OUR
MINISTRY
Get to know ACI a little bit more and meet our decorated team.
Since 1989, our ministry has assisted churches with all their organizational and structural growth needs. Back when the IRS compliance issues for churches were unheard of, our team of professionals had the wisdom and insight to keep churches safe from compliance attacks.
Under the banner and umbrella corporation, ACI, we began assisting churches and Pastors in understanding IRS compliance issues, sound bookkeeping and accounting practices, financial planning, technology and financing for church building projects.
Since then we have successfully represented churches and Pastors in disputes with the IRS, set up tax exemptions, incorporations, 501(c)3 status, compensation agreements, and troubleshoot any potential tax challenges.
Our compliance division has helped many churches move from fiscal chaos and liability to fiscal soundness using generally acceptable accounting principles, bookkeeping services, and internal control systems and payroll services.
Our financing and development division has secured millions of dollars in financing for churches and residential projects both across the nation and extensively on the east coast. At ACI, we are specialists in meeting the financing and project needs of the churches and communities which includes the building of sanctuaries, mortgage refinancing, property acquisition, new construction of community and day care centers, and residential housing. At ACI, we are sensitive and committed to the growth of communities, ministries, and the Kingdom of God!
OUR TEAM
KEVIN ELLISON DCom CEO
Dr. Ellison is the Founder of American Christian Institute, E & S Associates, American Financial Tax Consultants, Inc. and the Amerifin Group. Dr. Ellison has a specialty in the structuring and development of retirement programs and benefit packages. Dr. Ellison has over 25 years experience in the financial service industry, is multi-licensed, and was a registered representative with the National Association of Securities Dealers.
Dr. Ellison has developed relationships with over 30 leading financial service firms and financial institutions in the country throughout his career. Through these relationships, he has received many awards of recognition for outstanding achievements. One most notable achievement was being ranked among the top twenty agents nationally at Karr-Barth Associates, which is one of several firms he has contracted.
Dr. Ellison has received an honorary doctorate in Commerce (DCom). Dr. Ellison has undergone formal education at Temple University, where he majored in Marketing and Finance and completed Dale Carnegie’s Advanced Customer Relations and Service Program.
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Dr. Ellison has been a guest on the television talk show; Horizon’s, hosted by Edie Huggins where he addressed the topic, “The Importance of Financial Planning.” Dr. Ellison has written several articles, which have been published in local area magazines. Dr. Ellison has been appointed as a Financial Consultant to many organizations and churches such as: the Barrister’s Association of Philadelphia, the United Holy Church Association, the Home Mission Board of the National Baptist Convention USA, Inc., Mt. Calvary United Holiness Churches, The A.M.E. Church, The Church of God and Christ, other non-profit organizations and various other church organizations throughout the country. He is also an award winner and member of the National Leaders Corporation, National Association of Life Underwriters, and Million Dollar Round Table.
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Most of all, Dr. Ellison is a Born-Again Christian. Dr. Ellison has also been ordained as an Apostle of Finance.
DR. LINDA ELLISON D.D
Dr. Ellison is the Administrator of Tax Exempt Services. The main duties of her role are: preparing and processing tax exempt status for our clients.
Dr. Ellison has served as Administrator at Delaware State College, Temple University, and a housing development corporation. Dr. Ellison's diversified background includes, but is not limited to, assisting in the expedition of contract awards based on bid proposals, providing job training and staff development, conducting motivational seminars, and overseeing office operations.
Dr. Ellison has extensive supervisory and managerial experience in public relations, personnel, and sales. As an entrepreneur, she started Queens Treasures, a retail/wholesale jewelry company.
Dr. Ellison is an educator and mentor in the School District of Philadelphia. Dr. Ellison has earned many degrees: a Bachelor of Science and Master of Education from Temple University, a Doctorate in Divinity and an honorary Doctorate of Laws from the Jameson Bible School and the University of Puerto Rico.
Dr. Ellison is founder of Judah Intercessors International, a network of believers that reaches over sixty-one cities within the United States and eight different countries. In addition, Dr. Ellison sits on several boards and is the founder of a national organization of Christian educators. Dr. Ellison has been cited in Who’s Who In American Christian Leadership.
ROLAND J. ATKINS ESQ
Mr. Atkins is an attorney with ACI , where he handles all external legal activities and assists with client By-Laws and Articles of Incorporation.
Mr. Atkins is a founding partner of Atkins & Cohen Law Firm, located in Philadelphia, PA. Mr. Atkins has represented non-profit organizations such as Cheyney University, Temple University, House of God Church of the Living God, the Women’s Division of the Pennsylvania Baptist Convention, and other Protestant church organizations.
Mr. Atkins graduated with honors in Mathematics from Temple University. Mr Atkins also holds a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Law degree from Temple University School of Law.
Mr. Atkins is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Philadelphia Bar Association. Mr. Atkins is the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the YMCA of Philadelphia. Mr. Atkins is a mentor for American Foundation for Negro Affairs and a member of the Board of Directors for Boys and Girls Club. Mr. Atkins is also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Mr. Atkins is a born-again Christian and resides in Glenside, PA with his wife Constance.
