HdL Companies Recognizes Sharon Petrehn as 2025 LGSI Scholarship Recipient

BREA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HdL Companies congratulates Sharon Petrehn, who was selected on April 8th as the recipient of its sponsored scholarship for the 2025 Local Governance Summer Institute (LGSI) at Stanford University. Awarded in partnership with the California City Management Foundation (CCMF), this scholarship supports promising leaders advancing the future of local governance.

Petrehn brings over a decade of experience in local government, with notable leadership roles in Union City and Pleasanton. Her work spans strategic planning, project management, and civic engagement, consistently driving initiatives that improve organizational performance and strengthen community trust.

“I’m honored to receive a scholarship supported by HdL Companies to attend Stanford’s Local Governance Summer Institute,” said Petrehn. “I’m excited to learn about innovative approaches to today’s challenges from esteemed faculty and connect with other government leaders in this cohort. On a personal level, this opportunity is a WIN that will further strengthen my professional capabilities and equip me with valuable insights to bring back to my organization and the communities I serve.”

The LGSI program is a premier leadership development opportunity for local government professionals, focused on addressing contemporary challenges through data-informed, forward-thinking strategies. HdL Companies is proud to help advance the careers of public sector professionals through this investment in executive education.

“Recognizing and supporting leaders like Sharon reflects HdL’s commitment to helping cities thrive through strong leadership and innovation,” said Andrew Nickerson, President/CEO of HdL Companies.

To learn more about the CCMF scholarship program and LGSI, visit: cacitymanagers.org

About HdL Companies

HdL Companies is dedicated to supporting local governments across the U.S. with revenue enhancement, technology and consulting services that enable cities, counties and special districts to better serve their communities. Founded in 1983, HdL Companies’ comprehensive approach to revenue management is trusted by more than 900 local governments nationwide. The company has successfully recovered more than $4 billion in revenue for client agencies. For more information, visit hdlcompanies.com.