Wedding Party
Chris Kohlmeir
Best Man
Marine veteran (Captain), master’s in business administration, business owner, small farmer, traveler of nations, older brother to the groom, but a better man, there is none. Only a year apart, the brothers grew up doing everything together from school to sports to moving state-to-state. They both graduated from Appalachian State University, and then went on to UNC Charlotte and UNC Wilmington to get their masters. Chris travels from Surf City, NC to be with us on this special day. It is a great honor to have him at our side.
Emily Story
Maid of Honor
Haley's bestie since Kindergarten. Emily and Haley go way back. They are truly partners in crime! They know each others secrets and can tell you anything you want to know about the other. They've travelled, worked together, cried and laughed together, and all the above! Whether they are playing Trivia, Singo, or going on girls trips, they always have a blast! They have been through it all and it is a true honor to have Emily by her side!
Matt Vail
Groomsman
A friendship that began in college, continued into medical device sales, and fortified through 4 “man vs wild” Linville Gorge expeditions. Matt and Mike enjoyed all that Charlotte and Lake Norman, NC had to offer for many years. Matt went to University of South Carolina and loves the Gamecocks! Matt is traveling from Richmond, VA to be at our side on this special day. He is a true friend, a scholar, and a gentleman.
Felicia Yoger
Bridesmaid
Haley's twin bestie. Seriously, a lot of people think we are sisters. "Felish" and Haley met when they worked together at Regal Cinemas Corporate. In fact, Felicia was planning her wedding when they met! Since then, her and her husband have had a baby girl that Haley is obsessed with and her and Mike have spent a lot of time with them. They love camping, moonshine tasting, exploring the mountains and really doing anything outdoors together. On most weekends, Haley and Mike are probably with Brian and Felicia doing something in Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg!
Matt Clark
Groomsman
It all began with soccer at 9 years old. Matt and Mike grew up together going to the same schools and playing on the same travel soccer teams. Together, they won championships, experienced losses, and philosophized about life. They lived their bachelor years in Charlotte, NC after attending Appalachian State University and UNC Wilmington. Matt Clark is a delight to be around, and we are honored to have him on this special day.
Tara Kohlmeir
Bridesmaid
Haley's future sister-in-law! Tara and Haley have shared many laughs and fun times together. Tara and Chris are actually getting married in May of this year and we are thrilled to be by their side on their wedding day too! Tara and Haley share a lot of commonalities that make their bond special. Whether it be shopping, having bonfire nights, or enjoying dinner and drinks, their friendship is super special and Haley cannot wait to be a part of the family and to share a lot more memories!
Kyle Dorsey
Groomsman
Kyle is married to Morgan, one of Haley's best friends and bridesmaids. They live in Knoxville, not too far from us! Mike and Kyle met at axe throwing shortly after Mike moved to Knoxville in 2022. Not much beats bonding over axes and brews. Game nights, trivia, Top Golf, Sing-o, and trips to Gatlinburg are some of the things we enjoy together. We love hanging out with Kyle and Morgan, and we were excited to welcome their baby, Griffin, last year. We are excited to have Kyle as a groomsman in our wedding party!
Morgan Dorsey
Bridesmaid
Haley's board game loving, hysterically funny bestie since elementary school. Morgan and Haley grew up together, attending the same college and grad school. Morgan is incredibly kind and thoughtful! They have always been close and and enjoy doing outside of the box activities and laughing together! Haley couldn't imagine a life without Morgan in it and is so excited to have her by her side on our special day!
Andrew “Red” Galbraith
Groomsman
Major “Red.” Red is a Major in the Marine Corps and a man of many talents and hobbies. Mike and Red met through Mike’s brother, Chris, at a shooting range near Surf City, NC in 2014. Since then, they have kayaked, camped on islands, and shared many bonfire stories. Red is an aspiring brewmaster, and a wonderful teacher at the range. He graduated from Rutgers University, and lives with his family near SurfCity, NC. We can’t wait to have Red, and we’re grateful that he will be with us.
Michelle Tamer
Bridesmaid
Haley and Michelle met in college at the University of Tennessee. They had a Communications class together and in that class, everyone was told to introduce themselves and say a fun fact about them. It was Michelle's turn. She said she was from Knoxville and had been to 250 concerts. Haley, being the concert fan that she is, knew that Michelle was about to be one of her best buds. They have stayed friends ever since and continue to go to tons of concerts and travel together! Michelle is hysterical and Haley is so thankful to have her by her side on the Wedding Day!
Trae Cotton
Groomsman
Mike first met Trae at Haley's UT work tailgate on a crisp September afternoon on game day. Trae's favorite place on earth happens to be UT Campus lol. Since then, Haley and Mike love spending time with him and Sophie (Haley's bridesmaid and Trae's girlfriend) bowling, grilling out and of course...watching UT Football Games! Trae and Sophie are expecting a little bundle of joy this August and we cannot wait to spoil him!
Sophie Hall
Bridesmaid
Haley's favorite work bestie! Haley and Sophie met while working at WVLT together last year and they have been inseparable ever since. Haley loved going into Sophie's office every morning and talking about the latest gossip or "life things" for at least an hour. They just clicked and one of their traditions is spending Sophie's birthday with her and her boyfriend, Trae, every December in a different city. Sophie is one of the kindest, most helpful girls ever and I am honored to have her by my side on our special day!
Michael Stafford
Groomsman
Mike's "bonus" groomsmen and Haley's younger cousin. We are so proud of Michael and all of his accomplishments! He is graduating college this year and we cannot wait to see what he does with his future. Our wedding wouldn't be complete without him in it. Although he likes giving Haley a hard time, we still love him for all that he is and the man he has become!
Lauren Stafford
Bridesmaid
Haley's oldest "taller" cousin and bonus bridesmaid! Haley loved Lauren from the second she was born. They have always been so close and are very family oriented. Lauren is basically like a sister to Haley. She is the kindest, most caring and thoughtful person ever! Her and Haley love spending time together and with Mamaw Margie (you'll defintiely meet Mamaw Margie at the wedding lol if you don't already know her). They share a very special cousin bond that cannot be broken! I have always known I wanted Lauren in my wedding and I am so excited for her to be in it!
Aliyah Stafford
Bridesmaid
Haley's youngest little cousin. Also, her mini me. Aliyah is precious and beautiful! She was the last of the grandkids and is the baby of the family. Haley spent a lot of time babysitting her and they are super close. Aliyah is a lot like Haley in many ways and she is so proud of the almost adult she is becoming! I just could not imagine not having her in our wedding.