

Edward Gaudette, Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Gaudette has over 20 years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial analysis and financial management. He has advised senior management in investment strategies, represented companies in critical Internal Revenue Service issues, and directed finance, accounting and contract departments. As CMI's CFO, Mr. Gaudette manages and directs all corporate financial functions. He prepares cost analysis and pricing models for federal and state government proposals and acts as a liaison to governmental regulatory agencies and the financial community. Mr. Gaudette is a Certified Public Accountant and holds an MBA from Babson College.

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.