Thursday, February 7, 2019

FEBRUARY - 4 Even 7 Day Weeks



by  C. Henry Adams


One day, a wise older man sat on a bench in a park when a young boy familiar with him while walking home from school, stop to greet him.   This is the conversation that ensued.

Young Boy:  Greetings Elder

Wise Older Man:   Hello Young Man, how are you?

Young Boy:  I'm well, just coming from school.

Wise Older Man:   Outstanding job, you have just completed the 1st seven even days.

With a puzzled look upon the child's head, he made this statement to the wise older man.

Young Boy: Seven is an odd number.  How many seven even days is it?

Wise Older Man: In this very short month, it is only 4.

So, I ask you;  what Month was it and to which day of the Month did this conversation allude to...?

If you answered February and proposed the day to be the 7th, you are correct.

Fore, there are (4) four seven day weeks in this month which equal to 28 even days.




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Monday, January 28, 2019

Monday Morning Contracting Tip (01/28/19)





Government Shutdown


What happens when the government decides to shut the government down again?  “Be Prepared”

I didn’t share much about the government shutdown during the shutdown because we were already in the shutdown, but I’d like to share some information about preparing for the next shutdown that we hope not to see in the next three weeks or so, but possible. There is a need to review the issues and challenges presented by shutdowns in order to remain prepared for what may come.

  • Be very familiar with the clauses incorporated in the terms and conditions of the contract awarded
  • Contractors must determine whether they will continue performing or stop work
    • A government shutdown is not a self-executing stop-work order
    • The shutdown itself does not suspend a company’s obligation to perform nor does it release the government its obligation to pay for performance   
    • It can be determined if the contractor’s work require any new appropriation or authorization of spending  
    • There’s also a need to identify whether critical government personnel, facilities and resources are available
  • It is important to have Direct contact with your Contracting Officer, if your contracting officer issues a stop-work order, then stop work and comply with the order.
    • If you do not receive a stop-work order, then you must consider (1) whether your contract is deemed required to support "exempt" government activities and (2) how your contract is funded.    



One important compliance requirement to understand, does your contract required to support activities exempt from the Anti-Deficiency Act?
Many of the legal complications of a government shutdown derive from the Anti-Deficiency Act, which makes it a crime to obligate the United States to spend funds that Congress has not previously appropriated.

There are some narrow exceptions: https://www.gao.gov/legal/appropriations-law-decisions/resources



All The Best
Dannie E. James Sr
JE Group LLC
Phone: 404-557-0027
Fax: 404-521-4018
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Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Understanding The BGFRS Beige Book



by C. Henry Adams

The acronym, ' BGFRS ' identifies Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

In 1970, the Red Book which is now called, the ' Beige Book ' was established under the leadership of US Ambassador & Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System - Arthur Frank Burns.

Unlike the illustration of a beige colored book shown above, this research information mentioned is actually recognized as the ' Summary of Commentary on Current Economic Conditions '.

There are approximately (12) twelve Federal Reserve Banks in the United States of America:

1)  Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
2)  Federal Reserve Bank of New York
3)  Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
4)  Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
5)  Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
6)  Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
7)  Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
8)  Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
9)  Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis
10)  Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
11)  Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
12) Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

...which report the following (8) eight circumstances:

A)  Summary of Economic Activity
B)  Employment and Wages
C)  Prices
D)  Consumer Spending
E)  Manufacturing and Distribution
F)  Services
G)  Real Estate and Construction
H)  Banking and Finance
This report is submitted (8) times per year.  Today is January 16th, 2019, thus the first of eight to be submitted for 2019.


  https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/beigebook201901.htm
 


As a Consultant since 1998 or for 21 years, I encourage you to learn more about the US Economy.

Well, these are my thoughts, what say you?

I welcome your comments.

Thanks!


C. Henry Adams
977 Montreal Rd
Box 1089
Clarkston, Georgia 30021
bienminc@gmail.com
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Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Humility Has The Uncanning Way Of Helping One Understand Write-Offs




by C. Henry Adams

First, I would like to thank God for allowing me to see this day, a day never before seen and once its gone; it will never reveal itself again. 

Why?  Because, it is yet the beginning of humility for those of us who seek its new cycle while being aware that we still dwell on Earth.

A ' write-off  ' define in this particular blog is one person who has experienced a level of hardship, whereas, others disregard his or her abilities by assuming that their incapability to arise above despair during a season is inevitable. Thus, Associates, Friends and even Family turn their backs against the less fortunate individual.

If you are a believer in God (or) if you choose to simply think that He does not exist, I can not fault you one way or another. But, sanity should not be define by one's actions to correct mistakes, nevertheless, by their in-actions to correct their errors in life.

