About Caderone Consulting
Our Story
Calderone Consulting LLC provides high-level technical advisory and federal compliance services specialized for complex infrastructure recovery. Led by a Licensed Professional Engineer with over 20 years of experience, we provide government agencies with the technical credibility and policy mastery required to maximize federal cost recovery.
From damage assessments to successful FEMA appeals, we bridge the gap between engineering reality and federal funding requirements-reducing the administrative burden on state and local staff while ensuring every eligible dollar is secured and retained.
Who & What we do
Calderone Consulting is a premier woman-owned firm dedicated to accelerating community recovery in the wake of natural and man-made disasters. We understand that the path to resilience is fraught with technical and administrative hurdles. We bridge that gap by bringing decades of frontline experience in FEMA Public Assistance (PA) policy and engineering to a wide range of recovery efforts—from wildfires and floods to catastrophic hurricanes and public health emergencies.
At Calderone Consulting, our clients always come first. We champion a consultative approach that leads to greater efficiency, more informed decision-making, and being able to manage expectations every step of the way. Our team of professionals are experienced technical and programmatic specialists that are dedicated to helping our clients succeed in recovery projects at all levels of government and within the private and non-profit sectors.
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards — delivering honest guidance and transparent communication at every stage of recovery.
Community First
We believe every community deserves a swift and full recovery, regardless of size or resources. Our work is driven by people, not paperwork.
Technical Excellence
We bring decades of engineering and policy expertise to every project — ensuring precision, compliance, and outcomes that hold up to scrutiny.
Accountability
We take ownership of every engagement. Our clients trust us to manage complexity and deliver results — and we never take that responsibility lightly.
Our Approach
Clients First, Results Always
At Calderone Consulting, we believe that effective emergency management is built on partnership. We champion a consultative approach that prioritizes:
Our team of multidisciplinary specialists is dedicated to the success of our clients across all levels of government, as well as within the private and non-profit sectors. We don't just manage paperwork; we manage the restoration of the communities we serve.
Operational Efficiency
Streamlining workflows to accelerate project delivery by reducing bottlenecks, improving coordination, and eliminating unnecessary steps so that every task progresses smoothly from initiation to completion. This ensures faster execution, clearer accountability, and more efficient use of time and resources.
Hurricane Harvey Recovery
(FEMA/Disaster-Wide)
Building Assessment Team (BAT) Lead; Managed technical teams conducting highlevel damage assessments for critical public buildings and complex infrastructure.
Hurricane lan Recovery
(Lee County, FL)
Served as Primary Liaison with FEMA for $275M in infrastructure; managed 120+ site inspections and reduced administrative burden on County staff
FEMA Consolidated Resource Center (CRC)
Deployed expert teams for FEMA project validation, cost estimation, and QA reviews—helping streamline processing, clear backlogs, ensure compliance, and accelerate funding obligations.
COVID-19 Cost Recovery
(NC DHHS)
Authored a technical appeal for a denied $38M project; Appeal was accepted by FEMA, securing millions in previously lost funding
Tropical Storm Helene
Represented North Carolina in guiding towns, counties, and sub-recipients through FEMA recovery, supporting site inspections, strategic meetings, project reviews, and closeout processes.
Caderone Consulting Leadership
Natalie Calderone
Founder
Natalie Calderone, is a licensed civil engineer with over 20 years of design experience in major bridge projects to include retrofits, highway, signature, and water crossings among many others. Over the past fifteen years, her leadership in disaster recovery has spanned nine states, supporting response efforts for federally declared disasters from Hurricane Katrina to Tropical Storm Irene to Hurricane Harvey.
With her extensive knowledge in the FEMA Public Assistance program combined with her engineering background, she has led teams of site inspectors, program delivery managers, and building assessment engineers.
At Calderone Consulting, Natalie draws on her experience in the transportation sector and a broad network of skilled industry professionals to provide clients with the most streamlined solutions for disaster recovery and preparedness. A recognized expert in PA policy with proven technical expertise in the field of engineering, Natalie has built Calderone Consulting as a trusted and comprehensive source for emergency management.
Our Recovery Roadmap: End-to-End Expertise
At Calderone Consulting, we don’t just provide advice; we provide a comprehensive framework for recovery. We align our technical engineering roots with deep programmatic knowledge to guide you through every phase of the disaster lifecycle.
Damage Assessments & Mitigation Identification
As FEMA shifts toward an Applicant-driven recovery model, the burden of proof has moved to the local level. We provide the technical expertise required to document damages with the rigor and presentation FEMA demands. Beyond simple documentation, we identify critical opportunities for Section 406 mitigation and infrastructure hardening to ensure your community is rebuilt stronger and more resilient.
Policy Expertise & Strategic Planning
We specialize in the strategic application of FEMA Public Assistance Policy. By navigating the complexities of the Stafford Act and 44 CFR, we bring programmatic clarity to the outset of your recovery. Our team focuses on eliminating redundancies and positioning projects for maximum eligibility, providing expert guidance on determination memos, appeals, and arbitration.
Technical Assistance & Engineering Solutions
We bridge the gap between policy and practice. Our multidisciplinary teams of licensed engineers and architects deliver the practical strategies and optimized designs needed for complex infrastructure recovery. By integrating professional engineering oversight directly into the recovery framework, we ensure solutions are both technically sound and policy-compliant.
Program Delivery & Resource Scaling
We provide seamless execution of the critical roles within the FEMA Public Assistance Program. Whether you require Program Delivery Managers, Task Force Leads, or Costing Specialists, we offer the scalability and industry experience to support your team at every milestone. We act as an extension of your staff, ensuring every requirement is met with precision.
Project Management & Closeout Integration
We protect your funding through rigorous oversight of the project lifecycle. From developing detailed Scopes of Work (SOWs) and drafting RFPs to implementing meticulous tracking systems, we ensure every project is "audit-ready." Our proactive approach ensures a streamlined reconciliation during the closeout phase, significantly reducing the risk of fund de-obligation.