01/20/2025
Last call to share your journey and celebrate your milestones with us, we cannot wait to feature these amazing stories at WIB Day! 🚀✨
This story is a testimony of resilience, and dedication shown possible with hard work. We are proud to highlight Mary Liz Stein and her success!!
Let’s keep the momentum going – if you had similar experiences or triumphs, we would love to hear your story too, help us inspire others! 🌟🎉
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Mary Liz Stein’s journey spans over 40 years in the transportation industry, beginning as a school bus driver for 31 years before transitioning to motorcoach driving at Hotard Coaches. At 73 years old, she continues to embody the spirit of service and hospitality, thriving in a role she loves. While her work is fulfilling, it hasn’t come without challenges. Transitioning from school transportation to motorcoaches presented a learning curve, as she had to adapt to a new style of driving and engaging with passengers on extended trips.
Mary Liz overcame these challenges with determination, leaning into her love for people and her ability to connect with them. She cultivated lasting relationships with her passengers, who often view her as family. Her safety score of 95 reflects her dedication to professionalism and reliability, even as she goes the extra mile to ensure passengers feel cared for, safe, and welcomed. Her genuine passion and commitment have turned every challenge into an opportunity to grow, becoming a beloved figure in the industry.
Mary Liz is inspired by her faith, her passengers, and the sense of purpose she derives from her work. She believes in serving others and creating joy through meaningful connections. Her Catholic faith has instilled in her the importance of kindness, care, and humility— values she brings to every journey she undertakes. Additionally, her passengers inspire her. She genuinely looks forward to reconnecting with her repeat customers, considering them an extended part of her family. The legacy of Hotard Coaches, one of the oldest motorcoach companies in the U.S., also inspires her to uphold high standards and contribute to the company’s mission of excellence. She takes pride in being part of such a historic organization and feels motivated by the camaraderie and support of her team.
Mary Liz’s success as a motorcoach operator has had a profound impact on both her personal life and the Hotard organization. Personally, her work has brought her immense joy and a sense of fulfillment. She loves meeting new people, exploring new places, and making a positive difference in the lives of others. Her passion and dedication have also made her a role model within the company, especially for new drivers who look up to her for guidance and inspiration.
For Hotard Coaches, Mary Liz embodies the company’s commitment to quality service and passenger experience. Her ability to build genuine connections with passengers fosters loyalty and creates lasting memories for those who travel with her. Beyond her professional contributions, her philanthropy—such as collecting and donating travel-sized toiletries to women’s and homeless shelters—reflects her generosity and care for the wider community. Mary Liz’s success is not just her own; it ripples through her passengers, coworkers, and the community she serves, leaving a legacy of kindness, safety, and excellence.
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