Her Story
About Stephanie
Stephanie Stevens is the owner and founder of Swanky TX Floors, a boutique flooring company serving residential and commercial clients throughout North Texas. With more than 30 years of experience in the floor covering industry, Stephanie has built a reputation for delivering exceptional craftsmanship, technical expertise, and personalized service. Her career began in her father's family flooring business, where she developed a passion for the trade before expanding her experience through distribution, manufacturing, technical services, sales, and commercial account management. She later served as a regional commercial manager overseeing business across a 10-state territory before launching Swanky TX Floors, where she now manages every aspect of the business herself—from client consultations and product selection to project management and final installation.
Stephanie considers building her business from the ground up without business loans or outside investors to be one of her greatest professional accomplishments. Her success is rooted in decades of hands-on experience, continuous learning, and a commitment to earning clients' trust through honesty, expertise, and one-on-one communication. Rather than operating a traditional showroom, she has intentionally created a boutique business model that emphasizes personal relationships and customized flooring solutions. Her dedication to excellence has earned Swanky TX Floors recognition as Living Magazine's Best in the Area for four consecutive years, reflecting the loyalty of her clients and the quality of her work.
Beyond her professional achievements, Stephanie is deeply committed to her family and community. Over the years, she has volunteered extensively as a room mom, team mom, HOA vice president, and PTA co-president while raising her children, balancing entrepreneurship with a strong dedication to serving others. She credits much of her success to the mentorship of her father, practical on-the-job training, and a willingness to work hard and continually expand her knowledge. Today, Stephanie remains passionate about growing her business, educating clients about flooring solutions, and demonstrating that integrity, expertise, and genuine relationships are the foundation of lasting success.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Stephanie
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to a combination of hands-on experience, strong mentorship, and persistence. My father played a significant role in teaching me the fundamentals of the industry, while the training I received from my employers helped me build my technical expertise. I’ve always believed in being self-reliant, and I’m proud to have built my business from the ground up without relying on loans. Managing projects from start to finish has strengthened my confidence, problem-solving skills, and commitment to delivering quality results.
02What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would encourage young women to be dependable, approachable, and confident in their knowledge. Something as simple as answering your phone and being available to clients can make a lasting impression. Building strong one-on-one relationships is invaluable, but it’s equally important to develop your technical expertise. When you understand your work and can speak confidently about it, you earn the respect of both your peers and your clients.
03What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges is overcoming the legacy of a traditionally male-dominated industry, where women have often had to work harder to earn equal pay, credibility, and recognition. While progress has been made, demonstrating technical competence remains essential. At the same time, I see tremendous opportunities in providing personalized, relationship-driven services. Building a strong personal brand, cultivating a trusted network, and delivering exceptional client experiences continue to create new opportunities for growth.
04What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me most are trust, quality, independence, family, and hard work. I believe that lasting success is built on earning the trust of others, consistently delivering high-quality work, and maintaining the independence to make thoughtful decisions. My family has always been a source of motivation, and I approach both my personal and professional life with a strong work ethic and a commitment to doing my best every day.
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