Wedding Party
Natalie Jimenez
Maid of Honor
Natalie Jimenez, maid of honor, has been a pilar of Jaylyn's life since the very start. By the way, did they tell you yet that they're cousins? Put these two in a room together and they'll definitely remind you! They share countless memories together. In fact, between their busy work & social schedules, they are working on a cocktail book based on the experiences that have shaped them into the women they are today. Natalie is a Chicago attorney who enjoys world travel, art and culture, writing, and happy hours with her best girlfriends.
James Segal
Best Man
James is Max's first sibling and only little brother. They've shared so many amazing memories. Max's favorites surround the room they shared growing up, traveling the country for karate tournaments, and all the inside jokes they've accumulated throughout over 20 years of brotherhood. When choosing his best man, there was no question that his brother would have the honor. James enjoys playing golf, creating mixes as your favorite local DJ, and being a devoted educator to his first graders.
Morgan Parten
Bridesmaid
Morgan and Jaylyn met freshman year at DePaul University. As fate would have it, they would be neighbors on the same dorm floor! Fast forward almost a decade and you will see that Jaylyn and Morgan are always having fun together. Almost every weekend, you can catch them sharing a golf cart, a bottle of wine, and about a million inside jokes. Morgan is a Chicago attorney who enjoys a good long walk, making the most out of each day, dogs (especially her family dog Bentley and her fur nephew Javy) and soaking up the sun by the nearest body of water.
Rohan Gupta
Groomsman
Rohan and Max met through Jaylyn and Morgan and immediately hit it off. The journey to becoming best friends has been filled with rounds of 18 at Chevy Chase, ripping packs of sports cards, and starting a memorabilia resale business they've named Major Cards and Collectibles. Max can always count on Rohan, and he was even a part of Jaylyn and Max's engagement! Rohan enjoys Kentucky basketball, building complex Lego sets, reading, and exploring Chicago.
Amanda Martinez
Bridesmaid
Amanda and Jaylyn met at Motorola Solutions. It was both of their first time in marketing and they quickly bonded over their love for creativity, business, and procrastination. Amanda enjoys spending time outdoors exploring her beautiful hometown of Salt Lake City Utah, being a baseball and soccer mom to her adorable son, and sinking her teeth into a new challenge. A special thank you to Amanda for creating all invitations and stationary for the wedding. Your talent is incredible!
Jordan Jimenez
Groomsman
Jordan and Max met when Max was a teenager, just starting to come around the Jimenez home. Max, Jordan, and Jaylyn would spend afternoons playing video games, watching movies, and laughing their heads off. Jordan quickly became a brother to Max and has been an integral part of their support system. Jordan enjoys making beautiful crochet creations, table top game night with this close friends, and helping doctors and nurses care for patients at the Kellogg Cancer Center.
Maya Segal
Bridesmaid
Maya and Jaylyn met when Maya was just about ten years old. Since then, Jaylyn has always loved having Maya (and Lucy) as a sister. Some of their favorite memories are traveling to London together or Jaylyn and Max’s visit to Fort Collins where Maya lives as a recent graduate of Colorado State University. Maya enjoys her two cats, spending time with her girls, hiking, traveling the world, and being an up and coming professional in the Colorado live music business.
Lucy Segal
Bridesmaid
Lucy is the youngest of four Segal siblings and met Jaylyn at around 7 years old. Now, an 18 year old at Michigan State University - Lucy and Jaylyn are closer than ever. They enjoy facetiming about latest gossip, world news, philosophies, and plotting to change the world. Lucy is a talented nail artist and enjoys style and fashion, living it up in college, and beating her latest PR at the gym.
Ella McOwen
Bridesmaid
Ella and Jaylyn have been best friends since the 7th grade! They've always been amazed at how similar they are and how grateful they are to be blessed with that girlfriend who always just gets it. Whether their conversation be about world views or latest celebrity gossip - they joke that they are always on the same page. Ella enjoys live music, spending time with friends, baking delicious treats, and transforming the marketing and social media strategies for small businesses.
Brian Ramrup
Groomsman
Max Met Brian at five years old as one of his first Karate instructors. He was an instant role model as Max witnessed him succeed at the highest level of Karate competition on a world stage, even bringing home a bronze medal at the WKF world championships. Throughout the years, they have grown from teacher-student, to colleagues, teammates and best friends. Brian enjoys basketball, Dragon ball z, being a true New Yorker, and owning Glenhead Martial Arts and Fitness.
Jessenia Quiles
Bridesmaid
Jessenia may very well be Jaylyn’s first friend ever. They met as young children and have loved each other dearly ever since! Many of you remember Jaylyn and Jessenia as two little girls running around Lincoln Square or folding towels at Shear Image Hair Salon. Jessenia enjoys beauty and fashion, curling up with a good book, and walking her loyal companion Jackie the Chihuahua
Ben Paoletti
Groomsman
Ben and Max were fast friends who immediately bonded over their love of Chicago sports. Since becoming friends they have shared many memories praying for a bears win, celebrating birthdays and special occasions, and out on the golf course. Ben is one of the most genuine and dependable friends and Max feels very lucky to have him in the fold. Ben enjoys strategizing next business ventures, a good political debate, travel, and sports.
Aerieal Vineyard
Bridesmaid
Aerieal and Jaylyn met as elite Karate athletes in the USA National Karate Federation circuit. When they were introduced, they instantly clicked and knew that their friendship was to last forever. One of Jaylyn's prized possessions is a scrap book that Aerieal made her full of their adventures through Las Vegas, Miami, Chicago, North Carolina, and their personal favorite- London! Aerieal enjoys, shopping, music, her little dog Remi, and being an amazing role model, teacher, and coach to her students.
Rajesh Ramrup
Groomsman
Max and Rajesh met as elite karate athletes on team USA. They were roommates at the 2014 Jr Pan-American championships in Medellin, Colombia and have been by each others side ever since. Max's favorite memories with Rajesh are training karate together and traveling to places like Vegas, New York, and Spain to compete. Rajesh, also a true New Yorker, is a huge knicks fan who enjoys coaching the next generation of Karate athletes.