About Gregg Katz
U.S. Marine veteran • Zero-accident, zero-complaint record • Serving Kansas City with zTrip since 2013. His philosophy is simple: “The best ride is the one you don’t have to think about after it’s over.”
🇺🇸 Background & Military Service
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Born in Kansas City, MO - Grew up in Brentwood, CA; returned to KC at 14
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Rockhurst High School alum
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U.S. Marine Corps (1982–1986), stationed at Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. Served aboard the USS Tarawa during the 1983 Beirut Peacekeeping Mission
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Worked with the FBI (Honolulu Field Office) as part of a support role
🧭 Career & Community
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Former general manager at America’s Pub in Westport
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Owned and operated Katz Floral Design
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Awarded Paratransit Driver of the Year (2016) by the Taxicab, Limousine & Paratransit Association
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Known for patient, compassionate service with elderly and special-needs riders
🚗 Vehicle
2021 white Hyundai Santa Fe — Cab #770. Clean, comfortable, and maintained for long-distance reliability.
🛡️ Service Approach
Calm, disciplined, and detail-oriented. Clear communication, flight tracking for airport trips, and punctual pickup windows keep your day on schedule.
Gregg in the News
The Atlantic — What Drives A Driver - October 3, 2016
The Kansas City Star — Olathe Cab Driver Hailed As Paratransit Driver Of The Year
Fox4KC - Taxi Driver Goes Extra Mile Providing Thanksgiving Meals For His Regular Passengers
To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards - 2024 Winner - Retail/Sale
