Background

Clay is a U.S. Army infantry officer by training. He received his commission from West Point along with a Bachelor of Science in Military History. He went on to serve with distinction as a combat infantry officer in the 1st Armor Division, and the 10th Mountain Division, rising to the rank of captain. Having completed his term of service, Clay moved into the civilian sector and has had a successful 12-year track record at management level with several major corporations to include Merrill Lynch, General Electric, and HSBC Bank.k

Some of Clay's qualifications include:

  • Bachelor of Science, United States Military Academy, West Point
  • NLP Practitioner
  • Insights Practitioner
  • Diploma in Sports Pyschology.

“Because of your exceptional performance during the Partnership for Peace exercise, NATO and the 1st Armored Division were able to meet all training objectives as a result of your positive attitude and work. You were a great ambassador from our Army and nation. Thank you for a job well done.” - Major General William G. Carter III [note: this exercise was the first of its kind, with forces of 13 countries working together as a Multi-National force.]

“Clay can always be counted on as a clear thinking leader.” – Colonel Christian de Graff

Clay leads workshops and training events throughout the UK, and has coached individuals in the UK and America. Clay’s subjects of passion are personal development and leadership (especially, personal leadership).

Clay is often called in to lead motivational teambuilding events for senior management teams, and enjoys challenging people to think beyond the surface and really dig deep to explore what’s going on inside.

Clay is the lead coach for the Solo Ascent program and works with a core group of experienced coaches for the Ascent Experience.

Snowdon

“Clay has a way of challenging people’s self-limited beliefs in a non-threatening way and getting them to take action.” – Elaine Tucker, Training Manager

“Clay you’ve been an inspiration to me. You’re such a motivator.” – Iain Slone, Lead Singer of Slowjet

Clay is an avid adventurer. When he’s not coaching or training, he can often be found hiking, rock climbing, or mountain biking. Clay is the former captain of Team Taranis, which he led to a second place finish in a 10-day adventure race in Borneo. He is now captain of the newly formed Team Ascent.

Stanage

“To strive for personal excellence, you have to be present. You have to vow to be the best at whatever it is you are doing. Concentrate...be engaged...don't mentally drift to some far off place. Get engaged or go do something else.” – Clay Lowe