Wedding Party
Makenzie Cammack
Maid of Honor
Makenzie and I met when we were 2, and it's been an absolutely wild ride ever since. We've graduated high school together, seen each other through university, globe trotted across Spain, the UK, and Sweden, and seen each other become the (mostly grown) human beings we are today. She is the kind of friend who I used to whisper late into the night with, sharing crushes and frustrations and the little inconveniences of youth that occupied our whole hearts. Makenzie has been by my side through some of the highest of highs and the lowest of lows in my life - and through it all, I knew that she would always be by my side; no matter where in the world we both ended up. Having known her for over 2 decades, I can wholeheartedly say that Makenzie is the world's most remarkable person. She holds a double degree and a master's in engineering, has worked with F1 Lund, has directed and taken part in multiple theatre productions, has worked with the US Navy, and even with all these very impressive credentials, will never - not even once - make you feel any less smart than she is. She loves as hard as she works and studies and has the kind of heart that makes you believe in true goodness. She is my oldest friend, and I am lucky to love and know her so well. She and her partner Albin now reside in Stockholm, Sweden, and we are so happy to have them both here to celebrate our special day.
Mariah Parsons
Bridesmaid
Mariah and I met during our time in the infamous Orr Fellowship, a business/tech leadership fellowship based out of Indianapolis. In the past 3 years, she has become one of my closest friends and I am very grateful for her unending support. Mariah plays many roles in her life. She was a D1 athlete: she graduated from Notre Dame University with a Neuroscience pre-med degree while competing for their rowing team. She's now the Head of Marketing (yes, you read that right - she is the literal boss) of a local Indy-based start-up in the Shopify ecosystem. She also runs her own podcast series and is the absolute queen of networking. Mariah is also an artisan! An avid DIY crafter, she makes the cutest thrift upcycles and always has another project brewing. But above all, Mariah is the best friend you could ever ask for. She has an impeccably goofy sense of humor, and we have spent many an evening crocheting (see photo) and talking through highs and lows of our admittedly very stressful (but extremely rewarding) careers. It has been a blessing to have a friend like her who not only always has the best intentions and heart, but also uniquely understands the ins and outs of navigating the world as an early in career woman in tech. We've spent hours on everything from jewelry making to deep, emotionally engaging conversations. She is as beautiful inside as she is on the outside. I am overwhelmingly grateful for her sage advice and kind, listening heart.
Rhayven White
Bridesmaid
Rhayven and I met the summer before our freshman year of college - and I was immediately intimidated by how beautiful she was. I quickly discovered that an extremely gorgeous exterior hid an even more lovely heart. Over that summer, we became close friends and confidants. From the moment we met, we shared a deep and unironic love for the Twilight saga, the color pink, and a good shopping deal. Rhayven is the best singer I know; always smells like the world's best perfume; and is a driven career woman. She graduated from the same scholarship program as I did at Kenyon - but instead of getting a certifiably unemployable English degree like I did, she hit the ground running with a premed Biology degree and has since been promoted an absurd amount of times (like 4? 5?) at the healthcare clinic where she now oversees and runs their regional scribe program. She is also simultaneously putting herself through schooling to work towards her NP degree. But most of all, Rhayven is a stalwart, loyal, and fiercely loving friend. Her and her parents Aunty Rachel and Uncle Marvin moved me in and out of my college dorm all three years of my undergrad in Ohio, because we were too far from any family I had. Rhayven would always drive us to Columbus or on other adventures (usually to Marshall's) whenever we asked. And every year without fail, Rhayven plans something absolutely perfect to celebrate my birthday. I am beyond lucky to have a lifelong friend like her at my side.
Lucy Campos
Bridesmaid
Lucy and I met through the aforementioned Orr Fellowship, and I remember thinking I had never met such a remarkably kind human before in my life. Lucy's laugh quite literally makes you believe in true goodness. She is silly and sweet and full of the wisest words of advice. In the past couple of years of my time in Indy, we became incredibly close and shared some of the most hilarious and deeply touching conversations I've ever had. Lucy is quite possibly the world's most caring person and has some of the most synergistic energy I've ever encountered. She has 2 younger sisters and a niece she cares for incredibly deeply, and the way she pours her love into her family never fails to leave me humbled and in awe of the size of her heart. She's an incredibly fast paced learner and has adapted to, mastered, and outpaced every position she's held during and beyond the fellowship. She has an uncanny ability to recall at will dozens of literary references, is a very talented DIYer, and is always working on a new craft or project. I can't tell you the number of nights we've passed curled up on a couch somewhere, tangled in spools of yarn or lumps of clay or tinsel from some craft we cooked up. She makes every place she occupies feel like home. I am grateful for Lucy's consistent presence, our shared love for the arts, and deeply committed friendship today, and every day.
