Giulio & Nicole
Wedding Party
Donny Killian
Officiant
Donny is one of Giulio's closest friends. They met on the volleyball court and became very good friends over the years. Donny and Giulio's friendship developed over Japanese BBQ, silly bets and many wars of Rock, Paper Scissors.
Katie ValVerde
Bridette
Katie is Nicole's 10 year old daughter. Katie and Nicole have been through so many life changing adventures and obstacles together. Katie is in 4th grade, loves ice skating, which she has studied in since she was 2 years old, anything that involves science or crafting, and her best friend Noelle. Katie has a one-eyed dog named Stitch, a turtle named Shelby, and a bearded dragon lizard that Giulio named Paco. Katie and Nicole enjoy "Mommy-Katie days" often, usually going to sushi or pho, getting their nails done together, or doing some kind of fun activity like seeing a movie, going horse back riding, or visiting the dog beach with our doggos.
Scott Mossler
Best Man
Scott has been one of Giulio's best friends for many years. They met while working at Best Buy together. Scott and Giulio share many passions ranging from sports, dancing battles and hat shopping.
Nicole Hitchcock
Maid of Honor
Nicole is Nicole's longest friend. They met sitting next to each other in their science class, 1st period, freshman year of high school. The bride was making jokes about the Mr. Magoo look alike teacher they had, Nicole was less than impressed, however their friendship grew over the years of high school. Nicole 1 and Nicole 2 have had many adventures together, several of which involved injury, laughter, torn or muddied jeans, off road vehicles, and protein bars. If their names weren't the same, you would think they were sisters.
Martin Fellbaum
Groomsman
Martin and Giulio met working at Allied Universal Security Services. Martin was more than just a manager. Martin was a mentor. Giulio credits Martin for giving him the tools to grow in the security industry. Martin and Giulio can be found often enjoying Martin's back yard. It could be BBQ or the occasional diving competition.
Brittney Galvan
Bridesmaid
Brittney is one of Nicole's most trusted friends. Brittney and Nicole share the enormous love of dogs, which brought them together at Nicole's grooming shop, as well as an affinity for horses. Brittney is a charismatic, honest, loyal, and fierce friend and is always up for a good time. She is always there to lend a listening ear and then tell you exactly what you need to hear. Nicole and Brittney enjoy frequent dinners together after work, usually eating sushi, and philosophizing the worlds greatest mysteries.
Marc Selik
Groomsman
Marc is one of Giulio's closest friends. Marc has also the distinction of being the person that introduced Nicole to Giulio at his wedding. Marc and Giulio met when they both needed a roommate and they have been great friends ever since.
Brianna Ardis
Bridesmaid
Brianna is Nicole's sister-in-law as she is married to Nicole's younger brother Christopher. Chris and Brianna met in Humboldt, CA, while Chris attended college, and currently live near Willits, CA. Brianna is a skilled vocational nurse who enjoys her work with the elderly and those in hospice care at a skilled nursing facility, as she furthers her medical career. Nicole and Brianna both love nature, the outdoors, vegetables, and spending time with their dearest loves, their pets and their men.
Brian lieb
Groomsman
Brian is one of Giulio's oldest friends. They met while playing varsity volleyball at Santa Monica College. Giulio was the Best Man at Brian's wedding. The friendship was built over twenty years of happy times, sad times and true loyalty.
Christina Ardis
Bridesmaid
Christina and Nicole are sister-in-laws, as Christina is married to Nicole's younger brother Jonathan. Christina and Jon were married last year, Nicole being a bridesmaid in their wedding. Christina is a kind, warm, generous, and giving person that loves to have holiday party's, game nights, and family dinners. Nicole and Christina share the love of dogs, family bonding, and benedicts for breakfast.