TERRI FREELAND
Ms. Freeland has over 15 years experience in the renovation of existing and construction of new federal, institutional, industrial and commercial projects. The major responsibility of her role is the general management of ACI’s production activities and phases including: pre-construction services, estimations, negotiations, and project management.
Ms. Freeland has over twelve years experience of progressive construction management, which includes management of moderate scale and multiple projects. A brief summary of the capital projects she has managed are:
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers, Washington, DC, Renovated Schools ($5,300,000 budget)
Southern District United Holy Church of America Headquarters, Goldsboro, NC, New Construction ($5,000,000 budget)
VA Medical Center, Coatesville, PA, Renovation of Laboratory ($4,100,000 budget)
NAVFAC (DOD) Willow Grove, PA, New Hanger ($3,780,000 budget)
Army Corp of Engineers, Philadelphia, PA Leasing Equipment ($3,589,000 budget)
National Park Service, Philadelphia, PA Interior Renovation, Repair Historical Walkways ($2,900,000 budget)
Benjamin Rush Elementary School, Bensalem, PA, Addition ($1,700,000 budget)
VA Medical Center, Perryville, MD, Interior Renovations, Paving ($1,700,000 budget)
Eat Ward Elementary School. Coatesville, PA, New Addition ($1,300,000 budget)
National Environmental Association, Philadelphia, PA, Historical Building Renovation, ($1,233,000 budget)
Morris Chapel Baptist Church, Philadelphia, PA, Renovation ($500,000 budget)
KEITH ELLISON MBA
Mr. Ellison is Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Marketing of ACI. His duties include management of all internal financial activities, business planning and new product/service development.
Mr. Ellison spent six years with IBM in marketing and technical support, where he managed two multi-million dollar insurance accounts and the installation of various computer and communications networks. As an IBM Account Marketing Representative, Mr. Ellison won several awards for outstanding performance, including the Golden Circle and Marketing Excellence awards.
Mr. Ellison is the founder of the Ellison Group and has provided consulting services to several small businesses, non-profit organizations and large corporations on entering new markets, corporate strategic management, marketing research and business planning He also manages the entrepreneur center for the urban league of Philadelphia.
Mr. Ellison received his Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering and mathematics from Carnegie Mellon University. He later received his master of business administration (MBA) degree from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. As part of his marketing and entrepreneurial management major at Wharton, Mr. Ellison participated in Wharton’s Global Immersion Program by completing a four-week study in Japan. Mr. Ellison also co-developed a marketing plan to assist a Philadelphia based company with exporting its products to Germany and Japan.
BIANCA WILLIAMS
Bianca Williams is an Administrative Assistant to the President of ACI. The main duties of her role are: managing schedules and appointments, assisting the president with his tasks, providing customer service to clients, and preparing and processing 1023 applications and articles of incorporation.
Ms. Williams graduated from Lincoln Technical Institute and received an Associate Degree at Community College of Philadelphia with major concentration in Accounting.
Ms. Williams advanced skills in Accounting and Finance have enabled her to be an asset to other institutions such as Albert Einstein Hospital and the Franklin Institute.
Ms. Williams is also a Notary Public, Tax Preparer, and is CPR certified.
JOSEPH RAINES CPA
Mr. Raines is a Tax Planner and Financial Analyst and the Senior Auditor of the CPA department with ACI. The main duties of his role includes internal tax planning, client tax planning and preparation of tax returns and financial statements, and client audits.
Mr. Raines has 22 years experience in for-profit financial management, including insurance regulatory principles, mergers and acquisitions, and Healthcare. Mr. Raines has 23 years experience in non-profit financial management, including tax regulations for clergy, non-profit organizations, educational institutions and community development organizations.
Mr. Raines is a graduate of the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Finance. Mr. Raines has also completed advanced studies in Business Law at Temple University.
Mr. Raines is a member of the Stewards Board of Bethel AME Church, First District. Mr. Raines is also a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
GLOVER POWELL PC
Mr. Powell is an Accountant and legal consultant with ACI. The main duties of his role includes business validations, performing audits, financial statements, tax preparations, deeds and titles.
Mr. Powell has over 20 years in accounting and legal services. Mr. Powell attended West Chester State University, in West Chester, PA. Mr. Powell's background of experience includes work and services provided for Omninoky, Joseph and Welch, PC. Philadelphia, PA and Aramark Corporation, Philadelphia, PA.
Mr. Powell has also served as Treasurer for the campaign of Judge Roxane Covington.
SETH K. SINTIM CPA
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Mr. Sintim is a Certified Public Accountant with ACI. Sintim’s main duties are preparation of client tax returns and financial statements and audits.
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Mr. Sintim is an accomplished financial management professional with passion for financial reporting and investment analysis. Sintim has the ability to synthesize large data to solve complex problems using technical financial applications such as Marcos, VBA programming, and perform comprehensive analysis and sound professional judgment to achieve strategic results. Sintim is proficient in research and report writing, analysis, interpretations, and application of (GAAP), with more than twelve years-experience in public accounting; hedge funds; and, hedge fund administration, cover various financial instruments and hedge fund structures.
Mr. Sintim received his masters degree in Business Management from Syracuse University.