Testimonials to Gary's
Integrity, Leadership & Innovation
I am honored to have the endorsement and testimonials from numerous community leaders, Loudoun business owners, frequent clients, fellow clerks of the circuit court, and many others with whom I have worked, volunteered, and served over the past 24 years as your Clerk of the Circuit Court.
I hope to have your vote to re-elect me on November 7th as a testimonial to my leadership, innovative management, fiscal stewardship, responsiveness, and accountability as your Clerk of the Circuit Court. I am honored to serve you and it will be an honor to serve you for one more term of office.
- Gary M. Clemens, Clerk of the Circuit Court
Testimonials
"Gary Clemens modernized office operations while maintaining the friendly, approachable environment that has defined the Circuit Court Clerk’s office. The exponential growth in Loudoun County has posed significant challenges but Gary faced those challenges by implementing effective and time-saving technology innovations. These technological improvements have reduced the need to physically travel to the clerk’s office and saved countless hours for regular clients and Loudoun residents. As Loudoun County has become more diverse, the Clerk’s Office has as well. Gary Clemens is a clerk of the people, for the people, and always available to help everybody. In my opinion, he is an invaluable asset and should be re-elected to continue his good work."
- Alex Levay, Former President of the Loudoun Bar Association and the Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia
"I am pleased to endorse Gary Clemens as Clerk of the Circuit Court. Gary has proven to be an exemplary leader and has worked admirably for many years, especially during Loudoun’s significant increase in population. His expertise in public service continues to make lasting positive impacts in his office and beyond. He is passionate about community causes and fosters partnerships to support our community and our business leaders. He is the most honest, pragmatic, trustworthy, and reliable person which has earned the respect of countless individuals who have the pleasure of knowing him. I strongly support Gary Clemens for re-election as Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Carol Barbe, President and CEO, Backflow Technology
"Our real estate settlement office works frequently with the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Gary Clemens has demonstrated exceptional leadership as he implemented numerous technology innovations that permit title companies and settlement agencies to have enhanced access to public information. Having this access allows professionals to better serve their clients especially when buying or selling a house. During the pandemic, Gary and his team continued to serve faithfully and consistently allowing real estate transactions to continue. Gary and his dedicated team provide steady valuable customer service establishing a model for all Clerks of Circuit Court. I am pleased to support the re-election of Gary Clemens to continue as our Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Kate Gordon, Owner/CEO, Loudoun Commercial Title Company
"I have had the pleasure of working with Gary Clemens in Loudoun County for the past 20 years. Gary is dedicated to serving the citizens of the County of Loudoun. Gary has shown great leadership as past President of the Virginia Court Clerks Association and as a current member of the Executive Committee. He is respected statewide for his accomplishments and innovation in his duties leading Loudoun County into the future. Loudoun County, as one of the fastest growing localities in Virginia, is fortunate to have Gary Clemens as their Clerk of the Circuit Court. I urge Loudoun voters to re-elect Gary Clemens as Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Vic Mason, Clerk of the Circuit Court, King George County
"Having practiced law for 35 years in Northern Virginia, I am qualified to unequivocally state that Gary Clemens has the best clerk’s office in Virginia. Throughout his tenure, Gary actively engages his stakeholder clients to discuss ideas and improvements as he develops innovative approaches to running his office. He has developed cutting-edge technologies to make his office operate more efficiently while maintaining a hometown-friendly atmosphere. Gary is a prime example of what a Clerk of Circuit Court should be."
- Rhonda Paice, Partner – Marquis Law Group, Former President of the Loudoun County Bar Association
"Gary serves our county so well as Clerk of the Circuit Court. His aspiration to lead is purely driven by his desire to serve others. His passion and genuine concern for the residents of Loudoun County is commendable. His willingness to help and his collaborative nature breaks down barriers to pursue a good solution for all. His love for Loudoun County and the people he serves is evident through his accomplishments as the Clerk. We are fortunate to have Gary and I am pleased he wants to continue serving as our Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Stacey Metcalfe, CEO, Morven Park, Leesburg
"We are honored to endorse Gary Clemens for re-election as Clerk of the Circuit Court in Loudoun County. Gary shares our commitment to preserving and highlighting our County’s rich and unique history. Gary understands the value of our records for present and future generations as he aggressively makes these records available for research, displays, and digital access. He ceaselessly seeks grants to digitize the most priceless historic records. We heartily support Gary’s continued service to our community and we urge his re-election as Loudoun’s Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Rich and Tracy Gillespie, Local Historians and History Educators
"I have observed Gary’s effective leadership and innovative programs in one of the fastest-growing jurisdictions. Gary has impressed me with his vision, his ability to bring teams together to solve problems, and his talents to lead a valuable constitutional office. He has been very fiscally prudent and responsible with taxpayer resources as he implements customer service programs. His accomplishments are amazing and the residents of Loudoun County as well-served by this good and faithful public servant."
