Pierce graduated with a degree in Entrepreneurship and Family Business from Auburn University. He is the son of Clift Dempsey, owner of Leaf Cremation. Pierce has a passion for serving families, and is trained as a certified crematory operator, cremation arranger, and cremation administrator. In his time off, Pierce enjoys playing golf and spending time at the beach. Pierce and his wife, Ashley, are members of Trinity Church Kennesaw and have three children!