Wedding Party
Kayla Kleiner
Maid of Honor
Best friends since they were 10, Kayla and Alexis have experienced the trials and tribulations of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood together. That’s a lot of dumb inside jokes! Kayla is a bonus Mutter & the closest thing Alexis has to a sister. Kayla is joining us from Wilmington, NC.
Jordan Beck
Best Man
Jordan and Matt have been through it all together. International travel, long road trips, loss of loved ones, and the joyous birth of his beautiful daughter Morgan (Matt's goddaughter). Matt is so glad to have him by his side for another milestone. He is joining us from Atlanta, GA.
Amelia Lucha
Matron of Honor
Ever make a best friend overnight? Amelia and Alexis did in 2016 after sharing a tube of lipstick during a night out, and have been sharing laughs and makeup ever since. Alexis & Matt are lucky enough to have lifelong double date partners in Amelia & her husband Chris, and to be the godparents of their precious son, Cooper. Amelia joins us from Hillsborough, NC.
Jeff Jennings
Best Man
Jeff is Matt's older brother, and one of his biggest supporters in life. Matt is so grateful that they are not just siblings but best friends. Through it all Jeff has always been there to offer his advice, support, guidance and always a good belly laugh. Alexis is also so grateful she is gaining another older brother. He is joining us from Savannah, GA
Claire Shiflett
Bridesmaid
Alexis and Claire were introduced by mutual friends in 2010, and their friendship flourished over the years, becoming best friends, roommates, confidants, and wine buddies. Alexis is so grateful to have Claire as a pillar of support throughout her life (not to mention the invaluable advice she’s given during wedding planning as a photographer). Claire currently resides in Charlotte, NC.
Matt Edwards
Groomsman
Matt Edwards, often referred to by solely his last name, is one of the most generous and caring people. Edwards & Matt met through work in the early 2010s, quickly becoming inseparable friends. During the course of their friendship, Edwards and Karol (Matt’s late mother) also became close friends. Karol often referred to Edwards as her adopted son, and she loved him as if he was. Edwards is joining us from Belmont, NC.
Hilary Hall
Bridesmaid
Hil & Alexis worked together in 2020 and quickly bonded over their love of true crime podcasts, chain restaurants, wingo, puns, and grilling corn. Hil is the reason Alexis moved to SC in 2021 and they’ve been besties and neighbors ever since! Hil joins us from good ol’ Indian Land, SC.
James Hackett
Groomsman
James, or as you'll hear him called Hackett, grew up on the soccer pitch with Matt. Reconnecting as adults, they have become close friends, though soccer will always be at the heart of their friendship. In both of their words - "COYS!" (big Tottenham Spurs fans). He is joining us from Smithfield, NC
Isham Taveras
Bridesman
Remote work CAN bring lifelong long-distance friendships! Alexis and Isham became co-trainers in 2020 and the world hasn’t been the same since their Hamilton-themed escrow quizzes. Their near-daily FaceTime calls are always a highlight of Alexis’s weeks. Isham is coming in from Brooklyn, NY.
Colin Mutter
Groomsman
Colin is not only Alexis's older brother, but a close friend of Matt's. They quickly formed a friendship bonding over music, love for strategic board games, and movies. Matt is so excited he is gaining another brother in Colin, and Alexis is thrilled that her brother will be by their sides. He joins us from Waxhaw, NC.
Daniel Presson
Ring Bearer
Daniel is Alexis’s precious nephew who keeps Auntie Alexis & Uncle Matt laughing constantly. Daniel has an affinity for Roblox and has near-perfect accuracy at arcade claw machines. Daniel resides in Waxhaw, NC.
Mckinley Jennings
Flower Girl
We’re so excited to have Mckinley, Matt's niece, as our beautiful flower girl. Her favorite pastimes are playing with her two older brothers, Wyatt and Jacob, and watching Paw Patrol! She joins us from Savannah, GA.
Marilyn D’Alessandro
Ceremony Reader
Marilyn, Alexis's aunt and godmother, has been a steadfast source of love and support from the start. Marilyn's wisdom, warmth, and interests have had such an influence on Alexis — nothing better than jazz, sophistication, and the Outer Banks. Marilyn will be joining us from Gaithersburg, MD.
Katie Cwiklinski
Officiant
With over a decade of dedicated pranking and persistent banter, Matt and Katie have the restaurant industry to thank for their close friendship. The Cwiklinskis were the first of Matt’s friends to meet Alexis and have been a source of support and laughter ever since, making Katie the perfect choice to marry the two. She joins us from Mooresville, NC.