Policy. Relationships. Results.

With more than 30 years at the center of Texas politics and policy, Stephanie Matthews brings the relationships, strategy, and credibility your organization needs at the Capitol.

The Capitol Is Complex. Your Strategy Shouldn't Be.

Stephanie translates the Texas legislative and regulatory landscape into clear action so your organization knows where to move, when to push, and how to win.

Government Affairs Strategy

Navigating the Texas Capitol, building the right relationships, and developing a clear strategy around the issues that matter most.

Policy Development & Issue Strategy

Translating complex policy challenges into practical strategy. Defining priorities, sharpening messaging, and moving forward with confidence.

Legislative Advocacy

From bill tracking and committee engagement to testimony preparation and issue response, staying informed, prepared, and effective throughout the legislative process.

Regulatory & Administrative Advocacy

Working with state agencies and administrative decision-makers to address rulemaking, agency actions, and regulatory issues with clarity and purpose.

Coalition Building & Stakeholder Engagement

Bringing people together across industries, organizations, and viewpoints to build support, strengthen partnerships, and improve outcomes.

Political Strategy & PAC Counsel

For organizations that need a broader public affairs approach, strategic guidance on political positioning, PAC planning, and advocacy support.

The Relationships, Reputation, and Record to Get It Done.

“Effective strategy requires more than vision alone. It requires the ability to evaluate complexity, align priorities, and create practical paths forward that support long-term growth.”

Stephanie Matthews brings more than 30 years of experience at the intersection of Texas politics, business, and public policy. As a former Chief of Staff in the Texas Senate, Executive Vice President of the Texas Association of Business, and Executive Director of multiple nonprofit advocacy organizations, she has built a career defined by integrity, trusted relationships, and results at every level of Texas government.

What sets Stephanie apart is her ability to turn complex policy challenges into clear, actionable strategy. She understands how decisions get made in Austin and who makes them, giving her clients a meaningful advantage when the stakes are high. Businesses across Texas have counted on her steady, strategic approach through contentious legislative sessions, regulatory matters, and coalition-building efforts for decades.

Thirty Years at the Highest Levels of Texas Government.

Her background spans the Texas Senate, Texas Association of Business, Texas Public Policy Foundation, Texans for Reasonable Solutions, ResponsiveEd, and the Office of Governor George W. Bush, across energy, healthcare, education, housing, financial services, and more.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
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Leading policy, advocacy, and government relations at the state level.
BILLS PASSED
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Advancing legislative priorities across multiple sessions and issue areas.
YEARS AS A REGISTERED LOBBYIST
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Trusted relationships at every level of Texas government.

Get in Touch

If you need experienced Texas government affairs support, Stephanie is ready to talk about your goals and timing.

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Last updated: May 2026
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