Wedding PartyWedding Party
Sofi BakosSofi Bakos
Maid of Honor
Introducing Sofi! Maid of Honor and lifetime friend. Katie and Sofi instantly bonded as roommates their first year at URI. Now a brilliant computer scientist, she's always been Katie's confidante and ride or die. A fun fact about Sofi- she is currently living in Austria and is learning German!
Kayla BourbonKayla Bourbon
Maid of Honor
Kayla and Katie met Katie's first year at URI and became fast friends. A year ahead of Katie, Kayla took her under her wing, introduced her to many of her friends, and saved her from the "Sophomore Slums"! Kayla and Katie were suitemates right up until Covid sent everyone packing. A fun fact about Kayla- she's an expert at thrifting!
Lilli O'HaraLilli O'Hara
Bridesmaid
Meet Lilli, Katie's college suitemate and forever friend! Katie and Lilli were first introduced by our amazing Maid of Honor, Kayla. Now a dedicated teacher inspiring young minds. She's always been a source of laughter and support. A fun fact about Lilli- she has superb puzzle solving prowess.
Breanna MaurerBreanna Maurer
Bridesmaid
Introducing Breanna! Breanna and Katie first met at the Black Forest Inn at a family dinner when Mark first introduced Katie to the rest of the Knapp family. A graduate from culinary school and an expert cake decorator, Breanna is sure to add a touch of sweetness to our special day! A fun fact about Breanna- she is also a soon to be Knapp!
Reilly GoodwinReilly Goodwin
Bridesmaid
Katie met Reilly at work! They have been colleagues at Avotres since 2021. After working so closely in the lab for the last few years they have become like sisters and can often be found giggling about one of their countless inside jokes. A fun fact about Reilly- she has a tailless cat named Sheba!
Lauren MayLauren May
Bridesmaid
Lauren, the newest addition to our bridal party, is a globetrotting lawyer with a zest for adventure! Currently engaged to our Best Man, Zach- though by the time of our wedding they will be newly weds! A fun fact about Lauren- she's been to 23 different national parks!
Zach HackettZach Hackett
Best Man
Introducing our Best Man, Zach! Mark and Zach's friendship goes back to their college days, where they both pursued degrees in Computer Science. Together they've made countless memories as roommates for an impressive five years. A true car enthusiast, he and Mark have bonded over their passions for all things automotive. He's also engaged to our wonderful bridesmaid, Lauren. A fun fact about Zach- The Dark Knight is his favorite movie, he has seen it 147 times and counting!
Alex KnappAlex Knapp
Groomsman
Meet Alex, the groom's incredible older brother. As a skilled mechanic, Alex possesses a unique blend of strength, ingenuity, and a deep understanding of how things work- qualities that undoubtedly translate to his role as a loving and supportive brother. He's also engaged to our wonderful bridesmaid, Breanna! A fun fact about Alex- he once spent a couple weeks living on a sailboat in the Caribbean!
Ken WuKen Wu
Groomsman
Introducing Ken! Mark and Ken's friendship is a testament to true loyalty, forged in the fires of high school adventures. From conquering the same ride three times in a row at Six Flags to navigating the perils of Mark's first apartment (and that questionable vodka), these two have shared it all. Ken, a kind soul with a knack for bringing people together, is a true friend indeed! A fun fact about Ken- he has a 375 day streak in DuoLingo, and counting!
George FerrariaGeorge Ferraria
Groomsman
We first met George as he was helping our Bridesmaid, Lilli, his now fiancee, move into the dorm she shared with Katie. Always one to lend a helping hand, George is a true gem. In his free time, George can often be found at a car meet or cruising in his Jetta RO G35. A fun fact about George- he is a competitive Portuguese dancer!
Brett RexterBrett Rexter
Groomsman
Meet Brett! He was first introduced to the bride and groom by our Maid of Honor, Kayla (his lovely girlfriend!) Brett brings a unique blend of charm and expertise to our wedding. As an auditing accountant, he's got a keen eye for detail. When he's not crunching numbers you can find him indulging in his passion for cars. A fun fact about Brett is that he was struck by lightning! (true story)
Kyle GasiorowskiKyle Gasiorowski
Groomsman
Kyle, Mark's longest friend, is the definition of ride-or-die. These two have been inseparable since their soccer days, growing up together through thick and thin. Just like our groomsmen, Brett, Kyle is also a skilled auditing accountant. Kyle brings the same meticulous attention to detail and unwavering dedication to his friendships. He's a car aficionado who knows how to work hard and play even harder! A fun fact about Kyle- he once met Jack Black.