Kelsey & Nathan
Meet the Party, Bride & Groom
Kelsey Katahira
Bride
Kbae is the ideal wifey/best friend/wife. Full of surprises and talents, she can drain a three pointer in wedges, juggle a random trio of objects at a moment’s notice and then butcher any number of classic sayings just as quickly. It’s easy to let it slide once you see that beautiful smile though, and remember, she’s “just trying to get her ducks in a line.” Kelsey loves with her entire cuddly koala bear heart and spoils those closest to her to the point where she often needs to be reined in for being too generous. She has inspired the groom to be the best version of himself ever since she strutted into his life. She makes EVERYTHING better and is hands down the best company for any activity, but is equally as fun to do absolutely nothing with. The textbook definition of “wifey type.”
Nathan McBeath
Groom
McBeefy, McDreamy or the modern day Romeo. This mountain man turned city chic has many talents and even more glory stories than you could ask for. Literally don’t. A man unlike any other with a spin on everything. He doesn’t write mere love letters he writes raps, he doesn’t jog he runs as fast as NFL players, and he doesn’t just love he loves with the heart of a gooddamn golden retriever mixed with a little kid on Christmahanakwanza. This self taught financier with a job too complicated for explanation whips up Excel docs as swiftly as he stole the bride’s heart. Who knew that with one swipe right, she'd find Mr. Right?! Need date ideas? Ask him, he single-handedly proves chivalry is not dead. Need reassurance the perfect man exists. Look no further but sorry ladies he's taken.
Jack Shaked
Officiant
If you’re going to have anyone officiate your wedding, it should be someone who has been to more places than the Dos Equis man, has so much personality he could make a wall talk back if he tried and is conveniently is a lawyer. Jack has been the bride’s best friend since 8th grade, met the groom while he graciously hosted a trip in Colorado, and has and always will be incredibly important to the soon to be married couple. You can’t trust this man to cook but you can trust him to make your special day official.
Lauren Skilton
Maid of Honor
Known to some as Dr. Skilton, others as a real life Chrissy Teigen or to the bride as "little", Lauren is a yet to be discovered comedian and the pharmacist friend you always wish you had on speed dial. Lauren and the bride met during a long and arduous "big and little sister" pairing search which ended abruptly after 5 minutes of meeting. Perhaps it was in the stars all along or just a really good Kappa Delta match but Lauren truly is the sister the bride never had. Although she’s the little she’s played a BIG role in the day of but also in the lives of those around her.
Elena Kountoures
Maid of Honor
A modern day renaissance woman, Elena truly does it all. From educating the youth of tomorrow, bringing down the house as an ETHS Pomkit (if you know, you know), performing in a reunion band, to having the most epic Greek wedding you’ve ever seen. Elena is not only the most grammatically correct person you’ll ever meet but also one of the kindest, most supportive and in-the-know friends you could ask for. Fun fact: Elena and the bride have talked every other week for 10 years making it the most successful long distance relationship in history. If given the opportunity, meet her at the cocktail hour or dinner table but avoid her on the dance floor as she’s a sure bet to win any dance battle. PS. Sorry for the grammatical errors!
Brittany Tassone
Bridesmaid
The truest definition of a “ride or die”. Brittany is the most loyal friend and fan a person could have. No joke, she traveled around the world to see Drake…. RIP to the Toronto tour he canceled the day of. She’s the life of any party and can be found reciting any song that ever existed (from Led Zeppelin to Kanye) or she can be found breaking it down on the dance floor. She’s a woman of many talents and equipped with an eye for design. This Creative Director has the innate ability to make any moment picture perfect and is basically the Fairy Godmother of wedding collateral design. Special shout out for the stunning Save the Dates, invites and wedding website! If you’re unsure of the best lighting or what your good side is find her day of and she’ll make you look like a billion dollars.
Kate Armbruster
Bridesmaid
Some call it preschool but they call it fate. From diapers to diplomas Kate and the bride are lifelong friends and have been by each other’s side through it all. From binge watching Mary Kate & Ashley blockbusters, traveling the world, to dreaming up their future weddings (crowns and ballroom gowns included) they’ve conquered it all. While they once dreamed of opening a home decor store called ‘Home Sweet Home’ it became clear that Kate was the only designer of the pair. Kate works as a designer so if you’re in the market for a remodel or simply want to consult for style advice she’s your gal!
Maya Nitzberg
Bridesmaid
If you look up "genuine, kind, soul" in the dictionary you’ll see Maya’s name as the definition. She has an un-trainable ability to make strangers into friends within a matter of seconds and is literally the Community Director at her work! Further evidence of this was when Maya and the bride met on the job and quickly turned from strangers to work wives and then into soul sisters. She’s a woman of many talents with a list of hobbies longer than a CVS receipt. If you’re in the market for handmade Halloween costumes or street art photography she’s your gal. Meet her at the wedding and ask her about absolutely anything and we guarantee she can relate!