Personal experiences has lead oneself to believe that there is certainly a force far greater than its own.

Thus, the point of this discussion must apply here.  If you elect to write-off an individual, understand their current fate in life is not unlike your own.

Perhaps, some of us just rise above adversity better than others.  If you choose to forsake them (Write-offs), then one day during these never before seen cycles, someone will forsake you. 

Just a thought, I welcome your comments. 

Thanks for reading this blog.





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Sunday, December 2, 2018

Not Just A Chess Game, But Wisdom From Youth



by C. Henry Adams


Recently, I had the opportunity to sat and play Chess with a wise young man at the age of 20 years old named, Kito Jones while in Downtown Atlanta, Georgia.   Prior to playing this particular opponent, I had the honor of playing Chess with other individuals.

Typically, because I have not played Chess in a number of years against any worthy or unworthy individual, instead of trash English talking in an attempt to 'Psych' my competitor out;  I often state the following excuse:

" I'm just practicing while playing Chess." 

But actually, I was really redirecting my mind to improve focus on creating 'Strategy'.

Nevertheless,  I was honored to recognized that young Kito Jones learned well from his own Father.  Kito told me that his Father started teaching him the Game of Chess at the age of 5 years old.

During a series of matches, he made some profound statements that any Father would be glad to hear.

He clearly understood that a loss is never a loss, unless you do not learn from it.

Perhaps, redirected - the above statement is a great life lesson learned when developing a successful venture of any kind.

When I asked Kito Jones to elaborate on the comment, he stated the following;

'When you learn from a loss, it becomes an experience.  Through experiences, perhaps you gain knowledge and wisdom.'I once heard  the following saying, 'Out of the mouths of babes, God speaks'.

Indeed he does in my professional opinion.   Well, these are my thoughts, what say you?

I'm C. Henry Adams, a Benefits Consultant.

Please feel free to give me a call at (404) 348-8319 to share your vocal response to this blog.

Please leave a voice mail message or text message with your authorization to share to the World.

Thanks!


C. Henry Adams
Benefits Advisor
Aflac
977 Montreal Rd
Box 1089
Clarkston, Georgia 30021
bienminc@gmail.com
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

C. H. Adams Resignation from Christ Community AME Church as a Member / Steward




"Taking the High Road out of Love & Respect"

November 11th 2018



Giving Honor to God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit; thank you for allowing me to see, yet another day on this Earth.

For 48 years of my short life span, I have been a member of an African Methodist Episcopal Church somewhere in the United States of America.  

Under the directions of my late parents' guidance, this particular Church developed me as an individual while helping to raise myself into Manhood.

Today, I stand as an American Citizen, Veteran of the USMC, Registered Voter,  Entrepreneur and man that know no boundaries when faced with adversity.

Since the year 2000, I've served in Christ Community AME Church as a Member, Trustee and finally a Steward.

I am grateful to Senior Pastor C. O Adams, Jr., his wife, immediate family, as well as, my Christ Community Church Family for the love, generosity and support shown to myself for 18 years.

Therefore, I tender my resignation effectively immediately as a Member and Officer while taking the high road with love and respect.

I sincerely pray that God will continue to bless this Church in its future endeavors.

Sincerely,
C. H. Adams


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Tuesday, October 16, 2018

Challenges In Contacting Background Check Websites To Request Removal





by  C. Henry Adams


5th of a multi-series of discussions in this manner.  (Character Assassination Attempts.)



As a Consultant, now going over 20 years or at least since 1998; I have not been without hardships.

As a Realist and Optimist, I realized life is short.  Each day that we have the chance or opportunity to just wake up to see another day is in itself a miracle.

So, why lie about individuals, people, organizations, companies or even countries that one obviously would know very little about?

This is the question that I asked myself when I recently read false, misleading information pertaining to my personal life on the Internet.

The web site is called, MyLife.com.  After reading about me, I stop and controlled my passions or emotions.   Something that I could not do years ago.

But, I guess today is a new day.

At this point in my life,  I have learn to fall.  Then, turn over and lay on my back where I have fallen.

Why?  Well,  if I can look up, perhaps, I can get back up again to be neither here nor there.  In other words keep moving while being on my way forward in life.






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Saturday, October 13, 2018

Casting Judgement Is A The Two - Edged Sword


by C. Henry Adams

4th of a multi-series of discussions in this manner.  (Character Assassination Attempts.)


The term 'conclude' has two meanings.   One meaning would be to arrive at a judgement or opinion by some sort of reasoning.  While the other meaning would bring an existence to an end.

