Mr. Zacharias grew up in Chilliwack. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Simon Fraser University in 2004, and received his Bachelor of Laws from University of Alberta in 2008. While attending law school, Mr. Zacharias won the inter-school Client Counselling Competition. He was then part of the University of Alberta team in the American Bar Association Client Counselling Competition where he placed third in the regional competition. He was also the recipient of the Maritime Law Book Award in recognition of first place standing in Professional Responsibility.

Mr. Zacharias is currently a Director of the Chilliwack Huskers Junior Football club, and acts as the Secretary Treasurer for the Chilliwack Bar Association.

In his spare time, Mr. Zacharias enjoys spending time with his family, playing hockey, traveling, and weightlifting.