Wedding Party

Ashley Powell

Maid of Honor

Emily's younger sister, business partner, & most importantly, best friend!!! If you know Ash, you love her! She has a contagious spirit, is the best listener, and always down for a little retail therapy. Emily & Ian couldn't imagine their wedding day without her!

Cameron Hayner

Best Man

Cameron is Ian's first cousin, but he is more like Ian's brother. Cameron and Ian grew up in rival high schools, but went to the same college together. When they are together, they are quite goofy because they constantly quote movie lines and memes. Ian is very thankful for Cameron and could not have chosen a better best man for his wedding day.

Macy DePew

Bridesmaid

Macy is Ian's younger sister, and has quickly become one of Emily's good friends! She's always willing to help, even if it's with giving a sarcastic joke (her trademark). You can't find anyone more thoughtful, kind, & supportive than Macy!

Luke Powell

Groomsman

Luke is Ian's future brother-in-law and has quickly become one of Ian's best friends. Luke and Ian love to shoot basketball and make fun of Emily. Ian is Luke's number one fan and proudly wears the purple and gold for #17.

Abby Ridout

Bridesmaid

Abby is one of Emily's best friends from Liberty University. She's known for her spontaneity & always forcing her friends to go to Waffle House (especially after midnight). Abby's a great advice-giver, always supportive, a true outdoors-woman, and the one you call if you want to have a good time!

Levi Soucie

Groomsman

Levi is Emily's sister's boyfriend. He and Ian bonded over sleeping in the Powell basement together. Every night, they battle creepy dolls, TV noise, intense darkness and the Powell's creepy cat, Mowder. Together they can get through everything and the Powell basement creates a bond like no other.

Claire Struebing

Bridesmaid

Claire is Emily's first cousin, and one of her good friends! She's kind, intelligent, and one of the funniest people you'll ever meet. Ian's especially psyched to have someone else to talk science with in the bridal party!

Brent Horswell

Groomsman

Brent and Ian met at Redemption church in West Virginia. Ian had moved to WV for medical school, and Brent had reached out to Ian to help acclimate him. Ian and Brent hit it off very well and have become great friends. Ian is very thankful for Brent's hospitality, generosity and friendship.

Ellie Hocking

Bridesmaid

Ellie was one of the first friends Emily met while attending Liberty University, and the rest is history! She's a friend close to both Ian & Emily's hearts. She was infamously a barista with Emily at a local coffee shop in Lynchburg, and roomed with her in Nashville for a year post-grad. If you need a good laugh, Ellie's your girl!

Cameron Davis

Groomsman

Ian and Cameron have been friends since 2010 when they met at their middle school gym class. Ian and Cameron quickly bonded over baseball and playing FIFA. Cameron and Ian have kept in touch since their middle school days despite living in different states. Ian had the privilege of being a groomsmen in Cameron's wedding, and he is honored to have Cameron in his wedding.

Hannah Diaz

Bridesmaid

Hannah is Emily's first cousin, and good friend! She introduced Emily to Liberty University, so we can thank her for Ian & Emily finding each other! Hannah is one of the most welcoming, thoughtful, and nicest souls you'll ever meet!

Conner Chevalier

Groomsman

Conner and Ian met in college at Liberty University. Ian and Conner love to talk about sports, particularly soccer. They became close while playing for their intramural broom ball team "dangle, snipe and celly". Ian is honored to have Conner with him on his big day.

Hannah Fauth

Bridesmaid

Hannah is one of Emily's best friends, and a former college roommate. She's a huge lover of family-sized snacks from Costco (seriously, HUGE). Hannah is the type of friend that would give you the shirt off of her back; she's so thoughtful, selfless, and undeniably kind. She's pretty fun to be around, too!

Daniel Miller

Groomsman

Daniel and Ian met when Ian moved to West Virginia. Daniel and Brent are roommates and had taken Ian under their wing as he prepared for medical school. Ian and Daniel have become very close and Ian is very thankful for Daniel. Ian is also very thankful that Daniel is always willing to go to Cracker Barrel.

Kaitlyn Skarstein

Bridesmaid

Kait & Emily first met at Liberty University, but didn't become close friends until moving to Nashville together in 2021. She has an infectious personality & brings the fun to every room she enters! Kait is known by many different nicknames, but if you see her, call her Kitty.

Gabe Magan

Groomsman

Ian and Gabe have been friends since they were in diapers. Growing up in different cities, they reunnited at Liberty University as roommates. They became close during their time at Liberty, and have stayed in contact since they graduated. Ian had the privilege of being a groomsmen for Gabe's wedding, and he is honored to have Gabe share in Ian's big day.

Madison Doise

Bridesmaid

Madison is Emily's longtime college roommate (that's right, they lived together all 4 years) and one of Emily & Ian's best friends! She's easily one of the most steadfast, supportive, and funniest friends you could ever dream up. If you really want to see her shine, challenge her to a dance battle on June 16!

Mikey Summerson

Groomsman

Ian and Mikey met through mutual friends at Liberty University. They quickly hit it off and have become best friends. Ian and Mikey love to goof around and Mikey never fails to make Ian laugh. Ian is very thankful for Mikey's friendship and looks forward to having him stand with him on his wedding day.

Sydney Sigmon

Bridesmaid

Syd is one of Emily's best friends & former roommate from Liberty University! They share a common love (obsession) with pets, fun coffee shops, & all things video!! Emily & Syd both lived in Nashville last year, hanging out & doing anything but work (oops). This wedding wouldn't be the same without Syd!

Zach Bloye

Groomsman

Ian and Zach met during their sophomore year at Liberty. They quickly hit it off because of their love for 80's music and quick-witted jokes. They became best friends when they lived off campus together, and have been close ever since. Ian had the honor of being a groomsmen for Zach's wedding and looks forward to having him be a groomsmen for his wedding day.

Paige Strimer

Flower Girl

JJ Kneeland

Ring Bearer