Wedding Party
Stephen Baisden
Best Man
ET: Steve and I met in high school, and while we weren't close friends right away, our love grew very quickly, as if someone poured gasoline on a dumpster fire. Soon enough, I was spending more time at his house than mine, walking into the house without knocking, and being fed far too many meals by his (my second) mother, Karin. For the last 15 years, I've been lucky enough to call Steve one of my closest friends, and I really view him as a brother. He's a (somewhat) new girl dad, so make sure to overwhelm him with long conversations about parenting tips! Likes: Hoping one day the Jags will win a Super Bowl, being a demon on the golf course, his wonderful wife Ellie & their daughter, their two doodles Theo & Henry, absolutely kicking my ass in ping pong Dislikes: When I overly narrate things on road trips, his name being spelled with a V, my wasted golf potential, Trevor Lawrence first half of last season, when I'm actually better than him at anything
Jordan Fickett
Best Man
ET: On the contrary to Stephen, it was almost like love at first sight with Jordan. Impeccable jumpshot, cool demeanor, and the ability to dunk - what more is there to value in a man? After he became Steve's roommate in college, I deployed my old strategy - spending more time at their place than mine, walking in without knocking, and graciously devouring Trader Joe's orange chicken dinners. Jordan's friendship has and continues to mean the world to me, and I really couldn't imagine what life would be like without him. He's also Lady's godfather, not sure what else could better illustrate his importance. Likes: Winning, being called J, his amazing wife Chelsea, their two puppies (Pip & Ophie), having the ability to sleep through a tornado Dislikes: Losing, the pain of an underachieving NFL franchise, when someone isn't handing him a PBR, Steve being a better golfer
Lindsey Anderson
Matron of Honor
AC: My big sister, my built in best friend. If you know me, you know my sister, and not just knowing of my sister but knowing details because I love to talk about her -- I'm typical "my sister" this and "my sister" that. From being forced to come in 2nd place every time we played Mario Kart, to arguing across the house while mom and dad ran errands and we had chores to do, to now being real-world adults, Lindsey is there for me through everything. As her former Maid of Honor (tough to beat), I couldn't imaging saying "I do" without her supporting me (and keeping me in check) as my Matron of Honor. Likes: Cooper (her dog), Diet Coke, Washing her hair nightly, English Muffin pizzas Dislikes: Most leftovers, losing in Mario Kart, when the ice cream to chocolate sauce ratio isn't perfect
Hannah Leysath
Maid of Honor
AC: Hannah and I go way back -- we met in third grade and instantly became best friends. Many of my days were spent at the Leysath house, baking cookies and listening to Hannah Montana as kids, or coming home entirely too late on Friday and Saturday nights in high school. Hannah keeps me grounded, reminds me when things really aren't that deep, and is literally the funniest person I know. We've been together through it all -- me getting in massive in trouble in middle school (sorry mom and dad), Hannah trying to figure out what college to go to (trauma for us both), navigating adulting and homeownership (ask Hannah about her new house), so it's only right to have her next to me as my Maid of Honor. (And she claimed being it a few years ago). Likes: Clemson, Porches/Decks, A glass of wine with dessert Dislikes: Jack Fire, Wearing her glasses at night even though she's supposed to
Isaiah Pullings
Groomsman
ET: Meeting a friend at work is nice, meeting one of the closest friends you've ever had at work is nothing short of shocking. After quickly realizing we shared essentially all the same interests, I did something that went against my moral code - I started hanging out with a coworker outside of work. He was actually there to witness the first day Alyssa & I met in person. Fast forward a few years & him moving to NY, and we're still just as close (honestly it's kinda tiresome like leave me alone man). Likes: Drake, Ice Spice, Payton Pritchard (his favorite basketball player), buying a bunch of PS5's at release in order to resell thus contributing to severe initial shortages for consumers and driving up resale prices all for selfish monetary gain (tactical), clothing with owls on it, a good Cabernet Sauvignon Dislikes: Boston Celtics, me being unequivocally better at fantasy basketball, believing the Moon landing actually happened, when the Celtics swept the Brooklyn Nets in the first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs and effectively made them irrelevant ever since, Joe Tsai
Michael Kilcullen
Groomsman
