Wedding Party
Lauren Mannix
Maid of Honor
Lauren is Libby's big sister and built in best friend. While most people wouldn’t call them alike, they’re exactly what the other needs. They’ve come a long way since the day Lauren cut off a chunk of Libby’s hair at age five; Now they talk often and can chat about absolutely anything, as the only two who truly understand their goofy family. Lauren lives in Cincinnati with her two dogs, Hudy and Crimson. Fun Fact: Lauren's title at work is "Chief of Happiness"
Jacob Stillwagon
Best Man
Spencer and "Stilly" met when his mom dropped him off for front-yard football in third grade, and they’ve been inseparable ever since. Raised primarily on Oreo Cakesters and Taco Bell, Jacob now lives in Columbus with his wife Emily, their baby Carter, and a very serious 75-gallon fish tank. Fun Fact: Stilly’s pet fish mysteriously died while Spencer was watching it during his family vacation in Italy.
Kate Doherty
Bridesmaid
Practically the third Mannix sister, Kate is their cousin and constant source of fun. With her JBL Clip always on hand, she never fails to bring a party to life. She now lives near Washington, D.C., and works for the National Wooden Pallet Association. Fun Fact: Kate once beat an Irish man in a Guinness drinking competition
Joe Spinazze
Groomsman
Joe and Spencer became friends freshman year in the Ohio State dorms and went on to live together for five straight years. They bonded over sports, beer, and countless sand volleyball games, forming a friendship that survived college and beyond. Fun Fact: Joe once jumped off the roof of their college house into a kiddie pool. Ask him how it went.
Katie Erpenbeck
Bridesmaid
Libby and Katie first met on their high school cross-country team, bonding over their love of travel, indie music, and German chocolate cake. They have remained friends for over 10 years, never running out of things to talk about. She’s now in physical therapy school at Ohio University. Fun Fact: This spring, Katie will be Libby and Spencer’s roommate while on a clinical rotation in Columbus!
Eric Seeman
Groomsman
The Seeman house was practically Spencer’s second home growing up. The two lived together at Ohio State and played on more sports teams than they can count, from little league to Flannagan's sand volleyball. Eric is engaged to his high school sweetheart, Nicole, and they’ll be getting married this summer too. Fun Fact: Eric and Spencer used to be altar servers together.
Julie Ahrnsen
Bridesmaid
Julie and Libby met their freshman year at Ohio State’s running club and quickly ditched the group to just run together. Julie now teaches at St. Xavier High School and brings high energy and positivity to everything she does. Fun Fact: Julie won her season of Survivor STC (Ohio State’s Survivor Club)!
Riley Brackman
Groomsman
Another Brackman boy, Riley grew close to Spencer through Reds games and his visits to Ohio State. Riley is the first person Spencer texts in disbelief when our Ohio sports teams inevitably make an embarrassing mistake. Their friendship is built on sports, laughs, and memorable game-day moments. Fun Fact: Riley once got kicked in the face by a crowd surfer at an Ohio State game- and it was caught on TV.
Hannah Connley
Bridesmaid
Libby and Hannah were randomly paired as roommates sophomore year at Ohio State (until COVID cut it short), and they’ve been inseparable ever since. From coffee runs to nights out with Hannah’s vet school friends, there’s never a dull moment. Fun Fact: Libby let Hannah double pierce her ears!
Jake Walland
Groomsman
Jake and Spencer grew up next door to each other, forming a friendship that started young and stuck around. A proud Purdue fan, Jake still plays an important role in Spencer’s life - usually with a fresh haircut. Fun Fact: Walland runs a barber shop for family and friends (Spencer included) in Tipp City
Audrey Holman
Bridesmaid
After four years as roommates, Audrey has become one of Libby’s closest friends. From co-birthday celebrations (including karaoke, a 24 hour party, and beer olympics) to hot girl walks, Audrey is always a positive energy and up for a good time. She’s currently in dental school and will be working for the Veteran's Association in Dayton starting this summer. Fun Fact: Audrey graduated college early and spent time in Costa Rica nurturing baby turtles.
Drew Mannix
Groomsman
Drew is Libby’s big brother and a creative “jack of all trades,” best known for running his own videography business and always being behind the camera. He’s musically talented, not that bad at golf, and takes his role as Libby’s protective (and occasionally annoying) big brother very seriously. Fun Fact: He's single, and Libby is on the lookout for a new sister in-law!
Lauren Flowers
Bridesmaid
Lauren is Spencer's older sister and Libby's fellow running buddy. She is a Physical Therapist and part-time Pure Barre instructor where she lives with her husband, Nathan, in Cleveland, OH. Fun Fact: Lauren and Nathan went on a Mamma Mia tour on their Honeymoon in Greece!
Nathan Flowers
Groomsman
Nathan is Spencer’s brother-in-law and lives in Cleveland with Lauren. An Eagles fan and country club member, Nathan is always up for some mimosas and a good time. Fun Fact: Nathan was a competitive drag racer growing up