Taylor Fisher
Bridesmaid
Taylor and I met through - you guessed it - the Orr Fellowship. Our friendship was one of the most unlikely and most incredible things I could've asked for out of those years. Taylor is the easiest person in the world to love. She supports every single one of the people in her life wholeheartedly, and makes me feel like I can do anything I set my mind to. She is kind, and honest, and goofy, and someone who makes me want to be better just by being so wonderful herself. Taylor graduated from the same business program as Kaleb at Butler University, quickly shot through the ranks of the fellowship and her full time position at a local start-up, and now heads up finance and operations at another early stage tech start-up in the Indy area. She has been a lifeline in many ways to me as we've both navigated our early careers in the tech world. I once told Taylor that her friendship has literally changed my mental health for the better - and I stand behind this sentiment to this day. There is not a day that goes by that she doesn't have a silly meme or goofy video to share, and our friend circle calls her the queen of recommendations. She is incredibly sharp, unashamedly unique, and never fails to make me smile. Taylor, her partner Liam, and their dog Maggie make the world a better place. One with pizza nights, late night walks, and giggles so hard your sides hurt. I am the luckiest person to have a friend like Taylor by my side on this special day.
Sophie Wang
Bridesmaid
Sophie and I met during the oh so magical summer of 2021 as we both entered the - I bet you'll never guess - Orr Fellowship. I remember being succinctly and deeply intimidated by Sophie the first day I met her at an introductory pool party. She was wearing one of those multi-colored candy necklaces, surrounded by hordes of absolutely entranced new Orr Fellows, and telling a story while laughing so hysterically she almost fell into the water. I just knew I had to be her friend. Since then, Sophie and I have had spontaneous 10pm Walmart rendezvous, rolled around on the floor laughing so hard we cried, and have had the kind of deep and meaningful conversations that make you sit back and think about the really important things in life. We share a deep love of food, culture, and art. Through it all, Sophie has remained a singularly unique and wonderful human. Having graduated from IU with a business degree, she founded and ran a non profit during our time in the fellowship, and recently founded her own start-up that empowers humanization and cultural resonance in the tech workforce. She loves her dog Geo, creative fashion, active listening, and fresh fruit. When she hugs you, you feel every ounce of sincerity and love in the world. She is a wonderful human, and I am beyond blessed to have her presence in my life.
Johnny Simpson
Best Man
Johnny and I met at a lunch table in middle school. Like all best friends, we did not like each other when we first interacted. He thought I was weird (partially true), and I thought he was a tool (also partially true). It wasn’t until midway through the year that we actually started conversing, and something clicked. We talked about classic rock, video games, and you guessed it Star Wars - it hit me right then. We are both dorks. If you know me, then you know Johnny. If you know Johnny, then you know me. In our families, the other is referred to as the “fifth brother”. That title is earned. Its earned by knowing that one of us would drop everything if the other needed something, all-nighters where we would drive to Taco Bell to hit our “protein” macro, and poorly sung Phil Collins songs at full volume in my car. I am truly blessed to have a Best Man with the character and Integrity of my best friend, Johnny Ray.
Nikolas Kessel
Groomsman
Nik and I had the pleasure (my words probably not his) to be roommates junior year at Butler University. We did not room together by choice - we were more like convenient puzzle pieces to make a four person apartment. Little did we know that us rooming together that year would turn into four additional years of living together. And if you ever had the enjoyment of coming to any our living situations, you probably remember the laughs, the hangouts, and the pointless debating just to argue. Nik (“Kessel” as we all call him) is the type of friend that you say “yes” and he says “no” for the sport of it. In him doing that, it reminds me a lot of my own family and that familiarity is something you can only find in your closest friends. I thank God that he blessed me to be this man’s roommate, and thankful that Nik still wanted to room with me after he found out I was stealing his toothpaste for an entire year.
Sam Hubbe
Groomsman
Sam and I met my sophomore year at Butler University. Yes, Sam is indeed my age and not a 40-year-old man like I originally thought he was (Sorry Sam). When I entered my shared room in our eight person pod dormitory I knew we were going to be friends when I saw his Nintendo GameCube. We shared laughs and got close over playing nostalgic Mario games (Super Mario Strikers) and endlessly quoting the movies Happy Gilmore and Dodgeball. If you are at the wedding and hear two people speaking strictly in quotes, it is probably Sam and I. Sam couldn’t get rid of me after college as we continued our friendship, and we continued to share laughs, beers, over 750 games of Mario Strikers. He is such a thoughtful friend and easily one of the best gift givers. How do I repay him? I almost ruined his first date with his now Fiancée because I wanted to go listen to live music in Nashville (shoutout Bri). I am beyond blessed that he hasn’t killed me yet after all we have been through. Love you, Sam. Still owe you some moccasins.
