Councilor Cuffey was born in Norfolk, Virginia and graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in Portsmouth. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Virginia State University and is currently seeking his M. B. A.

He has achieved his Para-legal Certificate from Old Dominion University from Norfolk State University. He is also a Certified Personal Trainer.

Mr. Cuffey is married and has two children. He is employed by Alfa Laval, Inc., a Swedish company located in Richmond. Among his professional affiliations are NAPM-VA (National Association for Purchasing Managers of Virginia); Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.; and, the NAACP. He is a Volunteer Counselor at the Riverside Regional Jail.

Councilor Cuffey is active with the Arlington Road Church of Christ as Youth Director, Treasurer, and Trustee. He has been a member of the Neighborhood Watch Advisory Council, Industrial Development Authority, and the Promotions Advisory Board.