So, perhaps it could be said, if you judge, you will be judged.   Therefore, the alternative is not to judge.

I've often heard that when people talk about a person whether it be positive or negative; it could elevate attention to the individual, group of people, organization or even a country to say the very least who has been targeted.

So, how you perceive (become aware of the attack), receive (suffer its affliction) and retrograde ( reverse the effects ) to a more affirmative action in your favor when a character assassination is attempted, takes time moving forward.

While it is a must to recognize immediately the attack; its equally important to address this onslaught in a methodological manner that must become proactive, as opposed to reactive in nature.

Believe it or not, to do so .... you must not conclude the opposing force against you or you would be concluded.

Instead, you must learn to reverberate positive energy as actions to counteract the incursion.

Just a thought.



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Friday, October 12, 2018

Talking About Professionally Opinionated Facts



by C. Henry Adams

3rd of a multi-series of discussions in this manner.  (Character Assassination Attempts.)


An opinion (Negative or Positive) can NOT be proven or disproved.   However, a fact can be proven or disapproved.  Thus, there lies slander.   < Please, carefully observe key terms written. >

Basically,  being critical of anyone, anything, group or organization could implement positive or even very negative consequences against the messenger.

But, what if you are the Target of the Messenger?

How do you REACT to untangle the web of lies mixed with truth based on opinion?

Answer:   You don't.   Why?   By doing so, you exponentiate or increase the Lies & possibly negative opinion of oneself.

So, what should you do?    Step quietly away from the matter, to pray and or meditate.  Think carefully regarding the cause while spiritually asking for a solution to resolve the issue as you relax calmly.

Sounds crazy?  Actually, its brilliant when one applies the proper discipline to overcome an obstacle in life.

Thus, there lies strategy.

Thanks!


C. Henry Adams
Benefits Advisor
Aflac
977 Montreal Rd
Box 1089
Clarkston, Georgia 30021
bienminc@gmail.com
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Thursday, October 11, 2018

If creating excuses for indicative behavior. Then, what about the lies told to pacify the actions?


by C. Henry Adams

2nd of a multi-series of discussions in this manner.  (Character Assassination Attempts.)


If creating excuses for indicative behavior. Then, what about the lies told to pacify the actions?

The above two statements can easily be taken out of context, therefore, this assertion is my disclaimer; not to be implied or accusing anyone including myself regarding this conversation.

In fact, I will actually utilize the third person poorly to make an example, while investigating a claim and making an indirect attempt to tell the truth.

But, 1st - you must know the truth, to be able to tell the truth.  The truth is; we are human.

We are not perfect and we have all made mistakes.

In this dialogue, it is my hopes, the readers learn from individuals' mistakes while avoiding an unnecessary fate in their lives as a result of them.

Here we go....

Truth: We have all made inadequate course of actions.

Fact: At some point in life, it is likely we have made an attempt to correct those poor selections and abstain from constantly repeating them.

A Professionally Opinionated Fact: Other people do not need to know all of the bad choices we made, (if) we are not showing signs of repeating them.

Question: So, what would someone need to know about you in particular? 

Answer:   Based on time and close observations which should be verifiable by FACTS while not LIES; one's overall character. 

Why? 

Fore, how you choose to conduct yourself around others or NOT around them is indeed your business or prerogative of its own.


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Wednesday, October 10, 2018

How Does One Prevail Against Character Assassination Attempts? - A New Journey 0n the Internet



By C. Henry Adams

1st of a multi-series of discussions in this manner.

A Creed To Prevail Against Character Assassination on the Internet & Anywhere....


Today, I woke up and saw the light from the Sun, our Star, then realize I made it to another day.  A day that I've never seen before and once its gone, I will never see it again.

This to me, is the first sign of survival in a World mixed with Good and Evil.

Today, because I have the power and know while humbly realizing that I have ability to think then, manifest things to be positive or negative in my life; I choose to be positive while good.

So, when one, whether it be a person, a group of people, an organization or any type of principality set out to destroy me while causing all manners of evil to befall upon me, I will in the end prevail.










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Friday, June 16, 2017

Extraordinary Sewing Group



by C. Henry Adams

In May of 2017 while visiting the Adams Center located on the campus of Christ Community AME Church in Clarkston, Georgia, I walked into a sewing class by happenstance.

Well, I did not think much of the ordinary looking class, until I sat down and listen to the extraordinary capabilities the group of professional women described.

It was quite amazing to hear of all the things made with a sewing machine.  Empowering youth, as well as, adults to learn this unique skill helps build the economy.

As a youth, my late Mother & Father use to say that there was nothing you could not accomplish, if only you put your mind to it.  Operating a sewing machine effectively could be a form of income.

