We live in a great community. Every day I feel fortunate to be an Arlingtonian and to be your Commissioner of Revenue.
Elected in November of 2023, my goals are to continue to support our residents, businesses, and our talent pool, so we are ready for any challenges that come our way.
I am excited for our future, and I am looking forward to continuing to speak and engage with you and our Community.
About Kim
I grew up in a military family and have had the opportunity to live, work, and visit many different states, regions, and countries. However, I have now called Arlington home for over 20 years.
As a leader my personal values are: Connectivity & Collaboration, Community & Service, and Innovation & Impact.
I have taken on many volunteer roles in service to Arlington’s residents and businesses. Whether it be an HOA President and Treasurer, Civic Association President, Chair of an Advisory Commission or Local Non-Profit, and/or a Volunteer EMT, I have demonstrated how I lead by connecting, collaborating, and using service to bring our Community together.
My volunteer and my professional background have given me many skills-sets and experiences which enable me to bring innovation and impact to this role. As a Health IT Manager with Oracle-Cerner, I have learned to navigate the complexities associated with any Business Process Improvement and/or IT Projects. As a Senior Manager with Deloitte and a Division Director at ASCO, I have tuned my skills in the areas of project, budget, financial, and relationship management. As the Executive Director of the Columbia Pike Partnership, I have learned so much regarding small, medium, and large businesses, County operations, and navigation.
To learn more about my professional background please visit here.
I have lived all over Arlington. In my spare time, I enjoy Coaching Gymnastics, working out, and taking my pandemic pup on long walks through our Community. I am also a very proud parent of a foster child.
Here is a summary of my involvement & my experiences:
Priorities
Enhancing Marketing & Communications
I currently serve as the Executive Director for the Columbia Pike Partnership. In this role and in other volunteer and professional roles, I have learned the importance of ensuring your clients, customers, and the public are regularly informed and supported.
I will increase our engagement and communication so we can more regularly and more efficiently connect with our clients leading to increased visibility, connection, and online participation. I will also expand our language services and availability.
Enhancing Business Outreach & Support
The Commissioner of the Revenue’s office has the responsibility to provide and renew all Arlington County Business Licenses. This gives the commissioner’s office an amazing opportunity to help businesses, connect, collaborate, partner, and navigate the various County departments and other supporting organizations.
Through my volunteer and professional work, I have developed an amazing network across County departments, supporting organizations, and other sectors. I will utilize my experience, network, and team as we further enhance collaboration through various initiatives, that may include: streamlined business licensing processes, welcoming programs, transitioning to paperless transactions, and re-examining our key performance indicators.
Prioritizing Diversity, Talent Retention & Development
The Commissioner’s Office is fortunate to have a very diverse and talented Team. Especially during the “Great Resignation” it is imperative that we demonstrate how we value the diversity and talent of our Team.
Through my experiences leading volunteer and financially compensated teams, I have learned incredibly valuable lessons. I have learned how to truly value and leverage our diversity which is reflected in our marketing, communications, relationship-building, and customer service.
I will continue to ensure that talent development and retention is a priority, through the potential use of various techniques and programs, for example, but not limited to: debriefing & lesson-learned meetings, mentorship, skill-set development, management and leadership training, and team building activities within the immediate team and/or across departmental teams.
Support
The most important way you can support Kim Klingler is by making sure you vote!