From the Huntington Beach News.

December 8, 2025 –  Kim Olgren-Potter, Business Services Deputy Director for the Orange County Probation Department and a long-serving leader within the Probation Business Managers Association (PBMA), has been honored at the statewide 2025 Annual Chief Probation Officers of California Awards Ceremony with the Affiliate Employee of the Year Award for PBMA. This award recognizes Kim’s exceptional commitment to the probation profession, her leadership in advancing fiscal and administrative excellence, and her dedication to supporting probation professionals throughout California.

“Kim’s steadfast dedication to PBMA and her willingness to continually step up for her colleagues make her incredibly deserving of this recognition,” said Daniel Hernandez, Chief Probation Officer of Orange County. “Her knowledge, mentorship, and commitment to strengthening our profession and our communities have made a profound impact on Orange County and on probation departments statewide.”

Kim is widely regarded as one of California probation’s most dedicated contributors. Throughout her years of service, she has held multiple leadership roles and currently serves as the Southern Region Chair for PBMA, in addition to her work on the Revenue Committee and the Legislative Committee. Colleagues depend on Kim as a reliable, generous source of guidance and someone who readily shares her expertise, provides thoughtful advice, and supports business and fiscal teams across the state.

Her tireless efforts help enhance probation throughout California making our communities safer and helping those in the justice system take part in transformative rehabilitation. Kim’s contributions honor probation’s history while helping shape its future, strengthening the profession through her vision, mentorship, and collaborative approach.

“Kim’s initiative, leadership, and passion have made PBMA a stronger affiliate organization,” said Chief Steve Jackson, CPOC President. “Her dedication to improving probation operations statewide reflects exactly what we celebrate with this award.”

CPOC proudly recognizes Kim Olgren-Potter for her outstanding service, exceptional leadership, and meaningful contributions to PBMA, Orange County Probation, and the broader field of community corrections.

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