That being said, feel free to click on the audio or video version of C. Henry Blogs and share your thoughts.

Thanks!

C. Henry Adams

C. Henry Blogs Audio and Video Production of the article is entitled, " Extraordinary Sewing Group".

This production features:
1) Rochelle Laurino
2) Sheila Boddie
3) VJ Jackson
4) Ruth Staples
5) Clarice Martin

This production was sponsored by Empathy, a private practice and licensed professional counseling service.  Call (404) 781-1287  Availability: Monday-Saturday  Counseling Services for Depression, Substance Abuse & Marital Problems   Location: 3350 Riverwood Drive Atlanta, Ga 30339

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Thanks!


C. Henry Adams
Benefits Advisor
Aflac
977 Montreal Rd
Box 1089
Clarkston, Georgia 30021
bienminc@gmail.com
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Monday, May 29, 2017

A Will To Grow Any Business Model


By C. Henry Adams


Part 2 of  ' Ignorance is Bliss , but not in Commerce '  - A Business Development Series From A Very Different Perspective.

Mentor-ship is an important aspect of Commerce, as well as, life in general.  It should not be taken for granted.  The need for experienced voices in the expansion of your organization is important.

Now that we've gotten your attention regarding how "Not" to mentor.  Which some would say, " C. Henry is putting the cart before the horse, "   My reply:  Not so...

Nevertheless, let's examine a process which will eventually become a continual cycle in the art of performing trade.

The objective of this article is to possess a ' Will ' to grow in any business model.

Let's say, that your "Will" is motivated by some action, event or thought in your life, as well as, others who might join you in a venture.

Broadly speaking, there are two types of motivation.

1) Positive Motivation -  A rewarding technique of sorts for accomplishing certain tasks.

2) Negative Motivation - Behavior is motivated by anticipation or fear that an undesirable outcome will result from not performing or any other instance not positive.

Nevertheless, after this particular recognition, there is a 'State of Mind' to be examine in becoming a Proprietor.

To start a business, perhaps, you might consider carrying out (3) three stages of development  as a result of one or both said motivations mentioned above:

Stage 1 -  Think & Dream about your Business.

Stage 2 -   Know what you are getting into before you get into it. 

a)  Research
b)  Study
c)  Properly assess it legally and calculate the cost to the best of your knowledge
d)  Prepare to change or improve your prospective on life as you learn to interact with many different people.

Stage 3 - Weight your options.  Improve your personal credit before taking on a venture.  Encourage partners to follow in the same manner.  Then, implement it.

Note:  A successful business venture requires a detail oriented person to interact with it.  This is just one of the many 'hats of responsibility' you will possess.  But remember, if you have a will to grow any business model, success will make you eminent.

Well, these are my thoughts, what say you?  Thanks for reading our blogs and part 2 of...
" Ignorance is Bliss, but not in Commerce "  - A Business Development Series From A Very Different Perspective.

Thanks!


C. Henry Adams
Benefits Advisor
Aflac
977 Montreal Rd
Box 1089
Clarkston, Georgia 30021
bienminc@gmail.com
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Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Promotion Ceremony of Tina H. Miller to Lieutenant Colonel





by C. Henry Adams

On Saturday, November 26th 2016, I had the opportunity to experience the promotion ceremony of Major Tina H. Miller to Lieutenant Colonel ("Lt. Col.") in the United States Army located in the City of Newnan, Georgia.

In 1988, Lt. Col Tina H. Miller graduated from Newnan High School in Newnan, Georgia.  She then enroll into Morris Brown College and by November of 1989 enlisted into the US Army as a Combat Medic and served during the Gulf War.

Later after several Conflicts, she returned to Morris Brown College to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Early
Childhood Education.  From 1989 to 2016, 27 years, she worked her way upwards from a Enlisted Soldier to become an Officer with a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership.

Today, as Lt. Col., she serves as the Deputy Secretary of the General Staff in the Command Group, United States Army Reserve Command (USARC).

Lt. Col. Tina H. Miller is a prime example of what my late Mother & Father often told me growing up.  That was, " You can achieve anything in life, if you put your mind to it."   Well, those are my thoughts, what say you?

Thanks for reading, viewing and listening to BIE MG Blogs. 

I'm C. Henry Adams your Commentator.





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Tuesday, February 14, 2017

2017 Valentine's Day: Know That You Are Loved




by C. Henry Adams


This morning, I woke up and saw that it was a new day.

Fore, it is considered Valentine's Day in the USA.

I thank God for allowing us to see, yet another day, never before as it seem.

