Growing up, Parker's family was involved in agriculture, which gave him a special appreciation for the land and its many uses. Parker earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Food and Agricultural Business at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He is involved with Ducks Unlimited, the National Wild Turkey Federation, and the Knoxville Area Association of Realtors. Parker was born and raised in Jonesborough, Tenn. where he still calls home with his Border Collie. In his free time, you can catch him outdoors, hunting and fishing, or spending time with his friends and family.