A native Virginian, Chris spent the first part of his career teaching at the elementary and middle school levels. Inspired by his students, he coordinated fundraisers that helped shed light on the challenges they were facing. After several successful events, it led him out of the classroom and into the non-profit world. More than ten years later, Chris draws from his experiences as an educator, a father to four boys and a loving husband to lead the Fatherhood Foundation of Virginia.

Rebecca has been in Richmond long enough to call it home; she is a transplant from Virginia Beach since graduating from VCU. Her career has taken her in many directions which has given her a strong focus on what is important in life – Family! She has been working with couples in various capacities for over 15 years and she is a Marriage & Relationship Coach with certifications in several programs. Rebecca has been married over 24 years and has a son and two daughters and knows from experience that raising a family is not for the faint of heart but also enjoys the rewards it brings in the long run!

Though Joe was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL, his family roots are here in Richmond, VA. Rev. Pierce has served in ministry for more than 20 years. He has a Bachelors Degree in Mass Communications from SEU, with a MS in Practical Theology and a MDIV from SAGU. He and his wife Rachel have been married for 6 years and have a blended family with two children together along with Joe’s two sons. The Fierce Pierce six reside in Hanover where they enjoy family life, friends, and fun.