So, when it goes away tonight,  you and I will never again experience it like we did this very moment with gleam.

But, God says show unconditional love this very day and everyday with the upmost respect for him above.

Please continue to be blessed on this special day and a blessing to others in your own way belove.

May you find peace, happiness and solace knowing you are loved.

Happy Valentine's Day.


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Sunday, February 12, 2017

Bid / No-Bid



Monday Morning Contracting Tips


by Dannie E. James Sr

JE Group LLC
Phone: 404-557-0027
www.jegroupllc.com

Did you ever wonder why some companies have higher win rates than others?
You might think at first that these companies have smarter people who are better trained at proposal writing, better proposal development processes, and maybe newer tools to help them write winning proposals. That may not be the reason for their success. Success may be more to do with executive decision-making on Bid/No-Bid Decision – Making.

  • The organization has an established process for effectively evaluating the government’s solicitation, assessing risks against opportunities, and deciding whether to submit a proposal or not.
  • The bid/no-bid decision process is standardized throughout the organization and is mandatory for all opportunities.
  • The bid/no-bid decision process is well documented, and some portions may be automated.
  • The bid/no-bid decision process results in a final decision about whether to bid on the project and a formal document justifying the decision.
  • Senior organizational managements, both functional and program, are involved in providing input and approval of key bid/no-bid decisions and documents.
  • The team responsible for the bid/no-bid decision process includes representatives from Subject Matter Experts (SME) and other functional areas of the organization.
  • The bid/no-bid decision process is fully integrated with other organizational process, such as cost management, engineering and program management.
  • The bid/no-bid decision process includes an integrated assessment of risks that involves identifying analyzing, and mitigating project risks.
  • The organization uses efficiency and effectiveness metrics in systematic evaluations of the bid/no-bid decision process
  • The organization adopts lessons learned and best practices as methods for continuously improving the bid/no-bid decision.

The only way the Bid/No-Bid Decision – Making process work is that your organization must create a pipeline of opportunities. If there’s a Pipeline of opportunities, there’s time to ensure the Bid/no-bid process is implemented and executed properly. “Make the right decision to Bid or No Bid”. 




All The Best 



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Saturday, February 11, 2017

The McCrae Family Response



By C. Henry Adams

On Monday, January 30th 2017 with little fanfare and much love, I accompanied the McCrae Family and Friends alone with a Fraternal Order of Brothers and Sisters to journey from the Metro Atlanta area ( Decatur, Georgia ) and Macon, Georgia to Dougherty County, Georgia ( the City of Albany ).   

This was an effort made by John and Dot McCrae to assist victims of the South Georgia Natural Disaster that occurred on Sunday, January 22nd 2017 claiming several lives while displacing many others.

Their mission was simple; feed the victims and first responders a hot meal, give away clothing, care packages and additional food with love.

With the help of Family Members, Friends, Churches, Civic Organizations and Small Business(es) they accomplished their goal and showed great admiration with outstanding support.

If you never experienced a natural disaster up close and personal, be thankful.  Fore, the experience whether you are a survivor, first responder or volunteer is not easy to forget.

The definition of surreal is quite simple.  Fore, it is the occurrence of something that appears unreal, unusual, weird and in other words,  a state of being that is not normal.

I make reference to the term surreal to warn the readers that once you step foot into a disaster area or even a war zone of destruction, you could likely be effected by it psychologically.

Nevertheless, if the Spirit of God instructs you to give a helping to others, perhaps you ought to listen. 

Why?  Well, the life you may help save, may very well be your own.   I know that sounds a little creepy, but do not take it to mean something in a bad manner.

Why?  Being blessed and returning your blessings by helping others only makes you stronger and better.

Paying it forward for someone else, will return to you one day when you least expect it.

Well, these are my thoughts, what say you? 

Thanks for reading, viewing and listening to BIE MG Blogs. 

I'm C. Henry Adams your Commentator.




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Sunday, December 11, 2016

Is the Government meeting their overall Goals?



Monday Morning Contracting Tips

by Dannie E. James Sr
JE Group LLC
Phone: 404-557-0027
www.jegroupllc.com

Often you will see that the Government do well meeting their Overall Goals but many agencies are not meeting the goals set within their individual agency’s goals.   

SBA utilizes the agency information reflected on the Small Business Goaling Report to prepare its annual Small Business Procurement Scorecard for the federal agencies. The annual Small Business Goaling Report is generated by taking a snap-shot of data from the Federal Procurement Data System Next Generation (FPDS-NG) on a certain date. FPDS-NG is a dynamic database, and agencies can change historical information if the details of a contract have changed. Often times DOD contracts data is delayed by 90 days to protect operations tempo.

