Clayton grew up all over the east coast before moving to Texas, where he has resided for the past 17 years. After playing college baseball, he pursued an overseas career before returning to get his MS degree in geology from TCU. He has several years worth of experience in both oil/gas exploration and now mineral exploration. He has worked at both large and small companies throughout his career. He is passionate about giving companies the tools they need for properly collecting geologic data that will ultimately add to a successful exploration program.