Wedding Party
Annie Spryn
Matron of Honor
Annie is Tessa's wonderfully sassy younger sister and an amazing physical therapist who lives with her husband, Jake, in Pennsylvania (moving to North Carolina in April- YAY!) Annie is insanely artistic and creative, enthusiastically affectionate and always ready with a sarcastic quip- as well as fiercely supportive of everyone she loves. When Tessa and Annie are together, they love to be crafty, listen to their favorite music(als), watch Disney movies, go on adventures in nature, play board games and get cozy. Tessa cannot wait to be back on the same coast/same state again after over 6 years!!! on opposite sides of the country.
Dave Saxon
Best Man
Dave and Trenten met back in medical school, where their bond was immediately cemented by their shared passion for learning, music, and an unspoken understanding of each other's sense of humor. Over the years, Dave and Trenten have shared some unforgettable experiences. From spontaneous adventures in Brazil to quiet nights camping under the stars, they’ve done it all. Whether it's debating life's big questions, telling jokes, or their secret love for jam bands, their friendship knows no bounds.
Emma Theis
Maid of Honor
Emma is Tessa's effervescent youngest sister who's killing it as a lawyer in NYC. Emma is a fashionista and optimist, and life is always fun when she is in your corner! She is an amazing dog mom to Louie and is currently training to be a yoga instructor. Emma is always enjoying the moment as it comes and is very empathetic and kind. When Tessa and Emma are together, they are always ready to chat about design/fashion, travel, yoga, and their career dreams. They like to go thrift shopping, try new restaurants, snack and socialize, as well as see the sites of whatever city they're in!
Liam Moore
Best Man
Liam is not only one of the Trenten's best men but also one of his closest and oldest friends. Their friendship began on Birthright, where they immediately bonded over their shared love for music and sports. What started as a strong connection quickly blossomed into a lifelong friendship. After Liam made the move from New York to Colorado, their shared love of the mountains has been uniting. Beyond the mountains, Liam and Trenten share a love for running jokes and deep conversations about life's greatest mysteries. Whether pondering the nature of the universe or discussing the little absurdities of life, their connection has always been built on laughter, camaraderie, and a shared curiosity for the world.
Austin Barbera
Man of Honor
Tessa's BFF since first grade, Austin and Tessa attended all but 2 years at the same schools together. Austin works on Capitol Hill and lives in D.C. and is extremely knowledgable on all things pop culture, so he keeps Tessa up to date on politics, music and trends. He is wonderfully charismatic and is always the life of the party- as well as a constantly supportive and loyal friend. When Tessa and Austin get together they are loud (lol)- laughing til they cry retelling old stories, singing on car rides, watching music videos, bingeing dramas or documentaries and going out for drinks and dancing. They look forward to blasting show tunes/their college playlists while racing wheelchairs down the hall when they inevitably end up in the same nursing home.
Alexander Neuhaus
Groomsman
Alexander and Trenten’s friendship began on the baseball field in college, where their shared love of the game quickly turned into a bond over dumb jokes and a mutual enjoyment of life. What started as teammates blossomed into a deep and lasting friendship. Over the years, they’ve traveled together to places like Washington D.C., Colorado, and Lake Tahoe, creating memories and strengthening their connection along the way. Their adventures have been full of laughter, and they’ve collected more inside jokes than they can count—each one a reminder of the good times they’ve shared.
Hannah Faeben
Bridesmaid
Hannah is Tessa's bonus sister (aka Joey's wife) living in North Carolina and a wonderful, fun ball of energy! They live in North Carolina and Tessa is so excited to be living in the same state so soon. Hannah is not only a brilliant resident doctor but also an unbelievable cook/baker, crazy talented pottery artist, an avid runner and is constantly mastering new hobbies and activities left and right. She is such a fun conversationalist and brings an energetic pulse to any room she is in! When Hannah and Tessa are together they are talking about any and all topics, hiking and camping, checking out cute breweries and shops and enjoying time with the family. Tessa can't wait to make more memories with her when they move to NC! Tessa, Annie, Emma & Hannah often discuss recruiting their whole family to live on the same cul de sac (aka "family compound") so they can drive each other crazy all, day every day!
Troy Skinner
Groomsman
Troy and Trenten met during their time at Berkeley, bonding over their shared experiences in their fraternity. From the very beginning, they formed an unbreakable friendship, which naturally led to them becoming roommates. Troy and Trenten also played hockey together for Cal, where their teamwork extended beyond just the game, shaping a deep and lasting bond. Their shared love for sports, music, and Taco Bell became the foundation of their friendship, creating countless moments of joy and laughter that continue to bring them closer.
Allison Seeley
Bridesmaid
Allison and Tessa met freshmen year of college where they became pals and later roommates. Allison lives in Rhode Island with her adorable cats and is doing insanely impressive work as a health and wellness promotion specialist at Brown. Tessa has always been so grateful for their long distance friendship - as well as Allison's wit and sarcastic humor. This girl is hilarious. When Tessa and Allison are together they are being silly and cracking jokes, having "heart to heart" conversations, trying new restaurants/food, listening to music, watching sitcoms, and showing each other around their ever changing home cities!
Josh Volponi
Groomsman
Josh is one of Trenten’s closest friends with a bond that was formed during their time playing college baseball together. After undergrad, they took their friendship to the next level by living together in a room that was barely bigger than a closet while they were both doing research at UCSF. Despite the cramped space, their adventures together were anything but small. Their spontaneous natures and shared love for meeting and understanding people created countless memories that continue to shape their friendship today. Josh is not just a groomsman but a true companion who has been by Trenten’s side through some of the most unforgettable moments of his life.
Kim Diaz
Bridesmaid
Kim is one of Tessa's longest friends- starting in first grade, they attended the same elementary and high schools, went to colleges a half hour away from each other, and lived in Northern Virginia post-grad. A CPA and Audit Manager at Deloitte as well as a realtor, Kim is constantly hard working and leveling up! While impressive, Kim is always so incredibly sweet and kind, an amazing listener and a friend you can always count on to have your back. When Tessa and Kim are together they are going on road trips and traveling, meeting up at cute restaurants and coffee shops, catching each other up on their lives and daydreaming about where life will take them next!
Joey Faeben
Groomsman
Joey is Tessa’s oldest brother, and over the years, Trenten has had the privilege of getting to know him through countless family trips and adventures. The bond they've developed is rooted in a shared curiosity about the world around them and a desire to understand what makes it tick. Trenten has always admired Joey's perspective and is excited to be welcomed into the family as a brother. As their friendship continues to grow, Trenten looks forward to many more years of shared experiences, learning, and laughter together.
Josh Theis
Groomsman
Josh is Tessa’s youngest brother and one of Trenten’s groomsmen. Josh and Trenten have built a strong bond over their shared love of music and sports, a connection that has grown over the years. Whether it’s jamming out to their favorite tunes or talking about the NBA, their friendship has only deepened with time. Trenten is incredibly excited to be welcomed into Josh's family, and who knows? Maybe one day they’ll all be making music together as part of the family band.
Jake Spryn
Groomsman
Meet Jake, Trenten’s soon-to-be brother-in-law, and someone Trenten feels incredibly lucky to call a friend. With their shared soft-spoken nature and mutual love of sports and the outdoors, their bond has only strengthened over the years. Whether it’s exploring nature or enjoying a good game, Jake has become someone Trenten truly values, and he’s excited to have him as part of the family.