Wedding Party
Megan Wilder
Maid of Honor
Alex's little sister and built-in best friend. Megan is the baby of the Wilder Family, which is very fitting. She is obtaining her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education at Illinois State University and working at the YMCA. You can count on Megan being in bed by 8pm, reading her favorite Colleen Hoover book with her dog, Winnie.
Regan Danko
Bridesmaid
Regan is Brock's little sister and Alex's bonus little sister. Regan is currently a 4th grade teacher at LeRoy Elementary and volleyball coach for LeRoy Junior Varsity Team. Regan is Alex's go-to for staying up-to-date on all The Bachelor drama. She loves working out, hanging out with friends, and going out to eat.
Julia Wilder
Bridesmaid
Julia is Alex’s sister-in-law (Corey’s wife) and works at State Farm. Julia is the sweetest soul and just a down to earth girl. She has a passion for Target, Squishmallows, Starbucks, and dogs, especially her own, Lilo. She is always up for a spontaneous adventure and never shys away from any shopping trip.
Sarah Schaiper
Bridesmaid
Sarah is the big sister Alex never had! Their moms have grown up together and been best friends so it is only fitting that they also are. Sarah and Alex both attended Central Catholic High School and University of Illinois. Sarah is Alex's go to for any kinds of life advice, dog-mom problems, or absolutely anything reality TV related.
Julia Chillon
Bridesmaid
Julia is one of Alex's best friends from University of Illinois / Delta Gamma. Julia currently lives in Chicago and works as an analyst in people change management for CIBC (just know that she's really smart) and sits on the board for St. Jude. Ask her about old classic country music, her favorite cocktail recipe, or the best Chicago running spots.
Elaina Wilkens
Bridesmaid
Laina is one of Alex's best friends from University of Illinois / Delta Gamma. She and Alex lived together 3/4 years of their collegiate years so have truly seen all sides of each other. "Dr. Laina" currently lives in Chicago and is a medical student at Loyola, applying for residency in psychiatry programs. Friends in psychiatry >
Kristin Woo
Bridesmaid
Kristin aka "K-woo" is one of Alex's best friends from University of Illinois/Delta Gamma. She currently lives in New York and is finishing up her last year at Columbia Dental School and applying to orthodontic residency. Loves coffee and baking, which is why her and Alex are perfect for each other. Big fan of Great British Baking show and Paul Hollywood.
Cade Danko
Best Man
Cade is Brock's brother and the youngest of the Danko kids. Cade is a senior at Tri-Valley and will be attending Illinois Wesleyan University in the fall where he will play football. In the summer, he can be found at any local golf course. Cade and Brock bond over their shared love for biscuits and gravy, cinnamon rolls, and The Steelers.
Corey Wilder
Groomsman
Corey is Alex's oldest brother who graduated from Illinois Wesleyan and is a Real Estate Appraiser in Central Illinois. Corey lives and breathes college football and everything Florida State Seminoles. Brock and Corey also share similar interests in NCAA wrestling and anything off their meat smoker.
Andy Wilder
Groomsman
Andy aka "Drew" is Alex's 2nd oldest brother and graduated from Illinois Wesleyan and is currently a CPA at Gaggle (not Google, Gaggle). Down to earth guy who loves to travel. You can find him at the gym (most likely with Brock), watching any sporting event on TV, or grilling with a Coors in hand. The mountains are always blue.
Tommy Wilder
Groomsman
Tommy is Alex's youngest brother who also graduated from Illinois Wesleyan (there's a trend here) and currently works at State Farm. Tommy is the life of every party and can always get a laugh out of ya. If you want to spark a conversation with him, just ask him about his love for University of Illinois Men's Basketball and his disappointment every March that coincides with that love.
Tom Kinsella
Groomsman
Tom and Brock grew up together and both went to Illinois State University, where they lived together 3 out of 4 years. He currently lives in Franklin, TN. Tom knows and loves everything Kenny Chesney, Chicago Bears, and rum.
Jaylen Hayes
Groomsman
Jaylen is one of Brock’s best friends from Illinois State University. Jaylen currently lives in Frisco, Texas and owns his own fitness company @mobilegymjay 💪🏼. Jaylen and Brock love to catch up over 18 holes on the golf course.
Chase Fisher
Groomsman
Chase is Alex’s sisters boyfriend and one of Brock’s best friends. Chase is currently obtaining a finance degree from Illinois State Univeristy and works as a salesman while in school. Don’t leave Chase and Brock in a room together alone unless you want to hear hours upon hours of golf talk. We’re so happy Chase is (willingly) giving up a Saturday in August of golf to celebrate us!
Philip Westerfield
Usher
Philip and Brock have been friends ever since Brock moved to Tri-Valley. He went to college at the University of Missouri and currently lives in Kansas City, MO. Phil is a very "go with the flow" guy and enjoys relaxing over a round of 18.
Jack Butler
Usher
Jack and Brock became friends when Jack moved to Tri-Valley. He also attended Illinois State University with Brock and currently lives in Aurora, IL. Not a surprise that when he is in town you can count on him and Brock squeezing in a round of golf.