Wedding Party
Claire Moorman
Maid of Honor
Katie's younger sister, Claire, has been Katie's partner in crime for over 23 years now! Fortunately, their parents did not listen when 3-year-old Katie asked them to return baby Claire to the hospital. Katie and Claire grew up watching Saturday morning cartoons, playing soccer in the back yard, climbing trees, and singing musical songs on repeat. Claire's endless patience, sense of humor, and good heart make her more than a sister but also a best friend.
Michael Draper
Best Man
Michael met Harris in second grade, where they became friends after the teacher bribed Michael with Jolly Ranchers. They spent lots of time time studying and running through their high school years. They lived together in Madison for two years when Michael introduced Harris to his office mate (Katie). The rest is history!
Charu Dwivedi
Maid of Honor
Charu and Katie have been best friends since 6th grade! They met during lunch and have been best friends ever since. Charu helped Katie get through multiple school dances and Katie got Charu through their Fiber Design class during senior year. Katie's only regret is not eating Charu's mom's delicious homemade Indian food for the first 10 years of their friendship. Charu is loyal, sincere, and always the life of the party!!
Ben Grider
Groomsman
Ben and Harris were in the same second grade class. Harris nearly threw up on Ben in class (not the best start to their friendship and a very embarrassing moment for Harris). They enjoyed being cross country teammates in high school, especially their pre-season Rossetter Park runs. They were roommates for their last two years of college. As roommates, they enjoyed lots of long runs, smoothies, tea, and deep conversation.
Alissa Horner
Bridesmaid
Alissa and Katie have been best friends ever since meeting in kindergarten in Los Angeles. Ali and Katie were devastated when Katie's parents moved her to Indiana in second grade, but they were determined to keep in touch! They have spent many hours writing letters, talking on the phone, and flying across the country to visit each other. Ali has taught Katie many things over the years, including how to pull off lime green sunglasses perfectly, and how to make the best popcorn you'll ever eat. Keep an eye out for Ali on the dance floor; not only is she generous, sweet and amazing -- but she can dance!
Brian Youngs
Groomsman
Harris and Brian met in high school and became good friends in college at the University of Florida, where they were roommates their last two years. As roommates, they enjoyed great conversation and lots of laughs. An especially epic prank war quickly spiraled out of control and ended with Harris replacing Brian's lotion with melted butter.
Pei-Hsin Wang
Bridesmaid
Pei-Hsin has been Katie's best friend since high school, where they became friends through Charu. Pei-Hsin led the charge for all three of them to start the club Paws4Cause! Katie and Pei-Hsin have spent countless Halloweens, dances and sleepovers together. Once, they accidentally wore the same dress to homecoming! Now they enjoy traveling back and forth across the country to see each other. Not only is Pei-Hsin a good listener, she always gives out the best advice!
David Troner
Groomsman
David and Harris have know each other since they were babies. They went to Hebrew school together. In college, they were dorm room neighbors. They enjoyed many a Shabbat dinner at Hillel and an awesome Birthright experience in Israel together. Harris even got David into running for a brief stint. Since college, they've enjoyed a couple of awesome ski trips together!
Viktoria Undesser
Bridesmaid
Vicky and Katie have been best friends since college, where they met at International Student Orientation during a study abroad experience in Lima, Peru. They became fast friends and travel buddies. They've gone swimming with sea lions, eaten their way through Europe, and placed many (friendly?) bets on endless card games. Not only is Vicky the best traveling buddy (she speaks four languages!), she also is an incredibly funny, lighthearted and sincere friend.
Evan Cartagena
Groomsman
Evan and Harris met during Harris' second year in college, through the debate team. They enjoyed many epic debate tournaments and long nights prepping together. Harris and Evan were key members of the debate lunch club, where they consumed an unhealthy amount of Chipolte and Tijuana flats. They shared many esoteric debate jokes. And both would like to believe they were the life of any debate party. (And Harris always makes sure any party he goes to becomes a debate party!)
Ilana Krause
Bridesmaid
Ilana is Harris's oldest sister. The day Katie met Ilana was truly magical: They were at Magic Kingdom with the rest of the Krause family! Over the last few years, Ilana and Katie have enjoyed going on ski trips, cheering on Harris during races, and lots of family events in Florida. On numerous occasions, Ilana has provided invaluable fashion advise! Ilana is sweet, fun loving and has a great eye for fashion. The makings of a great sister-in-law!
Raj Varghese
Groomsman
Raj and Harris met through the UF debate team and were debate partners for several years. Raj and Harris enjoy the distinction of being the team that had the most fun at every debate tournament regardless of their success in the debate round. They were a dynamic duo that could have seriously considered going pro in flip cup. Raj also was a key member of Debate Lunch Club and is highly chill!
Daphna Krause
Bridesmaid
Daphna is Harris's middle sister. Daphna's first trip to Madison to visit Harris turned into a weekend with Katie after Harris came down with the flu. Daphna and Katie enjoyed the weekend exploring Madison, eating Indian food, and escaping from a cursed pirate ship (almost)! On Daphna's second trip to Madison, she took Katie and Harris's engagement photos! At the wedding, you can expect to see Daphna on the dance floor; she has promised to be the first one dancing and the last one to stop!
Gabriel Moorman
Groomsman
Gabe is easy going, kind and fun to be around. A card game is always more exciting when Gabe is playing (from "Exploding Kittens" to "What Do You Meme"). Gabe is always the life of the party and this wedding will be no exception. If you don't see him tearing up the dance floor, check for him on the beach (his favorite place to be).
Marlee Krause
Bridesmaid
Marlee is Harris's youngest sister. Whether it's locking Harris in "jail" in Montreal, solving corn mazes in Wisconsin, or sunrise runs in Melboure, Marlee always knows how to have a great time. Marlee is quite artistic and has kindly spent the last few years teaching Katie how to do her makeup (to various degrees of success). Katie is excited to have such a fun and talented sister-in-law!
Layla and Sloan Gruber
Flower Girl
Layla and Sloan are the adorable daughters of Harris's cousin Maddie and her husband Daniel Gruber. Layla (age 5) and Sloan (age 2) share a lot in common with Harris and Katie: All four can spend hours in the pool and eat more ice cream than they should!