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CMI CEO Abe Abraham Provides Small Business Insights in Entrepreneur Magazine

Abraham's insights on succeeding as a small business were captured in an Entrepreneur Magazine 'For the People' article by Joshua Kurlantzick on February 2006. The article provides suggestions from several prominent small business leaders, as well as resources to assist small businesses.

Abraham knows first hand what it takes after starting in his Springfield home and growing his company CMI Management, Inc. to over 600 employees and 500 contractors. CMI and Abraham have been repeatedly recognized for growth and leadership- recognized by Washington Technology Fast 50, Washington Smart CEO Future 50, and Minority Enterprise Advocate 50 Influential Minorities in Business.

In the article, Abraham reminds small business owners that "so many things stack up against the little guy." Even after he was approved as a government contractor he was getting aced out by larger firms. The savvy approach for Abraham's successful awards of large government contracts was the hiring of a full-time proposal writer. He suggests that "you need to get the capital to have people focused on contracting full-time."

Abraham is committed to mentoring and assisting small businesses and disadvantaged businesses and makes it part of his regular work week to support up-and-coming organizations. Abraham also partners with large businesses as part of his approach to win contracts and best meet client needs. Strong partnerships are a key to success. Through its partners, CMI provides contract services under 8(a), SDB, woman-owned, HubZone, and ANC vehicles.

About CMI Management, Inc.

CMI Management, Inc. is a proven provider of efficient business, technology and facilities management solutions designed to help government and commercial clients reduce operational costs, operate at optimum performance and access the information needed for daily and long-term productivity. With over 600 employees and 500 subcontractor staff in over 70 locations nationwide, our clients, employees, partners and community recognize CMI for providing measurable quality, long-term results and personalized service with integrity. www.cmimgmt.com 703.738.5300