- John T. Frey, Clerk of the Circuit Court, Fairfax County
"Gary Clemens is a great public servant as he has modernized the technologies and operations of this important constitutional office, aggressively preserved valuable historic records and contributed his talents to numerous community service programs in Loudoun. Gary is truly non-partisan and a professional as he runs his office like a business with a keen focus on customer service. We are truly fortunate to have him here in Loudoun and I encourage everyone to vote to re-elect Gary Clemens."
- Shawn Mitchell, CEO and Owner, Modern Mechanical
"Our business celebrated our 25th anniversary recently and I have had the privilege of working with Gary Clemens during the majority of those years. During his tenure as our Clerk of Circuit Court, Gary has introduced cutting-edge and safe technology that permits our business to access the public information we need to better serve our clients. Gary led us through uncharted territory with new technologies and creative business approaches which paid off during the pandemic as these technologies allowed us to stay in business. He works tirelessly to ensure his office meets the demands and needs of Loudoun residents. Gary Clemens is simply a great public servant and we need to re-elect him as our Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Valerie White, CEO/Owner, Blue Ridge Title Company
"Public servants must have an openness to learn, a desire to help others, an ability to engage people, and an understanding of what it takes to labor for the public good. These attributes define Gary Clemens, our Clerk of Circuit Court. Gary is the epitome of a public servant. He cares deeply about his community, he selflessly gives of his time and he is always willing to take your call when you need help. Gary is someone who lives up to his promises. He has a proven track record of success, he has a dedicated service record and he has a commitment to ensuring our community is the best it can be. We need him to continue serving so re-elect Gary Clemens as Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Donna Fortier, CEO – Mobile Hope of Loudoun
"Gary Clemens goes above and beyond as the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Digitizing court records and providing electronic filing of court cases has been a tremendous tool for local attorneys who file cases in the circuit court. Gary constantly implements customer service improvements and he is always accessible, approachable, and helpful to his clients and residents who seek services from his office. While very busy with his constitutional duties, Gary is generous with his time and energy as he passionately serves many worthy community causes in Loudoun. I am grateful for Gary’s service as our Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Renee Berard, Partner-Berard Robinson P.C.
"I have worked with Gary Clemens on legislative and technology projects to ensure all clerks of circuit court have opportunities to better serve Virginia. Gary has been vigilant in our common goals of making public records more accessible. As a leader and mentor over the years to many Clerks like me, Gary shines as a trusted and valuable public servant. I encourage the voters in Loudoun to re-elect Gary Clemens as Clerk."
- Chaz Haywood, Clerk of the Circuit Court, Rockingham County/Harrisonburg
"One of our most important duties is to complete the real estate transaction by recording legal documents in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner. Gary Clemens represents what is best about professionalism in local government as he demonstrates outstanding leadership. Gary has maintained his customer service reputation while implementing a paperless electronic recording of deeds system. He has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to innovative technology, key services, and the public trust. It is my pleasure to endorse Gary for re-election as the Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Mary Mastapeter, Settlement Agent, Real Estate Title Company, Ashburn
"Gary has earned my support for re-election as our Clerk of the Circuit Court. Gary and his staff have prioritized impeccable service to the public who frequently do business with his office. His efforts and leadership to modernize the office with electronic access to records and the offering of electronic filing demonstrates his forward-thinking approach to doing the public’s business. Gary is diligent in his duties, congenial to everyone he meets, and readily accessible. His service and record as our Clerk is simply exemplary."
- Penn Bain, Attorney-Sevila Saunders Huddleston & White P.C.
"Gary Clemens is an exemplary public servant. He has served the Loudoun County community with heart, passion, enthusiasm, and excellence for many years. In my personal experience with Gary, he is a man who takes pride in connecting with the community by offering assistance and guidance when needed. I am proud to know that I can count on his unwavering support. It is my hope that Gary will continue to serve and represent our community for many years to come as our Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Erica Rowe, CEO/Owner, Business Brand Ambassador
"Gary Clemens has been a true leader in Virginia while serving the citizens as the Circuit Court Clerk in Loudoun County. I have had the distinct honor of witnessing Gary’s leadership for many years. He has worked tirelessly on significant issues that benefit his own constituents as well as all Clerks in the Commonwealth. Gary is always willing to share his knowledge and experience with his Clerk colleagues around the state because he genuinely wants all Clerks to be the best public servants. Loudoun County is blessed to have him serving their community, so I encourage the voters in Loudoun to re-elect Gary Clemens as Clerk of the Circuit Court.”
- Tina Sinnen, Clerk of the Circuit Court, City of Virginia Beach
"A true public servant has the responsibility of listening, caring for and supporting his citizens and Gary Clemens demonstrates these attributes while representing the people of Loudoun County. Despite his busy schedule, he took the time to assist my fiancé and me with the marriage license process. His personal assistance to us was outstanding and special. It was his small act of kindness and caring that meant so much to us and shows how he truly cares for the people he serves as the Clerk of the Circuit Court."
- Jackie Paige Joyner, Marketing and Promotions Executive
Authorized by Friends of Gary Clemens