Wedding Party
Alexis Contreras
Matron of Honor
Life of the party, playlist professional, and wife of Anthony Contreras Emma and Alexis first connected in high school as the only two prospective students willing to engage with the tour guide at an "Accepted Students Day" at Salve Regina University. Alexis and Emma became fast friends as soon as they arrived on campus in the fall, sharing a mutual love for Quinn XCII, obscure rap songs, The Bachelorette, and pigs in a blanket. As only children, Emma and Alexis see each other more as sisters than best friends.
Trevor Coleman
Best Man
Instagram Reel consumer, loud laugher, and world traveler Trevor and Greg have bonded in all the worst ways - West Point, Ranger school, Airborne School, and jumping both out of planes and off bridges (with bungee, of course - and they weren't scared at all, don't worry). During IBOLC, Trevor, Beau, and Greg were an inseparable trio at 7602 Knollview Drive, where Christmas decorations stayed up year-round and good times were endless. Trevor and Greg have since traversed the globe together, exploring Hawaii, New Zealand, Australia, and Argentina.
Meghan Kearns
Bridesmaid
Pinterest expert, Fairfield nursing student, and social media queen Meghan is Emma's younger cousin on her father's side. However, if you were to ask anyone else, they are much more likely to brand Meghan and Emma as sisters - both girls share passions for shopping, coastal aesthetics, and Type A tendencies. Whether it's through wardrobes or Pinterest boards, the two are always sharing new inspirations and trends. Emma and Meghan proudly wear the title of carbon copies (in every way, aside from their hair color).
Winston DeRoy
Groomsman
Shane Gillis enthusiast, dog dad, and the biggest LSU fan you will ever meet Greg and Winston first met during IBOLC. The two became fast friends thanks to their shared (and exquisite) senses of humor. While the Army may have taken them separate ways after IBOLC, Winston and Greg then reunited after short stints in Alaska and Tennessee, where Emma then joined them for many nights of foolishness in Columbus, Georgia. Winston is a proud dog dad to his heeler mix, Lady May.
Kailey Swenson
Bridesmaid
Devoted lab mom, mental health therapist, and wife of Jakob Swenson Kailey and Emma met at Fetch Park, where they quickly realized their most important commonalities - owning chocolate labs named Tucker and working as Mental Health Therapists! Kailey and Emma have been inseparable ever since, encouraging each other's shopping addictions and excessively long-winded conversations along the way. Fun fact: Kailey and her husband, Jake, traveled all the way to Savannah to surprise Emma and Greg on the night of their engagement!
John Swanson
Groomsman
Strava champion, running enthusiast, and husband of the lovely Samantha Swanson John and Greg first met their freshman year at West Point, where they both spent their time as cadets in Circus company. Greg and John became extremely close over the next four years, sharing both a room and endless all nighters.
Sam Winebrenner
Bridesmaid
Bridal bootcamp extraordinaire, Labor & Delivery nurse, and wife of Caleb Winebrenner While the universe unfortunately did not bring the two girls together during their time at Fort Campbell, Tennessee, Emma and Sam then met within months of moving to Fort Benning, Georgia. The two share passions for hosting, fitness, matching workout sets, and of course: TJ Maxx! Sam is a loving dog mom to her rescue pup, Kuma. If you need an expert photographer or hype woman, Sam is your girl - and if you can't find her at the reception, make sure you check the dance floor first!
Jake Samit
Groomsman
Charcuterie board connoisseur, mead maker, and handstand professional Like many men in the bridal party, Jake and Greg also met during IBOLC after attending West Point together. After graduating from IBOLC, Jake and Greg both moved to Fort Campbell, Tennessee, where they filled their time with signature charcuterie boards and Shark Tank.
Jen Paiva
Bridesmaid
Telemetry nurse, brainiac, and Jellycat enthusiast Jen and Emma first met in Spring 2017 when they connected via Facebook and decided to be freshman year roommates at Salve Regina University. Little did they know, that would be the beginning of a lifelong friendship, four years of being roommates, and an inseparable friend group. Emma and Jen spent their time at Salve color coding their notes, proofreading each other's papers, and becoming unnecessarily passionate about their sophomore year Spanish class.