Adam Lutgring
Groomsman
Oh Adam, our sweet Adam. I legitimately do not know how I got lucky enough to meet a friend like you. Adam and I met my sophomore year in high school in my Piano Class (shout out Dice and Jared). Adam was the upcoming star linebacker on the Varsity Football team and I was.. well..not. Lucky for me, Adam and I still had one thing in common. We sing CONSTANTLY. You could say two words to Adam and I, and we will probably think of a song then proceed to sing the whole thing to you without your permission. This is the man that persuaded me to join show choir, and I’ve never been more thankful. Adam helped make my high school years enjoyable, which for most people was the opposite. Adam has a knack for always being there for me. Even if it’s in the middle of the night when my phone dies and I am lost. God has put you in my life for a reason, and I know it’s because you inspire me to be a better man, to be as good of a father as you are to Jack, and to be as good of a husband as you are to Maria. Love you, Bubs
Braedon Grube
Groomsman
My Brother, the King! I was blessed to become an older brother August 6th, 2002 to the biggest character in the world. Talk about a firecracker! Some of you have been blessed enough to meet Braedon, but for those of you who have not, let me catch you up. This kid can tell you about any Elvis Presley, James Brown, or Steven Spielberg fact with almost 100% accuracy. He is the best uncle to our nephew. He can (strangely) sing the soviet national anthem with a near perfect Russian accent. He makes a MEAN subway sandwich. He is a phenomenal actor. Finally, he is the glue to our family. There has been no greater joy than watching Braedon grow into the fine man he is today. Life has not always been easy for him, but he has always met it with a precocious mind and perseverance. The karaoke in the car, the Dave and Buster games played, and all the big brother moments I have been blessed to share with you. I wouldn’t trade those moments for the world.
William (Ferdinand) Grube
Groomsman
Brotherrrrr! The (not so) little bro that I physically have to look up to. The glorious haired boy wonder that is the best cat dad to his boy Tino. I don’t say it enough, but I am so proud of this young man. He is the youngest of our family and had to endure all our shenanigans growing up, and that means that he of course has the best humor. I can always count on a laugh out of no where when I quote my trash gen Z memes. Having a younger brother also means that all I ever do is play little pranks on him and roast him, but William can roll with the punches and has one of the best attitudes out there. I wish there were times where I could be unbothered as Will. Luckily I can I can also count on our little nerd conversations that no one else in our family would understand, and our little hangouts where I just get to hear about the man (and talented artist) you are turning out to be. I know definitely say it too much (idk), but I love you, Prince Ferdinand! Happy I get to be your big brother every day.
Rayder Hobbs
Groomsman
You want to talk about a Ride or Die? Rayder (freaking) Hobbs. I met Rayder my Junior year at Butler University, and boy… I did not know who I was getting myself involved with. I was getting involved with a hilarious and genuine human being. Someone that I could pick up the phone, tell him I needed him, and then proceed to talk about how adequate all Indy sports are. Our Colts/Pacers rants healed my soul every time we would talk. We would go to the HRC (Health and Rec Center at Butler), and run the courts thinking we could walk onto the team at times. To this day, I know I could call Rayder, tell him I needed him, and he would go out of his way to support me in anyway I needed. Not a lot of people have that, and I am truly blessed to have a friend like him in my life. Now, I get to watch this man lead his family around the time of our wedding. A model dad, a model Christian, and a model friend.
Harrison Stanish
Groomsman
Harry Harry Harry. If you would have asked me at Center Grover high School if Harrison and I were going to be friends I would have said,“Mehhhh he is too cool to hang with me”. We always talked in HS but never really got to hangout. Fast forward three and a half years to our wonderful selling stretchy pants at Lululemon. I remember seeing him as a new employee and thinking, “Well, I guess this is God telling me we have to be best friends now”. I dont think Harrison really had a choice in the matter, we were friends that day going forward. Using our walkie talkies on our watches to annoy everyone, going to Brothers to grab a beer and watch football games, and just having an old friend around; I think we can both agree that our friendship came out of no where, but we are both thankful for…well… I guess Lululemon. Blessed to have you in my life, Harrison.