Ashley Wainscott, Founder and CEO of Simply Home, has transformed the home renovation process and made waves as a female business owner in a male-dominated industry.After graduating with an Entrepreneurship degree from St. Edward’s University, Ashley launched Simply Home, a remodeling agency that eliminates surprises by pushing for accountability and demanding quality. Simply Home is headed into their 10th year in business!
Her business has beautified more than 2,000 homes, garnering rave reviews and earning the trust of homeowners. In the coming years, Ashley plans to expand her business’ unique approach into new markets.In recognition for her business prowess, Ashley was awarded the 2018 Entrepreneur of the Year from St. Edward’s University, was nominated as a 2019 Nominee for Profiles in Power by Austin Business Journal, was named “Woman to Watch” by Austin Woman magazine, and received the Excellence in Opportunity Award from the Austin Young Chamber.
Dedicated to bettering the community she calls home, Ashley has been a member of the Junior League for eight years, regularly works with Dress for Success Austin, and was a Woman of the Year candidate for her fundraising efforts with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Austin. Additionally, Ashley serves on the board of the Austin Young Chamber.
In her free time, ironically, this force of nature enjoys her outdoors time. You can find Ashley painting in her backyard, hiking on one of the many trails in Austin, walking her dogs or gardening on a good day. More recently she can be found running to keep up with her growing baby boy, and adjusting to life with two children after welcoming another son this summer. While Ashley enjoys being a CEO, she also makes time to focus on her family, and is a great role model for other working mothers.