Media & recognition

Conversations, perspectives, and recognition.

Explore Cynthia’s entrepreneurial story and the awards and accolades earned by her business ventures from 2019 to the present.

Shoutout Atlanta · August 2022

Meet Cynthia Mbangue-Smith

In this interview, Cynthia reflects on building Cyn’s Play Place, the role of faith and persistence in her entrepreneurial journey, and the team and families behind the business.

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Shoutout Atlanta · May 2021

Building a business that runs beyond its founder.

Cynthia discusses delegating operations, automating day-to-day systems, and developing a well-trained team. She shares how clear roles and strong values support both business operations and work-life balance.

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Organization recognition · 2023

Best of Georgia Regional

Best Childcare Centers LLC was recognized in the Private Schools category of the Georgia Business Journal’s 2023 Best of Georgia Regional awards.

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Organization recognition · 2022

Best of Georgia Regional

Best Childcare Centers LLC appears in the Private Schools category of the Georgia Business Journal’s 2022 Best of Georgia Regional awards.

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Membership & personal recognition

Entrepreneurship and professional community.

ForbesBLK memberCynthia is a member of ForbesBLK.

Forbes 30 Under 30 nominee · 2023Cynthia was a nominee for Forbes 30 Under 30 in 2023.

DeKalb County Young EntrepreneurCynthia is currently a top-three finalist.

Across Cynthia’s ventures · 2019–present

A record of organizational recognition.

From 2019 to the present, Cynthia’s business ventures have earned awards and accolades recognizing their work. These honors across Best Childcare Centers, Smith School of Excellence, and Cyn’s Play Place celebrate their teams and their commitment to children and families.

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Professional biography

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