Christian Fay
Groomsman
The most interesting man in the world, outdoorsman, and vehicle connoisseur Fay and Greg met at La Salle, where they began one of the most exciting relationships ever. Together with all of the boys, Fay and Greg traversed the nation chasing sunsets and rarely sleeping. While together, they experienced some of the most beautiful sights in the world including Badlands National Park, the Grand Canyon, and most beautiful of all, Kanab, Utah. To this day, Greg and Fay are constantly looking for the next exciting adventure.
Monica Hart
Bridesmaid
Loving poodle mom, queen of thoughtful gestures, and devoted wife of Bobby Huepfel Monica and Emma were likely destined to be friends before they even met. Having both married C2 West Pointers, Monica and Emma have braved the ups and downs of military life together since first meeting one another at Fort Benning. Known for always being "on the pulse", Monica does not miss a beat when it comes to trends - you can always find her adorned in the most chic clothing and accessories (with a beautifully executed Dyson blowout to boot). Monica has never wavered in her support for Greg and Emma's relationship, which they are both eternally grateful for.
Beau Kewley
Groomsman
Die hard lions fan, notoriously chill guy Beau and Greg met their freshman year at West Point, where they both spent their time as cadets in Circus company. After West Point, Greg and Beau lived as roommates at 7602 Knollview (along with Trevor) during IBOLC. While the Army separated them for Beau's two year "vacation" in Hawaii, the two have now reunited back in Columbus, Georgia, to attend Captain's Career Course together.
Becky Shaub
Bridesmaid
Lover of Instagram memes, obscure Spotify playlists, and women's rugby Becky is constantly bringing laughter wherever she goes. Despite their comically rough start to freshman year over a mutually desired dorm bed (in which a peace treaty was formed via an offering from Ma's Donuts), Emma and Becky were roommates all four years at Salve and have now been close friends for eight years. Known for her unpredictable behavior on aux, Becky always keeps things fun and interesting - if you are looking for embarrassing pictures of the bride, Becky will be happy to indulge you!
Tyson Pianka
Groomsman
Local Newport legend, bartender, and entrepreneur Tyson and Greg met in high school and have continued to find ways to make memories for years. From spontaneous cross country road trips to late night free style raps, Greg could always count on Tyson for a good time. Before the wedding, you can find Greg and Tyson taking a few mulligans on the golf course.
Jesse Greene
Bridesmaid
Telemetry nurse, girly girl, and fiancé of Shawn Conroy Jesse and Emma have been friends since their sophomore year at Salve Regina, where they met through the bride's Matron of Honor. Jesse and Emma bonded through their perfectionistic tendencies, enthusiasm for angsty female country singers (ahem, Kelsea Ballerini), and love for the color pink. Jesse is no stranger to the bride and groom's ceremony location - she sings in the church choir there! If you need makeup or hair help on wedding day, Jesse is your girl.
Ryan Benum
Groomsman
Big baseball guy, passionate financial auditor, dillydallyer Benum and Greg met in high school have had had a long lasting friendship, bonded by unexplainable stories and cross country road trips. Since high school, the two parted ways to pursue their passions but always make time to reunite. If you're looking for Benum, you can probably find him watching reels somewhere.
Emily Mowrer
Bridesmaid
Loving animal mom of four, ex- New Yorker, and wife of Zachary Mowrer Emma and Emily first met over 18 years ago at Bedford Road School, their elementary school in Pleasantville, New York. Emma and Emily became increasingly close throughout high school, where they worked at BRS' after school program for third and fourth graders. When they weren't working or at school, the pair could be found driving in three-mile loops around the entire town of Pleasantville. Emma and Emily spent almost every day during COVID quarantine tanning in a baby pool in Emma's backyard, and have shared a plethora of fun memories since.
Justin Mckenna
Groomsman
Bartender, Boston sports Superfan, and undercover Chef Justin and Greg have had the longest friendship out of all of the groomsmen. At any time since they met at La Salle, odds are that Justin and Greg were together. You can often find the two in deep competition in NBA 2k or reminiscing over old memories at one of the many restaurants on Federal Hill.