Malora Pollack
Bridesmaid
Malora, Maloko, Malo, she’s known by many a nickname and adored by all. Equipped with a contagious laugh, undeniable zest for life and a nearly diagnosed obsession with dogs, Malora is the star of the show. Certainly not the Kelly or Michelle, she’s the Beyonce of the ball. A creative at heart having put together the concept for a Budlight sponsored music festival to a caring soul pursuing her interests in the health field she’ll surely be seen the wedding night doing to worm dance (again if you know, you know) or making new friends. Malora and the bride attended every dance in high school together but this night of dancing will surely be the best one yet.
Natalie McBeath
Bridesmaid
With the voice of an angel and the whit of Tina Fey. Natalie will soon shock the real world with her talents that span as wide as her vocal range. This Stonehill University graduate has the ability to bring an audience to tears with her voice but can also be found during holidays speaking Mandarin to an unassuming Nathan and Kim as they pretend to know what she’s saying. A woman always on the go but never out of tune. She’s sure to be the best singer in any room but also the best future sister-in-law a bride could ask for.
Shiloh Summers
Best Man
A long-time friend to the groom since the days of infamous impromptu trips to the University of New Hampshire and the dreaded high school job program as members of the pantry crew, Shiloh is sure to be essential to every aspect of the festivities. Shiloh is simply that loyal friend who keeps it real and can entertain any crowd. Supportive while letting you know when you’ve messed up, he will be a key part of our life going forward. If you have time for a story that is sure to make you laugh, we recommend finding Shiloh throughout the evening. But just a warning: don’t even get him and the groom started about their past lives as the greatest tenters this side of the Mississippi, we only have five hours of event time.
Josh Nungesser
Groomsman
What do a talent to review every notable movie, a mustache and dance moves for days have in common? Josh has them all. A Loyal confidant and long-time supporter of the couple, Josh has seen their relationship blossom from the groom’s nervous pep talks before their early dates, to the groom frantically trying to design the ideal engagement ring and proposal. Always a receptive ear, we are sure Josh will be happy to share some insight into just how excited/nervous/in love the groom has always been with the bride, from an insider’s perspective. He will be hard to miss throughout the night as he is certain to have his plethora of signature moves on full display.
Chandler Grisham
Groomsman
A full-time food connoisseur and part-time professional giggler, Chandler is sure to be heard during all aspects of the festivities. A sneaky athletic, and not so sneaky culinary wizard he has remained one of the groom’s closest friends since both of their relocation to the Boston area. A fellow New Hampshire product and ex-tenter, he is one of the few people who can fully relate to Shiloh and the groom’s endless tales of growing up in the heart of the White Mountains. Always happy to host a gathering or “cater” an event, we would not mind at all if Chandler were required to be a last minute fill-in for the caterers.
John Machado
Groomsman
A man of endless nicknames and always willing to lend a friendly ear, Johnny Jubilee has seen the couple’s relationship grow from its earliest stages. From the groom being terrified of seeming clingy but still sending “Dude I love this girl” texts, to accompanying them as they discovered their shared love for music (and the bride discovering that she can like country) John has been a vital supporting force every step of the way. With an unwavering passion for exploring and trying new things, we are sure he would happily tell you of his adventures both domestic and abroad. John has played a key role in allowing the groom to be the softest softy in the world and pour his heart out, knowing that this fateful day would surely arrive in short order.
Sam Nungusser
Groomsman
A man with a list of moves even longer than his catalog of recipes, Sam will surely be seen tearing up the dance floor throughout the night (it must be in the Nungesser blood). He has provided taste tests of his latest kitchen concoctions since the earliest stages of the couple’s love. A musical maven, Sam would happily and capably slide in during any and all DJ breaks. Sam has been a friend of the groom’s since the days of flashy basketball game warm ups and lit lip sync performances. Sam is always up for a pick up game or going out in the city and will give a quick L to any dance battle challenger at the drop of a dime. “DO NOT DANCE BATTLE WITH SAM”, these words should be noted by every guest.
Dom Qualtieri
Groomsman
Known to many as ‘Rocco’, Dom is a retirement specialist by day and a conspiracy theorizing philosopher by night (the latter sounds much more interesting). He and the groom have spent thousands of hours ~not an exaggeration~ playing 1 on 1, with Dom having won a handful of games ~also not an exaggeration~. Always up for a good time and key to any of the college squad’s going out nights, Dom can likely be found befriending EVERY SINGLE GUEST. In a relentless pursuit of thinking up the next big thing, find him at the cocktail hour for an intense brainstorming session, if you can get him off the dance floor that is.
Tom Barbeau
Best Man
A man with a beard as long as his list of strength and flexibility techniques, Tom is the the groom's longest standing friend. From the days of driveway trick shots, to corrupting a young Nathan by smuggling the latest "T-Man Records" mix of the Eminem show, Tom has always supported Nathan in refining both his hoop and rap game. A New Hampshire/Texas/Carolina transplant, Tom is sure to be showing off his Texas two step on the dance floor and will be hard to miss. The newest strength and conditioning coach with the Carolina Panthers program, he has no shortage of advice on how to achieve a new personal best and will tell you that toe dexterity is key. We're sure he could provide plenty of embarrassing Nathan stories, although Nathan claims he's "never been embarrassed in his life".