Michael & Alison
VIPs
Michael Arens
Groom
From St. Louis, MO, Michael grew up playing ice hockey and spending a lot of time outdoors. He's a coffee and comic book fanatic, a lover of monkeys, and an entrepreneur with a mission to clean our oceans. Michael loves chocolate, 70s disco and 90s rap, and beach days. He's a goober with a kind heart. He's seemingly shy at first but is truly a ball of energy.
Alison Walsh
Bride
From LA county, Alison is a strong and creative woman who is kind and caring, supportive and loving. Alison grew up in SoCal experiencing the spoils of Disneyland and beach life. She loves photography and the ocean. Her and Michael are best friends and enjoy traveling and exploring the national parks together.
Sage Zonner
Best Man
Sage met Michael through ice hockey at Xavier. Sage and Michael lived together for 3 years on campus and were inseparable on and off the ice (literally would get kicked off the ice at midnight by rink owners). Sage is currently in med school in Chicago and if he’s your physician your should be scared!
Lensy Arce-Porior
Maid of Honor
Lensy was Alison's first friend on campus - they literally ran into each other in the stairwell & connected instantly. Living in the same dorm, Lensy & Alison had late-night bio study sessions and were each other's go-to person for all of the college drama. They were roommates at 1927 Cleneay & bonded over matcha, good food, impromptu photoshoots, and exploring the city on mini adventures.
Kevin Ketchell
Groomsman
Kevin and Michael unknowingly met when Pope Francis came to Philly, and Kevin helped Michael move into St. Joes (Kev's highschool) for the week. A few years later, they met through Xavier hockey and roomed together all 4 years. Michael & Kevin enjoyed endless spike ball tournaments and getting loud together.
Em Walsh
Man of Honor
Em is Alison's younger brother who loves 80s music, cosplay, and a really good French toast. Em & Alison used to make "music videos" starring our dogs and each other, create dances and plays to perform for our parents, and venture out in the backyard to wreak havoc. They bond over anime, video games, and karaoke.
Kenneth Reller
Groomsman
Kenneth is one of Michael’s oldest and goofiest friends who went to 7th-12th grade with Michael. Kenneth became a hockey fanatic through our friendship and was by his side when the Blues won their 1-and-only Stanley cup.
Rachel Primack
Bridesmaid
Rachel & Alison were roommates at Xavier & quickly bonded over alternative music, our west-coast hometowns, and the outdoors. They loved taking photos, long walks, and having wholesome art & wine nights. Rachel showed Alison all around her hometown in Portland, where Michael and Alison lived for a year after college.
Trevor Conschafter
Groomsman
Trevor and Michael played hockey together at Xavier and would spend many mornings before classes watching Seinfeld and having coffee. Also, he was Michael's counterpart to the fire-and-ice Blades of Glory costume! (the photo is iconic)
Zoë Platt
Bridesmaid
Zoe and Alison met through mutual friends at Xavier and would go on to be roommates the last 2 years of Xavier. Zoe was the go-to basketball-game buddy, as a major Cavs fan, and was the ultimate hype girl. Zoe and Alison loved hosting our friends at our house for girls nights, getting ready together, and watching reality TV.
Hayden Johnson
Groomsman
Hayden is Michael’s younger cousin who never missed out on any shenanigans while growing up together! Michael was Hayden’s confirmation sponsor, and they share a love for comics, good films, and goofy memes.
Emily Langbo
Bridesmaid
Emily and Alison were roommates sophomore year at Xavier and remain best friends to this day. Emily & Alison would have guitar jam sessions & sing together, grab coffee and talk about faith, and eventually, Emily became Alison's confirmation sponsor! They loved wine nights in, making up and learning dances, and running around in the snow at night.
Dylan Walsh
Groomsman
Dylan is Alison's older brother & Michael’s new brother from another mother! Dylan & Alison grew up with many weekends at Disneyland and getting each other into trouble. Dylan & Michael share a love for *fine* coffee, food, history, and nerdy tings.
Amanda Walsh
Bridesmaid
Amanda is Alison's sister-in-law (Dylan's wife) and has been a part of the family since Dylan & Amanda were 14 and 15! Amanda loves Disney, Broadway, and good tea.
Logan Weiss
Groomsman
Logan is Michael’s brother from another mother (brother in law) who bonds with Michael over engineering, memes, and hiking.
Lauren Weiss
Bridesmaid
Lauren and is Michael’s older sister who is free-spirited and artistic. As Michael and Lauren grew up, they got closer and now enjoy beach days and fun times in the socal sun!