Connor & Lindsey
Wedding Party
Lauren Zinter
Matron of Honor
Lindsey’s big sister, best friend, and role model all in one. They were always close and supportive of each other growing up. They share a passion for traveling together, trying every food option, watching sports, and drinking craft beer. Although Lauren lives in Minnesota, they still find a way to talk daily!
Tom Pedretti
Best Man
Tom and Connor have known each other since elementary school, becoming best friends through years of playing basketball and soccer together. Whether it was the hours spent on the sportcourt, or touring through South America together, or maybe just the fact that he's one of the best guys around, Tom has always meant the world to Connor.
Rachel Rey
Bridesmaid
Rachel and Lindsey grew up together, however, they didn't become close until high school but have been best friends ever since. They enjoyed getting frozen yogurt, watching the Bachelor, and working out together. All these years later and despite the distance, nothing has changed. You can now find them enjoying wine, making snacks, and enjoying a girl's day whenever Lindsey is back in MN.
Alex Esuoso
Groomsman
Connor met Alex his Freshman year at the University of Wisconsin, and they instantly became best friends. Plenty of fun nights out and random 3 AM conversations about sports statistics made them realize just how much they had in common (and how much they could talk). Living in different cities now has only meant that 10 minute phone calls end up being 4 hours.
Nikki Taylor
Bridesmaid
One of the best parts of Lindsey’s college experience was having Nikki as her senior year roommate. The most happy, down-to-have-a-good-time friend. They quickly became close, realizing they were the person the other needed most that year. If they weren't jumping around at Camp Randall, you could find them at the closest margarita, taco or beer spot!
Patrick Gifft
Groomsman
Connor's older brother and biggest role model growing up. It's a surprise to no one that they've turned into essentially the same goofy fun-loving person that loves a good adventure. Trips back and forth between AZ and CA each year have only strengthened their relationship, allowing them to get plenty of hikes and beer in together!
Taylor MacLeod
Bridesmaid
Taylor and Lindsey became friends in junior high and were on dance team together. Taylor figured out that living in Arizona was a lot more tolerable than Minnesota, and eventually Lindsey caught on! They love living in the same state again, giving them the opportunity to explore new beer spots, go on hikes, and do yoga together!
Josh Augustine
Groomsman
Connor and Josh became close in junior high, bonding over sports and intellectual conversations. No matter what they are doing or what's going on in life, they always find a way to have a good time. Drinking a beer, playing some FIFA, or just doing the right thing, Josh has always been there for Connor when he needs a friend.
Jill Winkler
Bridesmaid
Jill is Lindsey's future sister-in-law, first meeting a few years ago when visiting Connor’s brother, Pat, in San Diego. They immediately knew they would get along well. The two couples switch off visiting AZ and CA throughout the year, enjoying hikes, taking in pool/ocean time, and exploring the best brew spots. They will officially both become "Giffts" this year!
Trevor Gifft
Groomsman
Connor's younger brother and the person he probably spent the most time with during junior high and high school. Trevor has always set the bar high, aiming for the best and continuing to push Connor to try just a little bit harder at everything he does. Even though they now live in different states, Connor and Trevor pick right back up to the old days every time they see each other.
Kaci Wellik
Bridesmaid
Lindsey first met Kaci when she asked her to save her a spot at orientation for their Occupational Therapy doctoral program. Kaci told multiple people they couldn’t sit next to her, and the rest is history! They instantly became best friends through exploring Arizona, studying together, and learning what the OT is all about. They now enjoy their cheeseboard and wine nights the most!
Danny Schierman
Groomsman
Danny was one of the first people Connor met when he started working at Target and quickly became his "work bestie". They quickly bonded over morning coffee runs, weekly happy hours, and always having each other as an outlet when work didn't sound that fun. Danny's drive to make the most of life has always been something Connor has appreciated and looks forward to where that will take him.