Eligible Dollars, as stipulated in the Small Business Act, are the total value of all prime contract awards made in a fiscal year minus any awards that are covered under exclusions.

2015 Small Business, Small Disadvantage Business (8)a, Women Owned, Service Disable Veteran Owned and HUBZone Businesses are all Goal Categories listed below. Overall the government did well across the government, HUBZone goals continue to be a challenge for the government to meet.   

Government Wide - Overall Goals and Actual
Goal Category
Eligible Dollars
Actual Dollars
Goals %
Actual %
Small Business
$354.1B
$91.4B
23%
25.81%
Small Disadvantage Business
$354.1B
$35.7B
5%
10.07%
Women Owned
$354.1B
$17.9B
5%
5.06%
Service Disabled Veteran Owned
$354.1B
$14.0B
3%
3.96%
Certified HUBZone
$354.1B
$6.5B
3%
1.83%



All The Best 




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Understanding Global Systemically Important Bank Holding Companies (G-SIBs)

by C. Henry Adams


While reading a press release dated December 9th 2016 released at 12:00 pm EST - from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, whereas, it stated the following:

"The Federal Reserve Board on Friday, December 9th 2016 announced the approval of technical amendments to its rule that identifies global systemically important bank holding companies (GSIBs) and requires those firms to hold additional amounts of risk-based capital to avoid restrictions on capital distributions and discretionary bonus payments.".

We were curious to know how many  (GSIBs) Global Systemically Important Bank Holding Companies exist in the World today, so, we researched that information to gain insight.


We learned there were at least (34) thirty-four of these types of bank holding companies in the World as we know it today. 

Please see the list below:

1) Mizuho FG     320 Park Avenue, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10022, USA Tel. (1)212-209-9300.
2) Sumitomo Mitsui    277 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10172, U.S.A.. Phone. (1)212-224-4000. Facsimile. 1- (212) 593-9522
3) Mitsubishi UFJ FG    1221 Avenue of the Americas, 6th Floor, New York, NY
4) Bank of China    NEW YORK CHINATOWN BRANCH 42 EAST BROADWAY,NEW YORK, NY 10002, U.S.A.
5) ICBC    202 Canal Street, New York City, NY 10013
6) Agricultural Bank of China     277 Park Ave, 30th Floor, New York, NY, 10172. Telephone: (1)212-888-8998.


7) China Construction Bank      1095 Avenue of the Americas, 33rd Floor New York, NY 10036
8) Dexia Group    445 Park Ave #500, New York, NY 10022

9) BNP Paribas (Bank of the West)   118 Elm St Spooner, WI 54801  (1)715-635-2161

10) Crédit Agricole    1301 Avenue of the Americas, NY 10019, New York  (1)212-261-7000

11) Banque Populaire CE   ( No address found in the USA )

12) Société Générale    1221 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS, 10020 NEW YORK

13) Commerzbank      225 Liberty Street New York, NY 10281-1050. USA. Telephone. (1)212-266-7200.

14) Deutsche Bank    60 Wall Street. New York, NY, USA. Telephone:  (1)212-250-2500.

15) Unicredit Group   150 East 42 Street 29th and 32nd Floors New York, NY10017 Tel: (1)212-672-6000

16) ING Bank      1133 Avenue of the Americas  New York, NY 10036

17) Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria    1345 6th Ave, New York, NY 10105

18) Santander    75 State Street Boston, Massachusetts 02109 USA

19) Nordea  1211 Avenue of the Americas 23rd Floor New York, NY 10036 United States  (1)212-318-9300

20) Credit Suisse  11 Madison Avenue 24th Floor New York, NY 10010 United States  (1)212-325-2000

21) UBS      1285 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019  (1)212-713-2000

22) Royal Bank of Scotland    1285 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019   (1)212-713-2000

23) Barclays  745 Seventh AvenueNew York, NY 10019  Phone: (1)212-526-7000

24) HSBC   452 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10018 Tel: (1)212-525-5000

25) Lloyds Banking Group  1095 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10036 34th Floor Tel: (1)212-450-0800

26) Standard Chartered   1095 Avenue of the Americas  New York, NY 10036 USA Tel: (1)212-667-0700


Note: Out of the 34 Global Bank Holding Companies, (8) eight are United States based companies.
An Asterisk ( " * "  ) has been placed by the eight US Organizations seen below these statements.
There are (25) twenty-five Foreign-based Companies of the 34 G-SIBs ( Global Bank Holding Companies  ) observed that have address in the United States of America.

