[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 47 (Tuesday, March 14, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E215]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING CRYSTAL BETHEA AS A DISTINGUISHED LEADER IN CENTRAL FLORIDA 
                       FOR WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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                            HON. DARREN SOTO

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 14, 2023

  Mr. SOTO. Mr. Speaker, Crystal Bethea, CEO and franchisor of C3 
Wellness Spa, is a loving wife to Marcus Bethea, CFO to C3, and proud 
mother to their daughter, Aryes Marie. She's an Army veteran dedicated 
to giving back to the Orlando/Kissimmee communities and empowering its 
members to live healthy, active lives.
  Bethea is a licensed cosmetologist for over 20 years and a medical 
massage therapist with over 25 certifications that helped master her 
craft. She is passionate about holistic health and has seen its 
positive impacts on herself and her family. This has motivated her to 
write and teach about natural alternatives for a healthier lifestyle. 
Bethea feels it is her life's purpose to continue to spread holistic 
wellness knowledge and practices nationwide to families and 
communities.
  Bethea is grateful to have two C3 Wellness Spa locations and has 
created a franchise from their holistic brand concept to expand 
nationwide. They are now proud members of the 4 percent of Black-owned 
franchises in America.
  Inspired by a long line of nurses and veterans in her family, Bethea 
served in the United States Army. She is a soror of Kappa Epsilon Psi 
Military Sorority Inc., an organization of dedicated, elite 
professional women being of service. Bethea has served on its national 
paraphernalia staff and she now serves as treasurer of the 
organization's Orlando cluster. Their efforts include feeding the 
unhoused, assisting with community events, and providing supplies for 
the youth.
  Bethea is a trustee of the Florida Association of Veteran-Owned 
Businesses, which supports and advocates for veteran entrepreneurs. She 
was recently awarded the Eagle Award as leadership chair for the 
Osceola Chamber of Commerce's Poinciana Area Council. They best 
exemplified the Chamber's mission, vision, and values throughout the 
year providing business connections, scholarships, and school supplies 
to local teens. Bethea is also a platinum sponsor of the Association of 
Poinciana Villages and a longtime volunteer for Miles of Help Through 
Christ.

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