Hilary Shine

Hilary Shine retired from a 20-year career in city government and now uses her experience to help local governments across the country.  As an executive leader, she honed her skills in effective communications, strategic advancement, program development, performance management and team building.  Now a member of the SGR Leadership Development Team, she has worked with large and small communities to improve their governance, service delivery and long-term success, 

Hilary is a passionate community servant and has volunteered in leadership positions for local non-profits including United Way, Relay for Life and hospital, theater and education foundation boards. She is co-founder of Friends of Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, which has ensured that every grave has been honored with a wreath each holiday season since 2006.

Hilary earned a B.S. in Communications from the University of Texas at Austin and holds various certifications in leadership, management, communications and emergency response.