The Arlington Business Hall of Fame honors men and women with a connection to Arlington County who have demonstrated a long record of successful management expertise and business skills, along with notable achievements and exceptional civic and community involvement.
The Chamber is pleased to announce that the late Erik Gutshall is our 2020 inductee into the Arlington Business Hall of Fame.
Erik Gutshall was the owner of Clarendon Home Services, a small business which he founded in 2008 in Arlington after recognizing that many homeowners didn’t have adequate time to care for their homes. Erik's business model offered regular routine maintenance to subscribers, along with full Class A contractor services for remodeling and renovations. In 2012, Clarendon Home Services was recognized by the Chamber as the Small Service Business of the Year, an achievement that he spoke of proudly.
Erik won a seat on the Arlington County Board in November 2017, and took office in January 2018. As a County Board member, Erik was able to call upon his experience as a small business owner and years of community volunteer leadership to advance conversations about the role that Arlington’s businesses play in strengthening our community.
Upon receiving a diagnosis of a brain tumor, Erik lost his short but fierce battle on April 16, 2020. Erik leaves behind his wife, Renee, and their three children in the Clarendon neighborhood. Click here to view Erik's full biography.
Virtual and limited in-person tickets are available for the 34th Annual Best Business Awards featuring the Hall of Fame induction on Tuesday, October 27 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The Best Business Awards is one of the most distinguished events in Arlington, recognizing businesses in the Arlington community that go above and beyond to serve clients and make Arlington a great place to work and live. Register here to secure your spot!
