Michael Roldan

Senior Associate Consultant @Hazmat Safety Consulting

Fort Lauderdale, FL, US

Provide strategic and technical consulting on hazardous materials transport safety, compliance, and emergency response at the operational and executive level. Leverage over 30 years of leadership in U.S. Coast Guard operations and the international oil spill preparedness industry to deliver practical, compliant, and cost-effective solutions for clients in maritime, energy, and manufacturing sectors.Advise corporate leadership, regulatory agencies, and operational teams on hazardous materials regulations (IMDG Code, 49 CFR) and international dangerous goods standards. Develop policies, secure special permits, conduct compliance audits, and lead tailored training programs to strengthen organizational readiness and regulatory alignment.Draw on extensive interagency and international negotiation experience to help clients engage with regulators, industry bodies, and response partners. Provide boardroom-level insight into risk management, regulatory strategy, and operational readiness for high-consequence environments.Key Capabilities- Strategic and Executive-Level Leadership in HazMat Safety and Emergency Response- Hazardous Materials Transport Regulations (IMDG, 49 CFR)- Oil Spill Preparedness and Response- Policy Development & International Negotiations- Special Permit & Exemption Processing- Compliance Audits & Inspection Readiness- Stakeholder Engagement & Training Program Leadership- Emergency Response Planning and Management- International Maritime Law and Regulatory Compliance

Universtiy of Houston

Master’s Degree

University of Maryland

Bachelor’s Degree