Professional Profile

Caroline Hamby is a seasoned environmental and waste management professional based in St. Lucie County, Florida. With a career spanning over two decades, Caroline has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a steadfast commitment to community service.

Early Life and Education

Born and raised in Palm Beach County, Florida, Caroline was immersed in the construction industry from an early age. Her parents owned a local paving company for 30 years, instilling in her a strong work ethic and a deep understanding of the construction business. She furthered her education by earning a college degree before enlisting in the United States Coast Guard in 2002. Caroline graduated with a Masters in Environmental Health and Safety.

Military Service

During her tenure from 2002 to 2012, Caroline served as a Marine Science Technician (MST), stationed in Virginia, New York, and Tampa, Florida. In this role, she inspected commercial waterfront facilities and enforced laws related to safety, health, and environmental protection, including fuel spills, drug interdiction, and hazardous waste management. Her expertise in hazardous materials earned her the nickname "Hazmat Chick."

Professional Development

Caroline attended Hazmat Technician School and participated in various training programs at the Center for Domestic Preparedness, enhancing her proficiency in emergency response and environmental safety. She later joined the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Division of Emergency Response in Tampa, where she responded to incidents such as tractor-trailer rollovers, plane crashes, train derailments, chemical reactions, and explosions. Her responsibilities included overseeing contractors to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and serving as the Florida DEP Forensic Coordinator.

Entrepreneurship

In 2016, Caroline founded her own environmental response company in South Florida, providing services in line with state, local, and federal regulations. By 2022, she expanded into the waste management sector by acquiring two Peterbilt roll-off trucks, Jolene and Evelyn, and established Roll-Off Chick in Fort Pierce, Florida. Her company offers commercial and residential dumpsters along the east coast of Florida, from Miami to Jacksonville. Roll-Off Chick is a woman and veteran-owned business committed to delivering reliable waste disposal solutions.

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Community Involvement

Caroline is deeply committed to her community, serving on the Board of the St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce for three years and as the 2nd Vice President of the Treasure Coast Builders Association (TCBA). She is also the Secretary of the local veterans' non-profit organization, "Do You Give A Ruck?"

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Her philanthropic efforts include supporting and mentoring numerous organizations such as The Pace Center for Girls,

United Against Poverty,

Port St. Lucie Little League Softball,

Port St. Lucie American Little League,

St. Lucie Mets,

St Lucie Police Athletic League

TCBA Charitable Fund,

Workforce Development

TCBA PAC Fund,

Indiantown Chamber of Commerce,

ST Lucie Chamber of Commerce,

Brittney Lee Foundation,

Right Side Fishing,

Ft Pierce Woman’s Club,

and the St. Lucie Police Athletic League.

Personal Life

Residing in St. Lucie County with her dog, Luna, Caroline embodies the spirit of "Use Local, so we can Give Back Local." Her dedication to both her profession and community underscores her reputation as a versatile and committed leader.

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