 (  We are confident the remaining bank holding companies mentioned below have address in the United States of America.  So, we did not bother to identify them in relationship to the Federal Reserve System Press Release mentioned above. )

27) Bank of America *
28) Bank of New York Mellon *
29) Citigroup *
30) Goldman Sachs *
31) JP Morgan Chase *
32) Morgan Stanley *
33) State Street *
34) Wells Fargo *


Now, before we continue, according to the National Information Center, a bank holding company is ; "A company that owns and/or controls one or more U.S. banks or one that owns, or has controlling interest in, one or more banks. A bank holding company may also own another bank holding company, which in turn owns or controls a bank; the company at the top of the ownership chain is called the top holder. The Board of Governors is responsible for regulating and supervising bank holding companies, even if the bank owned by the holding company is under the primary supervision of a different federal agency (OCC or FDIC)"

It is true that possessing knowledge is power, perhaps,  the proper way to utilize that ability to act requires common sense.  Thus, the following questions come to mind:

1)  As a US Small Business Owner or Individual, are we allowed to invest in all (34) thirty-four Global Bank Holding Companies mentioned above in some way, form or fashion?  Could this investment be in a small or large amount of funds?

2)  Do all (34) thirty-four Global Bank Holding Companies have offices in the United States of America?

3)  What Organizations out of the (34) thirty-four Global Bank Holding Companies mentioned above are regulated by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System in the United States?
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Well, these are our thoughts, what say you?   Thanks for reading our blogs!    1(404)348-8319


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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

UNDERSTANDING THE TREATMENT OF TEAMING OR PARTNERING BETWEEN CONTRACTORS


Monday Morning Contracting Tips

by Dannie E. James Sr
JE Group LLC
Phone: 404-557-0027
www.jegroupllc.com


How teaming relationships are defined and treated by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Small Business Administration (SBA) and Defense Contracting Audit Agency (DCAA) for their purposes, as well as an in-depth discussion of the circumstances in which teaming arrangements can compete for government contracts and the requirements teaming arrangements must meet before receiving contracts.  

For many procurements, the formation of a teaming relationship by two or more contractors is the only feasible means by which the U.S. Federal Government can obtain the required supplies or services. Similarly, in many instances, forming a teaming arrangement is the only way some contractors can compete for a procurement. This is particular true for small businesses. Many small businesses are attempting to team with large business and used the large business GSA Schedule. This is only possible if both companies are in possession of a GSA Schedule.   

How does General Service Administration (GSA) views teaming?
  
Contractor Team Arrangements
Under a Contractor Team Arrangement (CTA), two or more GSA Schedule contractors work together to meet ordering activity needs. By complementing each other's capabilities, the team offers a total solution to the ordering activity's requirement, providing a win-win situation for all parties. This is the only way two or more companies can team together on a GSA opportunity.

All The Best

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Sunday, October 23, 2016

Breast Cancer Awareness In Atlanta, Ga


by C. Henry Adams

Did you know that Breast Cancer is the most common cancer that Women of the United States could possibly get, after skin cancer?

Well, I did not know until one of my Business Mentors whom I conduct commerce with - "tricked me" (LOL) or I should I say inadvertently invited me to attend a Breast Cancer Event at the Historical  M. W. Prince Hall Grand Lodge East located on Auburn Ave. in Atlanta, Georgia; while the Atlanta Falcons, played the San Diego Chargers at the Georgia Dome on Sunday, October 23rd 2016.

To my surprise, it truly was a honor to hear Retired US Army Sgt. Major Tunya Bails give her account of how she overcame breast cancer. In fact, she received a standing ovation from the audience which consist mostly of Women.  As a male, I truly learn a lot from Sgt. Major Bails shared testimony.  I feel she is a Lady that is blessed and is a blessing to others.

She encourage the audience to do their research on any illness diagnosed.  She also encourage everyone to keep the faith, stay positive and surround themselves with people who truly are willing to give of himself or herself through actions, as opposed to words during such an illness.  She mentioned being told that she should have died in one instant of her lecture.  She mentioned how she planned her funeral, but it was obvious that this Beautiful Lady had a Strong Will and desire to Live.  She also had Family and Friends in her life to encourage her...

After hearing this Great Breast Cancer Survivor (Retired Sgt. Tunya Bails) and the reading of poetry; I sorta slipped out the Lodge to catch the Falcons & Chargers game.  I wish I had stayed.  (LOL) But, I thank the Atlanta Falcons and San Diego Chargers for supporting the Fight Against Breast Cancer and I gained more understanding of how important it is to help defeat the battle against Cancer overall. Well, these are my thoughts, what say you? Thanks for reading our blogs!







