Wedding Party
Rachel Saxon
Maid of Honor
Rachel is Katie's best friend since birth. She is the sweetest little sister, friend, and maid of honor. Growing up together was so special; they can't wait to be adults together! Rachel is a kind and intentional human who cares fiercely for those she loves. Katie and Braden are so lucky to have her standing by their side on their wedding day, and Braden can't wait for another sister!
Ben Lange
Best Man
Ben was Braden’s roommate at Samford for two amazing years. Together they love to watch football, play golf, go on trips, and jam to Zach Bryan together.
Taylor Malmin
Matron of Honor
Taylor and Katie met junior year of college at Samford and were in ADPi together. They quickly became friends! Taylor is one of Katie’s biggest confidants and supporters. She is wise, selfless, and joyful. They love to jam out to Taylor Swift, have deep chats, and shop together! Her friendship is a gift!
Ian Brittain
Groomsman
Ian is Braden’s brother-in-law but feels just like a brother. Together, they love to talk smack to Braden’s sister, Macy. They enjoy long conversations over an ice-cold beer or glass of bourbon.
Macy Brittain
Bridesmaid
Macy is Katie’s future sister in law! She is so lucky to have Macy as a built in bestie and a forever friend. Macy is Katie’s reading buddy on the beach, the cruise director of family vacations, and a light to all who know her. It is a blessing is to be a part of her family and her friend!!
Austin Clark
Groomsman
Austin grew up playing baseball with Braden all throughout their time at North Cobb Christian. When they aren’t playing golf or seeing a movie together, they are having such good conversations that they wish they started a podcast together.
Nicole Brunet
Bridesmaid
Nicole and Katie met their year one of grad school at MGH Institute of Health Professions. They started as roommates, but have grown to spending long days “studying” together at coffee shops and exploring Boston. Nicole is always there to listen to Katie about everything under the sun and provide the best advice, comfort, and laughs. Boston wouldn’t be the same without her!
Wyatt Kent
Groomsman
Wyatt and Braden have been brothers since the fall of 2019 when he became Braden’s “little” in Pi Kappa Phi. When they are together, the vibes are high.
Catherine Byram
Bridesmaid
Catherine and Katie met their freshman year at Samford in ADPi. Besides serving on Panhellenic executive council together, they’ve learned to love to giggle about everything, find comfort in each other, and keep in touch through a long distance friendship. Catherine is a steadfast and kind friend with a special sort of joy in her heart, and Katie is so thankful to have her by her side!
Jonathan Masters
Groomsman
Jonathan and Braden met in the fall of 2019 when he joined Pi Kappa Phi. They have been close ever since and love to crack open beers and talk about baseball.
Winnie Folk
Bridesmaid
Winnie and Katie met in their junior year of college at Samford. Winnie is a loyal friend who always makes Katie laugh and provides so much wisdom! She is the type of friend who spreads joy no matter the situation. Katie is so lucky to have her as a bridesmaid!
Garrett Payton
Groomsman
Garrett and Braden became friends rushing Pi Kappa Phi together in 2018 and have often been called twins. Their love for the Braves, sports, and golf always calls for good times.
Caroline Hobbs
Bridesmaid
Caroline and Katie met when they were 12 at Camp Crestridge for Girls! They were lucky to find out they lived 10 minutes from each other when they left camp. Caroline is a forever friend in every way - through middle and high school, college, and grad school, Caroline always has her back. She is a friend who is excited about Jesus and shows that in the way she loves!
Craig Wood
Groomsman
Craig and Braden became friends in middle school even though they went to different schools. Craig is the happiest person in the world and his positive vibes are so contagious to everyone he meets.
Jillian White
Bridesmaid
Jill is Katie’s little from ADPi! From the minute they met, they knew they would be besties. Jill and Katie survived college together and are lucky enough to experience adulthood together as Boston neighbors. Jill is guaranteed to make you laugh and lift you up. Braden and Katie are lucky to have Jill as their biggest fan!
Nathan Woodward
Groomsman
Nathan is Braden’s oldest friend, meeting back in kindergarten at North Cobb Christian. These two truck owners enjoy going to the movie theater and talking for hours after about their thoughts on it.
Lauren Whitman
Bridesmaid
Lauren and Katie met on orientation day of grad school and wasted no time in becoming besties. They joke about being the same person, and most of the time it isn’t a joke. Lauren is a loyal friend who is confident, fiercely kind, and undeniably hilarious. She makes her friends feel so special and Katie is so thankful to have her as a bridesmaid and friend!
Chris Sander
Groomsman
Braden has known Chris since middle school and they grew up playing baseball together. They both love trivia, going to Braves games, golf, and listening to Creed.