Brad Ward
Executive Director
A Florida native, Brad earned his undergraduate degree at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, OK and his M.L.S. degree at the University of South Florida in Tampa. He has worked for the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative (reporting to Bernadette Storck), the Tampa Bay Library Consortium (reporting to Barbara Stites) and has been with NEFLIN since 1997. Brad and his wife Marilyn are the proud parents of a beautiful boy and girl. As a former musician Brad enjoys listening to his extensive music collection. He is also getting older so he plays pickleball, travels, and eats dinner no later than 5:00pm.
Jenny Eason
Member Services Coordinator
Jenny grew up in Clay County, and received her undergraduate degree in English from Harding University in Searcy, AR. She received her MLS from Florida State University. She has experience as both a librarian and as a teacher at Harding University, Flagler College, the School District of Clay County, and Daegu International School in South Korea. She enjoys traveling anywhere she has the chance to go, reading, writing, taking pictures, and spending time with friends and family.
Katie Jackson
Continuing Education Coordinator
Katie grew up in Clay County, received her undergraduate degree in English and Journalism from Flagler College. She recently graduated with her MLIS from Valdosta State University. She worked for the Clay County Public Library System for six and a half years in varying positions, from a Children’s Associate to a Branch Manager, and many in between. She has one amazing daughter who is passionate about music, participating in both marching band and chorus at school. In her spare time, Katie enjoys watching live music with her husband, swimming and golfing.
Beth Cox
Administrative Assistant
Beth Cox is a Clay County Resident and an Orange Park High School Graduate. She has an extensive background in office management and customer care, and she most recently worked in the health care industry. She is a people person who enjoys helping others. Her pride and joy, besides her husband and daughter, is her granddaughter, who she spends her free time with. She also enjoys daily walks, photography and travel.