Bride
Jenna is originally from Oklahoma. She moved to Washington, DC after graduate school in January 2021. Jenna currently works as the Director of Advocacy & Federal Programs at a community development nonprofit. She loves crafts, being outside, and going out to eat with Joe.
Groom
Joe is originally from Ellicott City, Maryland. He's been living in Washington, DC since moving in with Jenna in 2023. He currently works as a Supply Chain Analyst for Bennelli USA. Joe loves gaming with his friends, making craft cocktails, and going to baseball games with Jenna.
Maid of Honor
Julia + Jenna met in a D.C. book club in Spring 2021. They became instant friends and have been running the book club together now for over 3 years. They also love craft nights, volunteering, and planning fun events for their friends.
Best Man
Ben and Joe met in college at Penn State University. They always tried to get together for the blue/white game, arts fest, or any other Penn State game. They’ve also had lots of fun times out at DC bars and taking a hiking trip out West to several national parks.
Bridesmaid
Chloe is Jenna's cousin who is more like a sister. They have matching tattoos!
Bridesmaid
Becca and Jenna were roommates when Jenna first moved to DC and have been friends ever since.
Bridesmaid
Katy and Jenna met in book club in DC. They love backpacking together and generally being outside.
Bridesmaid
Evelyn and Jenna have been friends since high school. Jenna was in Evelyn's wedding in March 2024!
Bridesmate
Zugeily and Jenna met at Baylor University. They like to call themselves travel & adventure buddies!
Groomsman
Sean and Joe met in high school. Joe was a groomsman in Sean's Memorial Day weekend wedding in 2022.
Groomsman
Robi and Joe are close friends who have defeated countless video games together!
Groomsman
Joe was Dalton's "big" in their college fraternity. They enjoy hanging out together post-college now that they both live in DC!
Groomsman
Ryan and Joe were roommates at Penn State and have stayed in touch even living far apart on the East Coast.
Groomsman
Joe and Alex enjoy catching up when Alex is actually in the country. They both love eating good food.