Leanne & Christopher
Wedding Party
Allison Smith
Maid of Honor
Allison is Leanne's older sister. Growing up together, the two played soccer, board games, and pretty much anything to spark their competitive nature. Though Allison and Leanne are as opposite as can be, they have remained close through the years (I mean Allison even followed Leanne to Orlando...;) ). Allison is now an art teacher at a local Elementary school in Orlando!
Ken Elsen
Best Man
Ken has known the Groom for most of their lives, starting in High School. They went to UCF together and shared a house for part of that adventure where some fun themed parties occurred. Over the years they've kept in touch talking, visiting each other, and gaming online. Chris was Ken's Best Man and they are excited for him to return the favor.
Kristen Wiley
Bridesmaid
Kristen is Leanne's cousin (older by only 3 months!). They grew up together two houses down and have always been like sisters. Kristen and Leanne could typically be found playing tag, Neopets, Dogopoly (yes a dog version of Monopoly exists), or singing all of the jingles from every commercial. They could figure out a way to entertain themselves no matter the place or objects available. Kristen and Leanne remained close continuing onto UCF together and eventually moving into the same building together...twice! Kristen now owns her own company Statusphere and she is the ultimate boss lady.
Geroul Lasala
Groomsman
Geroul and Chris met while working at Aquatica and has kept in touch since his time there. Geroul and his wife Becca often have game nights and double dates with Leanne and Chris. Other shared hobbies between the two couples include being foodies and trying new things like rock climbing and escape rooms!
Trish Luksich
Bridesmaid
Trish and Leanne met in college at UCF. The two became fast friends as they were both in the same major, played soccer together and met on the running club! Trish and Leanne spent time coming up with costumes for themed parties, studying together, and playing ALL of the sports. Trish is now studying to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy at UM and Leanne couldn't be prouder!
David Malys
Groomsman
David works with Chris in Leadership at Aquatica currently. They've known each other for several years from Water Safety at Aquatica to Guest Arrivals. Chris and Leanne also see David outside work, line dancing at Cowboys and running in many races for free t-shirts.
Becca Tourtelot
Bridesmaid
Becca and Leanne also met at UCF through mutual friends of the running club (noticing a theme?). Becca and Leanne share a mutual love of soccer and played together on Soccer Sundays and IM teams. The two also found that they enjoyed line dancing and would practice their moves at the line dance club, Cowboys. Becca and Leanne grew even closer after graduation, becoming roommates for a short time and eventually becoming each others typical brunch dates. Becca has recently moved to Colorado and was married to her husband Matt there in October 2019!
Michael Fortiche
Groomsman
Michael is another coworker of Chris in Leadership at Aquatica. They met when Chris switched to Guest Arrivals and bonded over their work in the private cabanas. Chris and Leanne had the pleasure of attending Michael's wedding in May of 2019!
Sarah Dillon
Bridesmaid
Sarah and Leanne also met at UCF through Trish. Sarah and Leanne became close friends as Sarah was always willing to help Leanne break out of her shell and have a good time! They also enjoyed playing soccer together on Sundays and Sarah even had to coach Leanne through an entire game of being goalkeeper! The two have remained close as they have both continued to live in Orlando after graduation. They continue to hang out with dinners, brunches, and long walks or bike rides!
Kelsey Helm
Bridesmaid
Kelsey and Leanne also met in college through Becca! The two became friends through their mutual enjoyment of line dancing and Disney movies. After graduation, Kelsey moved out to Colorado, and is now living with her husband Dalon in Arizona. Kelsey and Leanne continue to be friends and still get together for girl group trips!