Brandi & Bobby
Wedding Party
Blair Riley
Maid of Honor
Blair and Brandi met the summer of 2015 when they were getting ready to move into a house together with a mutual friend. Brandi & Bobby were making their way to Wintergreen for the weekend after dropping things off at the new house, and Blair was there with no plans for the weekend. Brandi decided that this was the perfect bonding opportunity and decided that weekend, she was kidnapping Blair and taking her to the mountains. In that one little trip, they became instantaneous friends! Over the course of their friendship, they have lived together twice, worked together at EDC, spent countless nights downtown, many sleepovers, hundreds of blackmail snapchat screenshots, and shared hours of laughter together! Brandi is so thrilled to have her best friend stand by her side on her wedding day!
Jim Ivins
Best Man
Jim & Bobby have known each other since the 1st grade. They have grown up together, & became close friends when they bonded over music in high school. Over AIM, Jim asked Bobby to sing in the greatest rock band of all time, Busted Wire. These two played & wrote music, & through that they traveled the country together. They have slept in a van & a floor, but made the best out of every situation & enjoyed the journey. In College, they decided they wanted to create a radio show promoting bands in RVA, & created Rag V and the Jive, I Heart Radio’s number 1 radio show for 5 years running! Jim & his family have been there for Bobby for over 22 years. Some of his fondest memories are hanging out in the Ivins’ basement jamming, watching tv, eating Domino’s Double melt pizza, or just talking life.
Lauren Wick
Bridesmaid
Brandi has known Lauren the longest of all of her bridesmaids, considering the fact that she is one of her two sisters! The two of them grew up together, and even shared a room at one point, where Brandi would climb down from the top bunk to shove Lauren around so she would stop snoring (sorry LouLou!!). Lauren and Brandi have become closer with age, and Brandi loves the times that she travels to Charlottesville to see Lauren and spend the day with her. If Brandi had to pick out one of her fondest memories with Lauren, it would be when they were camping a few years back with family, and all laughing and trying to recreate the sound of Lauren’s voice with her crater tonsils before they got removed! Brandi is so ecstatic to have her sister stand by her side on the biggest day of her life!
Reid Kidwell
Best Man
Reid & Bobby have been great friends ever since they met at VCU. Their love for sports, & specifically, VCU basketball anchors a friendship that has lasted for years. Whether it was braving the streets of San Antonio after VCU made it to the Final Four, or the guys enjoying a cold one in CO, they have traveled the country & have many stories to tell. Reid is honest with Bobby, & is a go to for advice. Some of the best days are Saturday morning premier league viewings at Penny Lane, followed by college football at the penthouse-penthouse, & nights in RVA. Bobby was Reid’s best man at his wedding & it is perfect that Bobby has asked Reid to be up at the altar supporting him on his big day. If you happen to catch one (or both of them), ask about their adventures, you won’t be disappointed!
Maya Wick
Bridesmaid
Maya is the youngest of the Wick sisters, and boy does she keep them on their toes! One of Brandi’s favorite things about Maya is that she always knows how to put a smile on her face and make her laugh. She makes sure that Brandi is in the loop with the latest hip lingo, no cap! (did I use that properly?!) While they are ten years apart from one another, they still enjoy spending time together when Brandi is home. Brandi and Bobby hope that this season, Maya will be able to make it out to Colorado for a visit on the slopes! Maya has a great heart and cares deeply about other people, and Brandi knows that when she really needs someone to talk to, she can always turn to Maya. Brandi is really looking forward to celebrating her bid day with her sister by her side.
Alex Gary
Groomsman
Alex and Bobby are extremely similar, which leads to an exciting brotherly relationship. When these two are enjoying each other’s company it can be one of the strongest relationships in Bobby’s life. Alex is the one family member that Bobby keeps in touch with more when he is in Colorado, due to the two’s love for FIFA on the XBOX. Bobby always looks forward to playing with Alex, and spending time with him even when the two are thousands of miles apart. Bobby is honored to have Alex as a Groomsmen and standing with him on his big day.
Lauren Kidwell
Bridesmaid
Brandi and Lauren became friends when she started dating one of Bobby’s friends, Reid. Since Brandi had been around Bobby’s friends for quite some time at this point, she needed to give her stamp of approval on anyone that they dated. Brandi immediately knew after meeting Lauren for the first time that she would be a perfect fit for Reid (and now they are married!), and she saw the beginning of a friendship forming. Brandi and Lauren love to discuss the latest Bachelor and Bachelorette drama on ABC, talk all things wedding planning, or simply enjoy a night out having cider at one of the local spots in Richmond. Brandi is so happy to have Lauren be a part of her special day, and looks forward to celebrating together!
