Prior to going into ministry full-time, he was a Partner at the international accounting firm of KPMG and later an independent consultant in the areas of strategic planning, organizational development, process improvement and general business problem solving. Since becoming a Christ follower in his late 20’s, Clay’s primary ministry has been teaching Bible Studies and leading Small Groups. Clay also spent 12 years on the Board of KSBJ, including a 3 year term as its Chairman, and is active in leading a local community outreach ministry called Legacy Outfitters which reaches out to men who love the outdoors.