Wedding Party
Nikhil Shirsekar
Officiant
Hello I'm Nikhil! I have known Lexi and Nick since they met in college, and as the officiant of this wedding cannot wait to get them married! I am a car enthusiast from North Carolina who loves great food, whether it’s cooking at home or going to new restaurants. My chocolate chip cookies once beat Lexi’s in a competition and that is still my life’s crowning achievement.
Elise Weidman
Person of Honor
Hello, I'm Elise and I have known Lexi for the longest! As the 2nd of her taller siblings, I have enjoyed watching Lexi physically stay the same height but able to grow her relationship with my new brother, Nick. We have had so many adventures whether in Raleigh or San Francisco, from going to see Tenacious D in Wilmington to thrifting on Haight Street, the fun times never stop! When I'm not with Lexi & Nick, I'm at UNC Wilmington studying for my Film Degree, winning at pool, and stretching my creative muscles through special effects makeup & working on my animation series! I cannot wait to see them FINALLY get hitched!
Ishita Singh
Matron of Honor
Hello! I'm Ishita, Lexi and I met at work in Raleigh, NC after I moved from California. We became fast friends and quickly updated our statuses to Work Wives in a few short weeks. After work you could always find us at HIIT or Zumba classes, enjoying some brunch with our fellow Brunks, or devouring some tiramisu. When Lexi and Nick lived in Raleigh, we would switch off hosting different events where you would find us both eating all the food, dancing to whatever song was playing, and being actively immersed in whatever board game we were playing. Despite Lexi's lack of love for pickle backs, me switching companies and them switching sides of the country, we have never been stronger. When I'm not being Lexi's Matron of honor, I'm actively running my event planning business called Ishani Events & leading Go To Market for Pendo, while also juggling being a mom to my dogs Momo and Magi! From my wedding to now hers, this is a friendship that will last a lifetime. I cannot wait to see Lexi and Nick tie the knot!
Misha Bogdanov
Best Man
Hey y'all, I'm Misha! I've had the pleasure of knowing Lexi & Nick since 2019 when I moved to Raleigh. No matter my attempts to escape their hospitable clutches, they nevertheless followed me to San Francisco in 2023. My wife and I currently live in Chicago, and any day now I'm expecting Nick to say: "Hey, I found a new job in Chicago, Lexi I swear we need to move there to be closer to Misha beers glizzies work.” We’ve been waiting for this day for years, so come find me and let’s have a drink or ten to celebrate! This is most certainly going to be one of the events of 2025, and I’m beyond excited to celebrate the newly minted Weidmans Sischos with you all.
Keyonna Brown
Bridesmaid
Hello! I'm Keyonna! I met Lexi and Nick through our mutual friend and matron of honor - Ishita! It was my first and LAST time trying Absinthe, little did I know that was the first of many experiences I'd have with them! Lexi and Nick have always been fun, supportive, and light hearted people that I always enjoy being around! Lexi and I grew close over the years - even in distance - and she has grown to become one of my best friends! Even though we are miles apart I sometimes feel like we've never been closer. Besides wallowing in self pity while the beautiful Bride is over a thousand miles away, I do enjoy being at home with Chris and my two doggies Harley and Titan! I'm currently a solution architect (whatever that means) and spend my time performing hazardous activities such as concerts, festivals, and more! I'm so so excited to meet everybody and get these two amazing people hitched!
Will Duke
Groomsman
Hello, I'm Will! I was Nick's college roommate, I knew Nick even before Lexi did! I currently live in Durham and I am a software engineer for IBM. I spend most of my time hiking Eno State Park with my dog, playing games with friends, or looking for the next new best place to eat. You can find me near the food or the bar!
Jessica Kuesel
Bridesmaid
Hello I'm Jessica! I met our esteemed Groom sophomore year of college at NC State (Go Pack!) where we were next-door neighbors. I basically lived in his apartment, mostly to torment his roommates into playing ping pong with me. Then along came Lexi, and suddenly, my daily visits weren’t just about forcing someone into a competitive match—I had a new best friend. From that moment on, we were inseparable, whether we were planning our next night out in Raleigh, hosting our annual Friendsgivingmas (because why celebrate just one holiday when you can combine two?), or hunting down the best new restaurant to try. Somewhere along the way, Nick and Lexi made the mistake of letting me into their poker games, where I proceeded to take all their money (don't worry, guys, I spent it wisely on Taco Bell and questionable fashion choices). And of course, I can't forget our post-graduation trip to Savannah, where I managed to get third-degree sunburns and sign us up for ghost tours—because nothing soothes a sun-scorched body like a haunted adventure. Now, life looks a little different—I’ve got my amazing husband Nolan, our two fur babies Friday and Potato, and a farm full of chickens, goats, and honey bees. But no matter how much life has changed, Nick and Lexi have always been like family. From sophomore shenanigans to now standing by their side on their big day, I couldn’t be more honored (and slightly emotional, but we don’t talk about that). Love you both!