Andrew Gary
Groomsman
Bobby is excited to have Andrew with him on his big day. Andrew has been a consistent positive influence on Bobby’s life ever since they were little. Although Andrew is four years younger than Bobby, he looks to Andrew for guidance in both the financial world, as well as his personal life. Andrew’s opinion carries weight in Bobby’s decisions, and helps to lead him in the right direction. Although Bobby and Andrew might not spend as much time as Alex and Bobby do, Bobby still looks forward to the time they do get to spend together, and make the best of every moment. Bobby is excited and glad to have Andrew as a Groomsmen, and near him on the wedding day.
Jessica McCarty
Bridesmaid
Brandi and Jessica met when Brandi started working for EDC at the beginning of 2017. With the construction industry mainly consisting of men, Brandi was sure to find the first girl in the office to bond with. They quickly became friends, and anytime you were looking for Brandi & she wasn't at her desk, you would be sure to find her around the corner talking to Jessica. They have spent many nights having dollar tacos at Tres Machos, random nights at her house playing music games on the Alexa (which Brandi sucks at!), and Brandi was even there after Jessica had her first baby, Hayley! Even being states apart, the two of them have continued to stay in touch, and any time that Brandi makes it back to Richmond for a visit, she always makes a point to plan time to catch up with Jessica!
Michael Duni
Groomsman
Bobby and Michael became quick friends in high school. Between their love of video games, music, and dumb shows/movies, they spent a lot of time together down in the art room during lunchtime, and hanging out at each other’s houses after school. They supported each other during the grind that was I.B. Music, and rewarded themselves with Mountain Dew and P’zones during the famous “Manovers” of ’06-’08. Bobby and Mike continue to stay in touch and remain close, although life has taken the two in different directions. During the summertime, Mike’s schedule is busier than Bobby’s, so anytime Bobby gets a call to hang out, the two 100% find time to catch up.
Carmella DeAbreu
Bridesmaid
Brandi and Carmella became friends in college when Carmella joined Phi Mu. They instantly bonded over the fact that they were both dating someone from the fraternity Phi Kappa Sigma, and made points to go to their parties together. At one point in their college days, they made sure that Phi Mu and Phi Kappa Sigma got involved in a dodge ball team together so that they could all on the same team. Brandi and Carmella would frequently find themselves on the sidelines of many fraternity intramural games and would end up spending more time talking than paying attention to the sports! With Brandi living in Richmond and Colorado, and Carmella now in Arlington, they don’t see each other as much as they would like. When they do, they are able to pick up exactly where they left off!
Thomas Robertson-Forrest
Groomsman
For an introduction to these two’s relationship, Bobby & Thomas were disruptors in Mr. Chet Childress’s English class Freshman year, when the two found a full-proof system of throwing objects across the room at one another, unnoticed. Of all of Bobby’s closest friends, he has spent the most time with Thomas, who after college, essentially changed the course of Bobby’s life by introducing him to Ski Butlers & convincing him to move to Colorado to pursue a new position. 4 years later, they are both managers for the company that they love, & still enjoy their time in Colorado. The two have lived, snowboarded, & worked together the past 4 years, but still have found a way to keep a solid friendship. Bobby looks forward to catching up outside the shop & on the mountain with Thomas this season
Chuck Thompson
Bridesman
Before Brandi and Chuck met, he was one of Bobby’s friends, and still is! It didn’t take long to convert Chuck over to #TeamBrandi, as they bonded over their sarcastic sense of humor & their joy in people watching. From there very beginning, Chuck has been a huge support system for Bobby & Brandi’s relationship & has been there any time either has needed to vent or wanted some advice. After one of the first weekends that Brandi got to spend getting to know Chuck, she immediately knew he was going to be one of her closest guy friends, and she was right! Brandi has spent many weekends watching Marlowe as well as catching up over drinks and those Grandma’s Cookies! While Brandi has claimed Chuck to stand up on her side, her and Bobby are both excited to have him be a part of our special day.
Will Fletcher
Groomsman
During high school, Bobby and Will were part of the same group of friends that included Michael Duni and Thomas Robertson-Forrest. However, Bobby and Will formed an extremely close relationship when they both got involved in Theatre at Trinity. Will was an exceptional stage hand/manager, and theatre tech during the same time that Bobby was involved in acting. The two built a chemistry and trust through working together, which inevitably led to a close friendship. During their time at VCU, the two spent a lot of time together frequenting the local bars, and enjoying music events around Richmond. The two would always keep each other involved in their lives, and always look forward to the next chance to catch up over a Richmond Special at Mojo’s.
