After seven years representing our community in Tallahassee as a member of the Florida House of Representatives, it’s wonderful to be back home in Palm Beach County — this time serving you as your Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller.

I’m honored to have been appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis to succeed Joseph Abruzzo. Since taking office, I’ve been connecting with community organizations, local leaders, and government partners to share one clear message: our office is -Here to Help- everyone in Palm Beach County.

I’m proud to work alongside an exceptional team at the Clerk’s office. Time and again, I hear from residents about the professionalism, efficiency, and care our employees bring to their work. My pledge is simple: to not just meet your expectations, but to exceed them. As Clerk, I oversee two critical responsibilities: protecting taxpayer dollars and safeguarding your public records. With decades of experience as a Certified Public Accountant and forensic auditor —including roles with firms like KPMG and Grant Thornton, and later running my own firm — I bring the financial expertise and accountability this office demands.

Palm Beach County has been home for more than 40 years. I am a husband, father of seven, grandfather of six, and dog dad. I’m a champion barefoot water-skier, and I enjoy golf and tennis. I’m a CPA who has served in the Florida House for seven years. I’ve met many of you, knocking doors from Boca to Jupiter, and loved every minute. It has been my privilege to advocate for you—securing nearly $200 million in state funding and advancing legislation that makes Florida what it is.  

Now, I’m channeling that same energy and results-driven approach into new priorities for the Clerk’s office:

• Modernizing vendor payment systems in partnership with County Administrator Abruzzo.
• Protecting our citizens from fraud, including guardianship and real property fraud.
• Preserving county investments with conservative, sound financial strategies.
• Pushing for a unified statewide court records database to streamline public access.
• Maintaining the highest accountability standards in collaboration with Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia.

My vision is clear: to make the Clerk’s office one of the most open, efficient, and citizen-focused services in the state.

I look forward to providing updates on how we’re working for you.

Sincerely,

Mike Caruso
Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County