ABOUT
Carole Hickey
Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer, American Gulf Pools
Carole Hickey is the heart and backbone of American Gulf Pools, bringing both financial expertise and family values to the business. After earning her bachelor’s degree, Carole began her career as a professional social worker, advocating for adults with developmental disabilities. While deeply rewarding, her focus shifted when she and her husband, Tom, started their family. As their children grew, Carole naturally stepped into the family business, taking on the role of Chief Financial Officer and handling all aspects of bookkeeping and financial management.
With over a decade of experience in finance, Carole has been instrumental in guiding the company through various stages of growth, ensuring a solid financial foundation that supports the company’s long-term success. Her responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and strategic planning. Carole’s passion for numbers and her analytical mindset keep the business running smoothly behind the scenes, allowing the team to focus on delivering top-notch pool construction and renovation services.
Carole’s commitment to the business goes hand in hand with her dedication to her family. As a loving wife and devoted mother, she balances her professional responsibilities with family life, leading by example and instilling values of hard work and dedication in her children. Passionate about water safety and community well-being, she also promotes the importance of teaching children to swim. Whether she’s managing the company’s finances or enjoying time by the pool with her family, Carole’s dedication and enthusiasm are at the core of American Gulf Pools.
As the CFO, I am responsible for overseeing our financial strategy and operations, which includes budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. My passion for numbers and my analytical mindset help me maintain a healthy financial foundation for our company, allowing us to provide top-notch service to our clients. I believe that a strong financial framework is essential for any successful business, especially one that prioritizes family and community.
Outside of work, I cherish my role as a mother and wife. Balancing my professional responsibilities with my family life is no small feat, but it’s one that I embrace wholeheartedly. My family inspires me every day, and I strive to lead by example, instilling values of hard work and dedication in my children.
In my free time, you can often find me at the pool with my family, enjoying the sun and making lasting memories. I am passionate about promoting water safety and teaching children the importance of swimming, which aligns perfectly with our company’s mission.
I look forward to continuing to grow both personally and professionally, contributing to our family business, and creating a positive impact in our community. Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit about me!