Chris Snowden
Groomsman
Bobby and Chris became friends in high school when they both were involved in Theatre at Trinity. Fun Fact, Bobby got inebriated for the first time at Chris’s Parents house! (Sorry mom & dad). They were in the same performance Bobby’s Soph year, & they bonded over their comedic styles & witty humor. The two were part of a 3-man comedy play & spent a lot of time together building chemistry on the stage, which led to a great friendship outside of the theatre. Between Bobby visiting Chris in college, or catching up throughout the summer, they always seem to pick up where they leave off. One of Bobby’s fondest memories is waiting at Stool-Pidgeons in Richmond for Chris to drive up 95 coming back from school, and the two enjoying their first pints of the Summer at the bar, 3 summers in a row.
Buddy Donnelly
Usher
Bobby and Buddy joined the fraternity the same year, and the first time Bobby met Buddy, he didn’t actually realize his name was Buddy. For the longest time, he just figured everyone had known Buddy and were just using an ultra-familiar greeting with him. These pledge brothers love catching up and having a couple cold ones, whenever they are free. As part of the core group of Bobby’s friends, Buddy has known Brandi from the very beginning, and has been there for the two of them whenever they’ve needed some help/advice/a good friend to rely on. Bobby and Buddy helped bring multiple championships to Phi Kappa Sigma’s illustrious athletic dynasty, and the two still revel in their accomplishments any chance they get. Bobby is honored to have Buddy be part of his wedding party on his big day.
Taylor Fines
Usher
Also know as "Little Baby TayTay". The origins of Tay-Tay’s nickname are unknown, although it might (definitely) have something to do with the fact that he is one of the tallest members of the fraternity, and of Bobby’s wedding party! Bobby and Taylor met in Phi Kappa Sigma, when Taylor was still a new member. Bobby was there for Taylor’s 21st birthday, and many a Thursday and Saturday night together down in Shockoe Bottom. Bobby still doesn’t know how Taylor can stomach his Tay-Tay specials, but sometimes ropes Bobby into partaking, leading to a slow and painful recovery process. Taylor has been a good friend to Bobby and someone he looks forward to catching up with anytime he’s back in Richmond.
JC Moscicki
Usher
JC and Bobby were separated by a few Fraternity classes, but had an initial connection when they met over at 119 South Cherry Street. Paul Keyes, Bobby’s uncle and VCU baseball coach had recruited JC to VCU, a connection that has stayed with the two throughout college, and into their adult lives. The two would always find time to catch up, and grab a few drinks during the week. JC has been a staple in the group of friends Bobby has relied on through the great times and the tough times, and Bobby is honored that he will be part of his wedding party.
Kevin Grayson
Usher
Bobby and KG met at a Nacho Mama’s Christmas Party (Chris Snowden and Bobby were locals at this point and were invited), where they began to build a friendship over a few margaritas and some Christmas spirits. Ever since that night these two have gone on road trips, had barbecues, watched basketball games, and enjoyed each other’s friendship every step of the way. They’ve also watched each’s relationships grow. These two stayed in touch while Kevin was serving overseas, and when Bobby moved out west, and they always find themselves having a good time when they’re able to link back up. Bobby is excited that Kevin will be a part of Bobby’s big day.
Orion Pelausa
Usher
Orion was one of the first fraternity brothers Bobby met before he joined Phi Kappa Sigma, and was a main deciding factor when he made the decision to accept his bid. Through the new member process, Bobby and Orion became good friends and bonded over, you guessed it, video games. Orion was always there for Bobby during his new member process, and after Bobby joined, they became even closer when Bobby became the newest member of the “Red Stag” family, the family line that Orion was a part of. Throughout most of their post-college life, They have been able to keep in touch through Xbox live, and have kept each other updated with work, relationships, and life in general. Bobby couldn’t be more excited to be in Orion’s wedding, and is beyond excited that Orion will be part of Bobby's.
John Dawson
Usher
Dawson and Bobby have had a great friendship through their time at VCU, Phi Kappa Sigma, and adult life post-graduation. Whether watching Chelsea, The Capitals, or VCU Rams, they have always enjoyed catching up and rarely need an excuse to hang out when they are free. Dawson has traveled to Cincinnati and Louisville with Bobby to look at school, traveled to the A10 tournament in Brooklyn, and accompanied Bobby on many Wintergreen trips to get out of the city. Dawson was also one of the first people to visit Bobby a few months after he moved to Colorado. Dawson has been pursuing his career as an electrician, and Bobby couldn’t be prouder of him. With Dawson’s school and work schedule, Bobby really gets excited to hang out and have a beer with Dawson when they both find time to catch up.