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Monday, October 17, 2016

The Success to Responding to a Request for Proposal (RFP) is understanding what’s in the RFP.

Monday Morning Contracting Tips

 

Dannie E. James Sr
JE Group LLC
Phone: 404-557-0027
www.jegroupllc.com
 

Regardless of the complexity, the solicitation package normally provides the following information:

·        Statement of Work (SOW)
·        Contract type and method
·        Terms and Conditions
·        Evaluating procedures
·        Instructions for preparing and submitting proposals 
           ·        Other relevant information

The SOW is likely the single most important document in the solicitation package. The SOW is the document that describes the goods or services required in sufficient detail to provide potential offerors with a complete understanding of the requirement.


Generally, there are three basic types of SOWs:
·        Design
·        Performance
·        Functional

The differences among them relate to the degree to which the requirement is defined and explained, from specific to general. Each type of SOW has its own advantages and disadvantages, and SOWs often reflect elements of all three basic types in order to completely describe the requirement.


SOWs rarely fall neatly into one of these three types. Most SOWs reflect characteristics of at least two, if not all three SOW types in order to adequately describe the requirement.   


All The Best!

 



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Is It Sunset 2016 for Frederick Douglass High School In Atlanta, Georgia?



by C. Henry Adams

Seriously, is it the 'Sunset'  for Frederick Douglass High School in Atlanta, Georgia as a result of the State of Georgia OSD or Opportunity Schools District concept possibly becoming law of the land?  In my lifetime, I recall driving by where once stood Collier Heights Elementary School and to my shock, it no longer exist in its original form.  Click here to download the PDF regarding current reports of OSD Eligible Schools in the State of Georgia via County from the year 2013 up to 2015: http://www.southerneducation.org/Publications/OSD-Eligible-Schools-Updated-05032016.aspx

I grew up in the historical (4) four Quadrant area of the Community of Collier Heights in Atlanta, Ga, whereas, my home was located in Quadrant 2 of the now diminished Collier Heights Community; a lot of shocking changes have now occurred.

For those of you reading this blog and scratching your forehead attempting to figure out what it is that I'm speaking of when I state, " Sunset "; I'm simply referring to the end of an institution of learning.

As an Alumni of Frederick Douglass High School, I can not sat here and state that I or others did not see the possibility of this occurrence, because that statement would not be true.

Furthermore, as of May 3rd 2016, Atlanta Public Schools reported in a News Release that only 7 of 26 schools on the OSD or opportunity schools district list escaped that fate here:  http://www.atlanta.k12.ga.us/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=58172&ViewID=7b97f7ed-8e5e-4120-848f-a8b4987d588f&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=53795&PageID=49128

Unfortunately, Frederick Douglass High School was not one of the (7) seven schools listed.

So, you might ask, what is the big deal?

To answer your question, I would simply state that CCRPI is the big deal.

CCRPI stands for College and Career Ready Performance Index.  Basically, it is a comprehensive school improvement, accountability, and communication platform for all educational stakeholders that will promote college and career readiness for all State of Georgia public school students.

Unfortunately, it is the belief of individuals in the State of Georgia that because this High School is located in a mostly lower income Community, whereas, the 'mental mindset' there does not appear to have the ability to help educate the young people to become prepared for College or even working as Skilled Trade; they will likely not excel well in life as they move forward.

Any public school, whether it be Elementary, Middle or High School in the State of Georgia that has an overall score below 60 is in danger of being taken over by the State of Georgia Government.

According to Georgia's Education Standard Index (CCRPI), Frederick Douglass High has not improved within the last (3) three years regarding testing overall.

Furthermore, on August 12th 2015, Atlanta Public Schools - Dr. Meria Carstarphen wrote in a blog the efforts to be made in attempt to save the 26 schools from the take over.  By the way, she mentioned hiring Erin Hames, one of the individuals who crafted the OSD for the State of Georgia Government.

But, recent speculation of Atlanta Public Schools Management regarding the 26 Failing Schools it possess, indicates those particular Schools who continue to under perform would likely be shut down or closed.

Thus, Frederick Douglass High School, a once magnet school and school of excellence current situation.

So, what other plans should be considered for Frederick Douglass High School?

Perhaps the following:

1)  Frederick Douglass High School could become Frederick Douglass Charted High School assisted by Alumni.

2)  Frederick Douglass High School could become the New Morris Brown College Campus.

(or)

3) Frederick Douglass High School and Morris Brown College could merge together forming a unique and professional bond to help change the mindsets of the poverty stricken individuals in Atlanta, Georgia.

Well, its just a thought.  So, what say you?  Thanks for reading our blogs!





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