Originally from Georgia, Brad received an undergraduate degree and a masters degree (MBA) from the University of Georgia. He also holds a masters degree (M. Div.) from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. His business experience includes six years in sales and management in Moultrie, Georgia and Gainesville, Florida. He enjoys reading and traveling, and is an avid sports fan. Brad and his wife, Julie, have three children: Amy, Andrew, and Evan.