Klay grew up and attended school in central Arkansas, earning his college degrees in Leadership and Public Administration from colleges outside the state. After joining the fire service, Klay was introduced to EMS, where he has served for 34 years.
Klay has been with LifeNet for six years and currently holds the position of Academy Coordinator. His career in emergency services includes 20 years as an officer in the fire service in various roles. After obtaining their paramedic license, he transitioned to EMS education, a field in which they have found his calling As Academy Coordinator, Klay is responsible for coordinating and teaching EMT and Paramedic courses. In his free time, Klay enjoys outdoor activities, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and indulging in reading and learning. A fun fact about Klay is that he was once lost in the Rocky Mountains for almost 48 hours at 13,000 feet of elevation and nearly died.