Wedding Party
Prateek Hundekar
Officiant, Groomsman
From the courts of Rick-up to the climbing walls of Halfmoon, Prateek has been one of the couple's closest friends since meeting at RPI. One of the original 4 "dingus crew" members, he has witnessed Cassie and Jitesh's entire love story play out from goofy dumb friends through to their goofy loving marriage. Most likely to take corny photos of his friends the entire evening.
Caitlyn McLoughlin
Matron of Honor
One of Cassie's oldest friends and her #1 confidant. From walking the halls of MSC looking like a mother-daughter duo with their height difference (Cassie's pint-sized friend, as coined by her dad) to being Caitlyn's favorite date to her sorority formals of RPI, they now spend nearly every weekend together gallivanting Boston with their hubbies. Their fun-loving personalities have clicked for over a decade and there's no one in the world quite like her <3 Most likely to be starting (and rocking) the dance floor!
Yogesh Pai
Best Man
Yogesh and Jitesh go way back to their first year of college, from Sunday beach soccer matches to traveling together for hours in the adventurous and life threatening Mumbai local trains on their way to undergrad. Spending their entire college time together wasn't enough, so they decided to continue doing that in the U.S. for their Masters in Florida as well, while still continuing to play soccer together (obvi). From co-owning a car to being roommates for many years, they have objectively spent way too much time together. Most likely to take over the DJ booth.
Sundar Venkat
Best Man
Since the first year of undergrad, Sundar and Jitesh have been up to questionable things. From the days of building a Tesla Turbine (and watching it explode) and traveling to conferences in the middle of nowhere, to walking around the streets of New York and hiking and camping in the Adirondacks while discussing life and science, Jitesh is very excited to have Sundar by his side on the big day. Most likely to tell embarrassing stories about Jitesh.
Nikki Botelho
Bridesmaid
Cassie's bestie since high school and her original wifey! Their close friendship began on the soccer field, supporting each other as the giggly sweeper/goalie duo. We love her for her beautiful smile and her momma bear nature. Most likely to be the first to ditch her heels :)
Rita Donohoe
Bridesmaid
Another of Cassie's high school friends, Rita ran side by side with Cassie over many a hurdle during their time together as track teammates, and they continue helping each other over life's hurdles today ;) While it was hard not to take it personally that she moved away from Boston the moment Cassie and Jitesh moved there (lol RIP) they have stayed close friends and look forward to every reunion. Most likely to make the bridal party go for a run the morning of the reception!
Trevor Roberge
Groomsman
A partner in crime at all family holidays and ski trips, Jitesh is happy to have gained an awesome brother like Trevor! Always competitive in card/board games, a solid wine drinking companion (despite him only loving white wine...), makes excellently dangerous craft cocktails, and Tommy's favorite uncle! Most likely to tell you embarrassing childhood stories about Cassie!
Morgan Silveira
Bridesmaid
Cassie's oldest friend and original soccer rival, a real enemies to besties trope! When she's not poking fun at Cassie or complaining about the taste of chocolate, she can often be found cheering on the USWNT or with her nose in a good book. We challenge you to find a kinder human with a bigger heart! Most likely to cry during the vows!
Benjamin Liddle
Groomsman
Ben and Jitesh met during grad school at RPI while playing soccer. Jitesh's original climbing mentor, Ben and Jitesh have spent some memorable times while climbing indoor and outdoor, visiting distilleries and breweries with his lil pup, Gio, and digging up holes on the Manomet beach at midnight. Most likely to corner you to tell you why New Mexico is the greatest place on Earth.
Melissa Spiegel
Bridesmaid
A wonderful human through and through, Melissa quickly become a dear friend of Cassie's during their time together in NY. Melissa has witnessed so much of Jitesh and Cassie's relationship and has been a constant source of support for the couple. She and Cassie have shared many frustrations over IST and just as many delicious meals prepared by the Prateek/Jitesh chef duo. From laughs on the beaches of Manomet (#IndianBluffAssoc.) to deeper convos about family and community, she is a very dear part of our lives! Most likely to go home with the officiant ;)