Marley & Nathan
Wedding Party
Savannah Precure
Matron of Honor
Formerly Savannah Stubban, I met Savannah on the day I was born. Growing up, we fought constantly as sisters do, yet still did everything together from swim team to working as lifeguards. After 28 years of sister-ship she blessed me with the cutest niece (unbiased opinion) and crowned me “Aunt Marley.” I couldn’t imagine getting married without my sister by my side!
Lauren Stier
Bridesmaid
Lauren has been there with me through it all. We have been best friends since middle school and I owe most of my core strength to the countless times she’s made me laugh until my ribs hurt. She’s the type of friend who will offer to pick you up from the airport before you even ask. From high school shenanigans to nights in Barcelona and Miami, Lauren has been part of so many of my best memories. She’s a true ride-or-die and I’m so lucky to have had her by my side growing up.
Alexia Turenne
Bridesmaid
Lexi has been my long distance best friend since we were in 7th grade. Lexi and I met in middle school and bonded over our frizzy hair struggles, but she moved to Colorado a few months after we met. Our friendship blossomed over Skype calls (FaceTime wasn’t a thing yet) and Lexi visited me for a few weeks every summer until we graduated college. I’ve learned many life lessons with Lexi by my side, one of them being that Joseph A. Bank is in fact a men’s clothing store and not a financial institution.
Lauren Sykes
Bridesmaid
Lauren and I met when I moved to New York City, but unknowingly lived parallel lives prior to that. We both grew up in Orange County, both went to USD for college, both dated guys from Tokyo (Nate and Nate’s groomsman Drogin, both of whom went to high school together in Japan!!), and both moved to New York City after college. Lauren and I have grown extremely close navigating life in NYC. She’s the queen of the NYC restaurant scene and is my favorite Saturday night date (aside from Nate)!
Hayden Jardine
Best Man
Meet HJ, my best man and an absolute legend. We first crossed paths back in high school in Tokyo, where we bonded over countless hours playing on the same sports teams and going out in Tokyo. We've had unforgettable times visiting each other during college years and living in NYC. He’s the social chair of our entire friend group and fantasy football commissioner. Is the definition of a LAD. Throughout the years he’s been a standup guy, someone I look up to and lean on and I couldn’t ask for a better person to stand by my side.
Sam Hopkins
Groomsman
Introducing Shmop, the hilarious and unforgettable life of the party. We spent our high school years together in Japan, creating memories that still make us laugh today. We’ve since hung out in Switzerland, all over the US including Indiana and NYC, each time adding unforgettable moments. An absolute stud and one of the funniest people I’ve ever met, the wedding party wouldn't be complete without him.
Sam Olson
Groomsman
Meet Sols, an absolute lad. We first met in high school in Tokyo and have been great friends ever since. Currently, he's in a PM&R residency at UCLA, where he continues to crush it. Any night out with Sam is a big one, as he brings palpable energy to the party with his contagious laughter. I'm honored to have such a legend by my side.
Nathan Eckstein
Groomsman
Meet Natex, one of the funniest guys I know and my partner in crime. We met in high school, where our antics in class got us kicked out more than once. Since then, we've had unforgettable nights in Tokyo, NYC, and Boston. Together, we form Nate Squared, a dynamic duo that's always ready for a good time. I'm thrilled to have him standing by my side.
Ryan Atkins
Groomsman
Meet Ratkins, an absolute flybwah and a true legend. We met in high school in Tokyo, where we played baseball together every day, dropping bombs and killing it on the field. Our love for the game continues as we now play softball in NYC. Ryan is loved by everyone and brings an unmatched energy to any team. I'm honored to have such an incredible friend by my side. Geshowa
Ken Yajima
Groomsman
Meet Kinny, my oldest friend and one of the most stand-up guys I know. We've been friends since kindergarten, creating too many memories to even recall. We’ve spent countless days together growing up on the mean streets of Tokyo going to the same elementary, middle, and high school together. I still remember when he stole my point guard position in 5th grade because, from day one, it was clear he was better than me. Ken is not only someone I look up to, but he's also one of the funniest guys around. I’ve been lucky to be able to spend time with him throughout the years whether it’s been meetups in Tokyo, karaoke nights out in NYC, or lazy days in California. I’m honored to have him by my side.
Matt Galetta
Groomsman
Meet Matt the Bat, a true legend and an absolute rock. One of my co-residents at NYU orthopedics. I can tell this guy anything, and aside from Marley, he's been my support through orthopedic residency. Matt is not only hilarious but also a workhorse when it comes to getting after it both academically and socially. Spending the last five years together has been a blast, whether it's going out in NYC, studying before conferences, attending spine conferences, or hanging out at the shore. I'm looking forward to many more good times and eventually being spine partners together down the line.
Alex Egol
Groomsman
Meet Egol, an absolute beast. One of my co-residents at NYU orthopedics. Incredibly smart and a hilarious dude, Alex makes every moment working together a good time. The past five years with him have been incredible, whether we're hanging out in the OR, library, or big nights out in NYC. Alex is someone I've leaned on countless times, and the unforgettable times we've shared are invaluable. We clicked from day 1 at 1st year med students and since then we’ve had a good time - from ski trips, to the shore, to July 4th memories at his spot Westchester. I'm honored to have such an amazing friend by my side.
Drogin James
Groomsman
Meet Dro, a standup guy and the absolute life of the party. We met in high school, played baseball together, and had unforgettable nights out in Tokyo. Drogin was also my roommate at the University of San Diego, where our bond grew even stronger. We've hung out a ton in NYC, making every sesh unforgettable. I'm fortunate that my fiancée Marley is great friends with his girlfriend Lauren, giving us even more reasons to hang out. I'm honored to have such an incredible friend by my side.
Takuma Riordan
Groomsman
Meet Taks, an absolute stud and a fantastic friend. We met in high school in Tokyo, and since then, we've shared countless hangouts in both Tokyo and NYC. Our adventures have taken us on trips to Zermatt and Aspen, creating unforgettable times. Takuma is a hilarious guy and loved by everyone. One of the best things about going through residency in NYC is getting to hang out more with him. I'm thrilled to have such an amazing friend by my side.
Jeremy Proctor
Groomsman
Meet Jez, a hilarious dude and the source of countless ridiculous times together. We met in high school in Tokyo and have shared unforgettable moments since then, including our time at USC and nights out in NYC. Currently, he's crushing it living in Tokyo, and he's well-liked by everyone who knows him. Jeremy has a knack for making every time we hangout special. I'm honored to have such an incredible friend by my side.
Kenjo Maeji
Groomsman
Meet Kenj, a life long friend and an absolute lad. We met in kindergarten in Tokyo and grew up together, sharing countless memories from karate and tee ball to middle and high school. Our adventures have taken us all over—from NYC to Switzerland, the US, Morocco, and Spain. I'm lucky to have spent so much time with him, both living in NYC and on our trips. Kenjo has been a constant and cherished part of my life, and I'm honored to have him by my side.