Alyssa & Nick
Our I Do Crew
Nick Goree
Groom
Loving. Dedicated. Fun. If I had to pick just three words to describe Nick it would be those. He is of course also handsome but that goes without saying. He brings out the best in me and everyone around him. He is the best man I have ever known, my all time favorite person, and I am so glad to call him mine forever. ~ Alyssa
Alyssa Poehls
Bride
Often times we have difficulty finding the one person that shares the same thoughts, ideas and beliefs as you. In friends, you can sometimes find two of the three variables, but you know you found someone special when they can check off all the boxes at once. She always has a weird song in her head, has a mountain of shoes - several pair for all the occasions - and knows that every dinner deserves a bowl of ice cream at the end. She's my favorite person and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with her by my side. ~ Nick
Bella Dubiel
Maid of Honor
Bella is Alyssa's cousin and one of her very best friends. From photo shoots and filming their own movies as kids to adventures in LA, they share some of the best memories and Bella is guaranteed to bring out the party in Alyssa. Bella is the Maid of Honor, creative guru, and party starter.
Heather Barker
Matron of Honor
Heather and Alyssa met as coworkers and quickly became besties! Heather has been Alyssa's confidant, voice of reason, and dance partner from the very beginning. From amazing concerts and making each other crack up at the worst times while at work to being their for the hard times, Heather has been an amazing friend and is the BEST Matron of Honor.
Savanah Kirby
Bridesmaid
Savanah (or Suzy as Alyssa likes to call her) is Alyssa's baby sister. Alyssa wasn't so sure about Suzy when she was born but Suzy grew on her. Suzy is the world's best sister, best slumber party buddy, and the only Smallville marathon partner. Savanah is a Bridesmaid and will be the one guaranteed to make Alyssa laugh!
Jenny Richter
Bridesmaid
Jenny and Alyssa met at work before becoming best friends. They bonded over their shared love of Starbucks during frequent trips during the workday to get away. During those trips they soon recognized their mutual shopping addiction and general annoyance for people doing stupid things! Jenny is the best friend a girl could ask for and an amazing Bridesmaid!
Ashley Poehls
Bridesmaid
Ashley is Alyssa's cousin and one of her first best friends. Ashley and Alyssa are more like sisters and when they were kids fought like sisters too! Now that they have grown up, they love to craft, shop, and watch their favorite shows together. Ashley is a bridesmaid, is the expert crafter helping to pull the wedding together, and will definitely keep Alyssa calm on the big day!
Kylee Poehls
Bridal Attendant
Kylee is Alyssa's baby cousin and one of her best friends. They have shared some of the best adventures together at Country Fest, Lambeau Field, and just hanging out! Kylee always makes Alyssa laugh and pursues all things she does with passion. Kylee is the best bridal attendant and keeps everything in order (and keeps Alyssa sane).
Payton Kelley
Bridal Attendant and Bridal Beauty Expert
Payton is Alyssa's friend and hair savior. They bonded over sharing dating horror stories, comparing online dating tips and tricks, and later their shared online dating success stories! Payton is the sweetest and will be in charge of all things hair and beauty at the Wedding (and keeping Alyssa smiling during the busiest and best day)!
Jace Peters
Ring Bearer
Jace is Alyssa's little cousin. His mom, Bella, is the Maid of Honor. Jace has the biggest personality and will be the life of the party. And he will really up the cute factor of the whole day as the ring bearer.
Adam Schlei
Best Man
Nick and Adam have been best friends since they met at Horace Mann Middle School. Arguing with teachers, learning they love to drink beer, attending all the parties, playing video games, burning torches in the basement of their high school, accidentally hitting a deer at 4:00a after sneaking out of the house, dressing alike by accident, learning how to grow various pepper plants, talking each other through college graduation, arranging yearly 4th of July celebrations - all things these two have tackled throughout the years. Life-long frieds, Adam is Nick's Best Man.
Eric Bender
Groomsman
One time roommates, Nick and Eric have been friends since high school. Together they take frequent fishing and camping trips throughout Northern WI, and enjoy trying to out-do one another with the latest and greatest tools and gadgets.
Kevin Goree
Groomsman
Nick's younger brother, and all time nemesis.
Dan Otto
Groomsman
Nick met Dan in Minneapolis during Men's Summer League Softball. Friends from the beginning - Nick tries his best to beat Dan in golf (rare feat), and they frequently hit the lakes in the winter for some quality Minnesota ice fishing.
Tim Heinzl
Groomsman
The epicenter of the grocery world in Wausau - Quality Foods IGA employed both Nick and Tim when they were 16. They quickly became best friends, spending time exploring the greater Wausau area, attending all the parties and concerts they could afford. They both moved to Minneapolis 14 years ago and have been frequent roommates during that time period. Tim loves smoking meats during the warm weather months, and frequently hits the lakes during the winter for some ice fishing.
Jordan Poehls
Usher
Alyssa and her cousin Jordan have many great memories growing up together. Jordan shares Alyssa and Nick's love for fishing, and has a fantastic sense of humor. He's sure to make people smile during the wedding, and we're so happy to have him as part of our wedding party.
Blake Dubiel
Usher
Alyssa has so many great memories of spending time with her cousin Blake while growing up. He's one of the nicest people you'll ever get to meet, and we're excited to have Blake as part of our wedding party. He will certainly ensure the day is goes off without a hitch.
Mason Poehls
Usher
Mason is Alyssa's younger cousin. Easy to spot at 6'3", Mason is an accomplished basketball player in the Eau Claire area. One of the nicest people you can meet, Mason will bring some necessary youthful energy to our big event. We are so happy to have him as part of our wedding party.