Jennifer & Brian
Wedding Party
Nicole Damron
Matron of Honor
Jen and Nicole met 11 years ago on Craigslist when they both were looking for a roommate when starting school in Santa Barbara. They had not even met when Jen drove cross-country to move in with Nicole and start school. They have been inseparable ever since! Nicole has been there for Jen during all the good times and bad her entire time in California and will be there for them the rest of her life. Nicole was also crucial in composing a few of the first texts Jen sent to Brian when Jen didn’t know what to say to this cute boy Jen liked. ;)
Brandon Wright aka "The Heat"
Best Man
Brandon was Brian’s wombmate, best friend and now Best Man. He was there for Brian’s first steps, first day of school, first crush, and even first date with Jen. Throughout their lives they have been nearly inseparable. They lived and worked together, and looked out for each other. That’s why it’s not so odd for Brandon to plop himself down between Brian and Jen on their first date. “I guess you can go, it’s a free concert and a free country”, was all Brandon needed to hear to introduce himself to this girl who was bound to take his wing-man away.
Kate Krusley
Bridesmaid
Kate and Jen met in 2005 in the dorms at UW-Milwaukee where they lived on the same floor. They got into a lot of mischief in Milwaukee before Jen had to move away. Kate later followed Jen to California for a little while before living all over the country with her husband. They finally live in the same state again and Jen couldn’t be happier to have her fellow cheesehead close by.
Matt Manus
Groomsman
Matt is like a second brother to Brian. So Matt was just as critical of the woman who had stolen Brian’s heart. But after one night of interrogation (dinner), it was clear that Jen was made for Brian and fit perfectly in his inner circle. Not only did Matt give his approval of Jen, but we joke that in some ways they are the same person.
Alyse Gilbert
Bridesmaid
Alyse and Jen met the first day at Brooks Institute of Photography at orientation. When they both moved to LA, Alyse was Jen’s go-to girl to go to concerts, try a new restaurant or have drink. They have lived in the same city and different cities, and sometimes even different states, but they will always stay great friend no matter how many miles are between them.
Luis Santelices
Groomsman
Luis is Brian’s oldest friend. They met 20 years ago at youth group, of which he was a leader. Luis looked out for Brian through his early forays into romance and adulthood. Years later, when they had separately moved to L.A. to pursue their passions, Luis moved in with Brian. They supported one another as they found their paths, and solidified a lifelong bond. He also is responsible for Jen and Brian’s sharp hairstyles. ;)
Stephen DeVries
Officiant
Stephen is awesome.