Wedding Party
Lauren Nicol
Maid of Honor
Lauren is Emma’s Soul Sister and the two have been inseparable since being adopted together. From play dates, to returning to China when they were 16, to ten+ hour shopping trips (not an exaggeration) these two have built a bond that is unique and everlasting.
Zach Zbarsky
Best Man
Jake and his older brother Zach have been close since they were kids, supporting each other through all of life’s trials and tribulations. Jake has the incredible honor of being the godfather to Zach’s firstborn, and he and Emma absolutely adore both of Zach’s beautiful daughters. They love Zach too… of course — until Fantasy Football season rolls around.
Stephanie Foresman-Wrenn
Matron of Honor
Best friends since meeting at Sussex Tech High School, these two did everything together with laughter and a lot of love. More like sisters than friends, Emma couldn't imagine getting married without Stephanie by her side, just as she was when Steph got married.
Richie Schmidt
Groomsman
A stepbrother like no other, Jake and Richie grew up together and have always supported each other. The two of them have been on many memorable adventures. Richie is the captain of Jake’s softball team and you can catch them playing under the "Tuesday Night Lights".
Megan Davidson
Bridesmaid
Giggling since 2011, Megan has been Emma’s true ride-or-die through every high and low. From unforgettable adventures to everyday moments, they’ve shared it all — usually laughing with (and sometimes at) Jake along the way.
Larry Caldwell
Groomsman
The TALLEST groomsmen and one of the Bloomsburg Boys. Jake and Larry met at their alma mater and have been good friends ever since. They are now colleagues too.
Marlee Messick
Bridesmaid
Marlee and Emma met in their childhood ballet classes. After college, they both moved to Baltimore City unaware that they lived just a few blocks apart. Marlee became one of Emma’s closest friends in the City. Fun Fact: She’s one of the first friends Emma introduced to Jake. Yes, she approved!
Jim Baker
Groomsman
Jake and Jim have been good buddies since becoming roommates at college freshman year. Now, Jake, Emma & Jim enjoy great concerts, football games and even trivia nights together.
Gillian Heckert-Mitchell
Bridesmaid
Gillian has been a constant balance in Emma's life after taking classes together in college. With a genuine smile on her face, she always supports Emma through thick and thin. She continues to be one of Emma’s dearest friends, visiting often in Pennsylvania and Rehoboth.
Chris Fratinardo
Groomsman
Jake and Chris were randomly assigned as roommates their freshman year at Bloomsburg. Since then, Chris has become one of the funniest people Jake and Emma know, always keeping them laughing. Somehow, only Chris could talk Jake into running not just a half marathon, but a full marathon too.
Hannah Chang
Bridesmaid
Hannah, originally from California, became Emma’s neighbor when she moved to Baltimore. Emma witnessed many of Hannah's East Coast "firsts", like snow. Since Emma and Jake moved to PA, Hannah and her husband Adam have continued to be true friends. They always have a blast when they are together. Fun Fact: Hannah met Emma's Mom first and she introduced them knowing they would become great friends.
Greg (Fried) Rice
Groomsman
Greg and Jake go way back to their high school days in Hatboro, PA. Over the years, their friendship has included long weekend adventures — often featuring a proper bourbon tasting or two. Greg and his wife, Maddie, proudly introduced Emma and Jake to some of the best eateries in Baltimore… and of course, the best bar in the city, Foleys. Fun fact: On June 8th, 2025, these two played a crucial role in Jake’s proposal to Emma — keeping the ring safe and the secret even safer.