Meet Ryan Schmidt, a chauffeur at Tailored Dreams Limousines and Party Buses.
Tell us a little about your business. – Tailored Dreams Limousines and Party Buses (tailoreddreamslimousines.com) safely transports passengers during their special events, whether it be for a wedding, a birthday, or just a night out with friends.
How did you get started in the business? – I got started chauffeuring in the early 2000s. I worked for a tow truck company which was under the same business as a limousine company in Omaha. The owner said that he was selling the tow business and I asked if I could drive limousines for him. From that point on, I was hooked.
What has been your most important achievement professionally? – Achieving the ability to adapt to changing situations. Driving party buses and limousines, there is an ever-changing environment all around you. You need to see the change and adapt to it, whether it be on the streets in front of you or the precious cargo that you’re carrying.
Tell us a little about your family. – I’m in a relationship, and the only little ones that are running around are four-legged fur babies! We currently have two dogs and two cats.
What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life? – Getting my commercial driver’s license. It has opened so many doors and opportunities for me. I have had the ability to see many parts of the country because of it and have met so many different people.
What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? – When I’m not working or doing schoolwork, I enjoy being outside taking in nature. On those cold winter days, I put in some video games and try to stay as warm as possible.
Who inspires you? – My family. They are the reason I strive to do the best I can in all things.
What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? – “Do not wait. The time will never be just right. Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along.” – George Herbert; “Be adaptable, flexible, and never stop learning. The rate of change will never stop and neither should you.” – Brian Regan
If you could choose only one descriptive word to be remembered as, what would it be? – Unforgettable. I try to be the person who people remember months or even years after they have been on the bus.
If you could have a super power, what would it be? – Telekinesis.
What local nonprofit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? – The Phoenix Remix Animal Rescue. They are a volunteer rescue designed to protect and preserve the lives of jeopardized, neglected, and at-risk domesticated animals.
What is your favorite movie? – The DaVinci Code. I like a good mystery thriller movie that makes you think.
What is your favorite TV show? – The Amazing Race.
What is your favorite local Lincoln restaurant? – Lazlo’s.
If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be? – Robin Williams. He was such an influence on who I am now. He was one that you never knew what he was going to say next but you paid attention because you knew it was going to be funny.
If our readers would like to contact you, how should they do so? – (402) 889-3870; tailoreddreamslimousines@gmail.com; tailoreddreamslimousines.com.