ET: Not many can say they have memories with someone that span roughly 80% of their time on Earth (who aren't family), but Mike has really been putting up with me for that long. After meeting in 2nd grade and sharing an absurd amount of adventures together, no one has made me laugh so hard, so often - this guy is truly one-of-a-kind, and it's so freaking cool that I get to share this next adventure with him as well. Likes: Screaming DUUUVAL, eclectic sodas, vintage sportswear, driving a car that looked like Blastoise, karaoke duets of Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl) by Looking Glass Dislikes: Getting called into Ms. Hodges office, Helen Keller, when his granny got hit by a bazooka, any time an establishment isn't playing Man in the Mirror
Josh Laurin
Groomsman
ET: The husband of my sister Brittany, I felt honored when Josh accepted the burden of being my groomsman (he probably thought this day would never come). As a long-time witness to my love life pre-Alyssa, I can only imagine the pride he feels seeing I was able to still manage a massive W in having her agree to marry me. Likes: My sister, being an awesome dad, flying helicopters, The United States of America, letting me freeball a speech at his wedding Dislikes: When his children are sleeping and I forget and am overly loud, how he always somehow gets me better gifts, when his son's children's books don't include hypothetical animal battle tournaments
Kelsie Kadner
Bridesmaid
AC: Kelsie and I first met during sorority recruitment at Kennesaw State, when I was paired with her during philanthropy round. When she got her bid to AOII, I was her bid day buddy, tasked with making her feel welcome and included in the bid day festivities. I'm not sure if I accomplished that or not, especially when I kept trying to get her to dance thinking she was shy and not realizing her knee problems, but I kept forcing myself into social settings with Kelsie and we eventually became Big & Little. Our friendship remained steadfast through college and post-grad, and as luck would have it, Kelsie's work moved her to Jacksonville Beach in 2024. With many coffee dates, days on the beach, or walks with the dogs, Kelsie remains one of my best friends, and I knew I had to have her by my side on our wedding day. Likes: Beach walks, Courtesy of the Red, White, & Blue by Toby Keith, Autopilot on her car, Always having a next trip booked/planned Dislikes: Fireball (now), When the Shake Shack burger isn't available on Delta flights
Erika Frizzell
Bridesmaid
AC: Erika is another friend that I basically forced myself into social situations to become friends with. We had known each other for a few years, both being a part of AOII, but didn't really become close until one day we went to a mutual friend's brunch and then I just decided to spend the whole day with Erika. We've been inseparable since. I basically lived on Erika's couch for the better part of my junior and senior year of college, and we officially became roommates post-grad. I was lucky enough to be in Erika's bridal party at her wedding last year, so it was a no brainer to ask her to be a part of mine. Likes: Tater Tot (her dog), Glee, Calhoun, GA, Caesar salad reviews Dislikes: Soulcycle, When the song "Valerie" is not the Glee cast version
Carly Nesbitt
Bridesmaid
AC: I met Carly through Erika, and after living with both Carly and Erika post-grad, our friendship really took off. Carly is my cool friend, effortlessly trendy and a beautiful human inside and out. Carly is also engaged (to Austin, our officiant) and I am so thankful to go through this season of life with someone so special to me. Likes: Any sort of game, Mr. C's, Facebook Marketplace, A morning cup of coffee Dislikes: Any sort of bug
Autumn White
Bridesmaid
AC: Autumn and I are two parts of the same brain, and realized so during a game of Cards Against Humanity in 2017. After both of us burst out laughing at the same card, to which no one else thought funny, we haven’t stopped giggling since. From our AOII memories to working professionally for the organization post-grad, Autumn and I have stayed close, vlogging to an audience of 1 to keep each other in the loop of our lives. Likes: Comet (her dog), Her new hobbies tennis and Zumba, A good photo op, Finding the perfect outfit, Buffalo sauce Dislikes: The state of Kansas, Delayed flights, The way buffalo sauce makes her feel
Brittany Laurin
Bridesmaid
AC: Brittany is Evan’s older sister, and from the very beginning she has made me feel like part of the family. From the first time I was invited over for dinner, to the many holidays and family gatherings I've been a part of, I’m so grateful for her kindness and support, and I’m excited to have her standing with me on the big day. Likes: Pickleball, Colt + Isla (obviously), Family golf cart rides, Having a full schedule Dislikes: When her children are sleeping and Evan forgets and is overly loud, frustrating real estate clients, SUVs that don't have enough space
Amelia
Flower Girl
Isla
Flower Girl
Colt
Ring Bearer
Future Nephew
Ring Bearer
Austin Perguson
Officiant