Top 50 Black Professionals & Entrepreneurs of Texas Cynthia Smith

2023 TOP P&E

Cynthia Smith is a Houston native, born and raised. She is a mother and the founding CEO of C&J Tax Services as well as the CEO of Bhavaian GLO skincare, to name a few of her accomplishments. Smith has a tremendous passion for helping other ladies soar in business and in life. She continues to serve and inspire the community through tax education and other various life changing skills by giving franchising opportunities.

She became the mother of twin boys at the age of 18. With this life change, the CEO decided instead of choosing defeat, she would walk a path of determination. Her resiliency caused her to overcome insurmountable challenges as a young parent and young entrepreneur. Smith worked and went to school while raising her twins as single mother; not an easy road, but she weathered every storm with God’s mercy and grace leading her.

In 2015, Smith began her entrepreneur journey with C&J Tax Service. The company specializes in more than just tax preparation in its Greenspoint location. In addition to teaching clients about financial literacy, the founder has used her skills to educate community members through free tax classes annually. Last year, she hosted numerous classes customizing the dos and don’ts of tax law.

“Our community needs to have opportunity to learn about preparing their taxes and understand the updated laws that take place to avoid lack of comprehension,” she says. Smith started off with ten stores and franchised them to allow other business enthusiasts an affordable opportunity to buy back in ownership.

Bhavaian GLO skincare

During COVID-19, Smith saw how people’s skin was affected by mask use and the lack of proper care. She asked herself, “What could be next during this shut-in?” This origin story prompted her passion for healthier skin. After two years, the birth of Bhavaian GLO skincare came into fruition in 2020 launching in November 2022.

The unique line caters to all ethnicities and backgrounds of all skin types.

“I didn’t want to make it just for us. I wanted to tackle what was happening to our skin such as acne, sunburn, and oily and dry skin. And even though the market is saturated, it’s still room to make something special for others.”

She has an online website but eventually she wants to expand to all stores across the country. Bhavanianglow.com

Today, Smith is a major contributor to many ministries and charities. She continues to use her resources to make positive impacts in the community by sponsoring events that target meeting needs. Last year, she hosted back to school drive taking care of over 200 families. “Giving is a joy of mine” she says. The business owner is a difference maker and a game changer!

Cynthia Smith CEO Bhavaian Glo

16281 Imperial Valley Houston, TX 77060

(832) 823-9135 www.bhavaianglow.com www.cjtaxservice.net

Instagram: @BhavaianGlo