Zach Jost
Groomsman
Hello I'm Zach, I am Nick's brother-in-law! I live in Boston and work as an optometrist. I can often be found on the golf course, hiking with our golden retriever, or hopping on a plane to another new destination. Look for me on the dance floor if you hear a 90s boy band song!
Katie Jost
Bridesmaid
Hi! I'm Nick's sister and Lexi's soon-to-be sister! I live in Boston and work in marketing for Play-Doh (yes, that Play-Doh). I can be found jumping on a flight across the world as often as possible. I share Lexi's love of fun cocktails and cool restaurants! Though I share Nick's love of reading, you cannot get me off the dance floor (especially if ABBA comes on)!
Jacob Weidman
Groomsman
Hey there, I’m Jacob Weidman, Lexi’s favorite brother. I’m also the tallest member of our family for now... Lexi is a great sister, especially because she's marrying Nick! I’m very excited to have Nick be my “big bro”, even if he makes me the second tallest. All that matters is I’m still taller than Lexi. Lexi is a great big sister who I have and will always love. It makes me happy she has found Nickolas. I wish them all the best for their life together. I am sure they will live happily ever after.
Grace Gao
Bridesmaid
Hi, I’m Grace! My intro to Lexi & Nick was more of an advanced immersion program: immediately entering a six-person social isolation pod together after moving across the country to NC in March 2020 to wait out the pandemic with my partner. And I would now propose that that's how you're actually meant to experience these two. From my very first day, they immediately felt like a home, between Lexi's total command of a stock pot (good soup) and Nick's overly eager hosting (I'm never done eating yet). I got to experience so many joyous firsts with them – my first Dorothea Dix picnic on the first beautiful Saturdays of the year, my first seafood boil, and my first (of many) trips to Asheville. I currently live in Chicago with my partner, Misha, and our sweet nincompoop feline daughter, Kanson. When I'm not out in the streets going after anyone who has ever wronged Lexi, I'm an avid moviegoer and self-appointed Renaissance woman, the latest of my pursuits being knitting. Excited to meet you all!
Kyle Wilson
Groomsman
Hello I'm Kyle and I'm Nick's cousin! I live in New York’s North country, good luck getting to me with all the snow! I work as a union electrical apprentice in Watertown, NY and prefer to be in places you can’t find me, hunting, fishing or 5 miles in the backcountry, skiing. You can, if you know where to look, find me outside soaking up the amazing views of NC!
Victoria Rivas
Bridesmaid
Hi there! I am Victoria, one of Lexi’s bridesmaids. It was through several mutual friends (including Keyonna) that Lexi, Nick, and I were brought together during the pandemic to gaslight and murder our friends in the game of “Among Us.” The connection established through that game developed into one of the most chaotic and joyous friendships of my life. From teaming up in video games, to axe throwing, to standing in line at 5 AM in order to purchase GPUs at BestBuy during a chip shortage, each moment with Lexi and Nick is better than the previous. When I am not wishing I could drink wine in Napa with Lexi again, I am researching my next travel adventure, singing many Broadway showtunes, or cuddling up on the couch to binge Brooklyn Nine-Nine for the 100th time. I look forward to meeting everyone and celebrating these two on their next adventure!
Amrita Malur
Something Blue
Hi! I'm Amrita and I know the bride and groom through officiant/groomsman Nikhil! I am so lucky to have met Lexi and Nick because we've had some crazy fun times together, like partying on a boat in Tahoe or eating lots and lots of hotpot. When I'm not busy being the Something Blue, you can find me lighting up the dance floor, cheffing it up in the kitchen, and singing loudly to Abba. I can't wait to celebrate the special day with these 2 kids, it's gonna be a blast!
