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City Life talks to Richard Francis, owner of Capital Chauffeurs on what drives him and where he sees himself and his company in the future.
THE LAST WORD
Richard, what do you do?
I own and run a company called Capital Chauffeurs. We are a team of professional chauffeurs catering for the private and corporate market.
What do you like about Cardiff?
It’s compactness, although the skyline has been raised somewhat.
What’s missing from the City?
A decent pick-up and set down at Cardiff Central Railway Station.
Favourite place to stay in Wales?
Anywhere in Wales! I think we live in a beautiful part of the country.
What do you do to relax?
Fly fishing. I’m quite lucky with it but I always put them back. I enjoy the cinema but as I’m on call 24 hours, seven days a week, I daren’t book tickets for fear of getting a call.
Do you have a pet hate?
Not really. I let people be.
Favourite music?
I like all sorts of music from pop, jazz and the big bands and opera but my favourite would have to be classical. I’ve been known to put on some Elgar, Beethhoven, Mozart or Brahms at full volume whilst driving back from a job at three in the morning. This music inspires me and can bring me to tears. They certainly knew how to write good music in those days!
Have you chauffeured anyone famous?
Too many to mention but it would be most improper to elaborate.
Who would be your dream client?
Every client is a dream client.
As you drive for a living, do you have a passion for motoring?
I have a passion for safe driving.
If you could have any car, which would it be?
I have no wish to have a nice car. They’re all just pieces of metal.
What gadget do you most need?
My mobile phone unfortunately!
Any lifelong ambition?
Having enjoyed a fulfilling career in the army my ambition how is to keep growing the business with the same military precision.
I’m good at...
Not too many things.
I’m very bad at...
Too many things to mention.
What’s your favourite meal?
To be honest I eat just about anything.
Most memorable event?
I’ve been fortunate enought to experience many events throughout my life, that it would be hard picking just the one.
Sum yourself up in three words...
Discreet, professional and optimistic.
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