Vick & Katie
Wedding Party
Matt Miller
Best Man
Matt is Katie's older brother. Matt was always in favor of me dating Katie. He even gave me his blessing years before Katie and I started dating. So you can thank him for our relationship because without him it probably wouldn't have happened. Matt lives in Denver, Colorado and is your typical outdoor junkie. Despite the time difference and probably skiing on some mountain, he always makes time to take our calls and catch up with us. He even spent a couple weeks working remotely in Columbus while helping me renovate my kitchen. I'm excited to finally have a brother and couldn't have asked for a better man to be with me on my wedding day.
Priyanka Kolli
Maid of Honor
Priyanka is Vick's younger sister. She had an integral part in helping Vick to carry out his proposal plans...making sure my hair, make-up, and nails all looked perfect (she has THE best blow dryer/curling iron a girl could ask for lol). And with all this, she somehow managed to keep the the whole proposal day a surprise. Priyanka is in her residency in Philly for Psychiatry, but always makes time for her family! She is the best Auntie/Atta that our little doggo Lillie could ask for. I am so thankful for how welcoming Priyanka has always been to me, and feel so lucky to soon call her a sister!
Nate Reitman
Best Man
Ask Nate about the first time we played soccer and how I made him look silly. What followed was the start of a life long friendship where we hung out almost everyday through college. Even now, we still make it a point to catch up during lunch and see what the other is eating. From waking up early in college to watch the Premier League, late nights out in Southside, to shredding some gnar on the mountains, Nate and I have made too many memories to count. Now we'll have one more memory of my wedding day!
Abby Todd
Matron of Honor
Abby is one of my older cousins. She was my very first best friend growing up. We spent every weekend together playing school, swimming at the pool, or playing Barbie dolls (I'm still sorry about that time I decided it was a good idea to give your Barbie doll a hair cut lol). We used to put on the best magic shows as kids...ask our family about that one time we cut Abby in half, I know the crowd still wonders how we performed this show stopping trick hahaha. But on a serious note, Abby is one of the kindest people I know! She's always willing to offer a helping hand or word of encouragement, and I have always looked up to her! I feel so lucky to call Abby both family and a friend!
Dan Campayno
Groomsman
From being on the high school tennis team and even winning state marching band titles, Dan has been a mainstay in my life for over a decade. We decided that we didn't need new friends at college and became roommates. Everyone told us that was a bad idea and we would hate each other by Christmas. Well we showed those haters - and ended up rooming together for 4 years. And in those years we enoyed way too much greasy pizza, mystery beers from Jekyl & Hyde, and many walks home across the 10th Street Bridge. Having been by Dan's side on his special day, I'm happy to finally have him by my side at my wedding!
Jenna Dean
Bridesmaid
Jenna is one of my other older cousins, she was like an older sister to me growing up, and I always wanted to be just like her! I used to anxiously wait for her to pass down her old clothes and dresses or have her fix my hair in the best 90's style crimped waves or butterfly clips and tiny braids, so I could follow her fashion sense. Jenna even inspired me to go to physical therapy school, and always seemed to know just when to send me a text message or word of encouragement when school seemed to get tough. Jenna will always stand up for and support the people she cares about, and I feel so lucky that she has always been there for and supportive to me through everything!
Jake Petroski
Groomsman
I met Jake back when I started work at Amazon. Training in Milwaukee, we spent our time learning our new jobs, golfing and playing pool with the locals at the Brat Stop. When we moved to Columbus, our friendship continued and I would hang out with Jake and his future wife Sarah, spending more time at their apartment than my own. Countless hours have been spent playing video games, drinking cold Coors Light, and watching the Buffalo Bills be an average football team. Most people like getting their packages from Amazon in two days, but for me it gave me one of my best friends and I can't wait to share my wedding day with Jake!
Aly Kovach
Bridesmaid
Aly is one of my younger cousins. While Jenna and Abby gave me the chance to have "older sisters" growing up, Aly and her sisters gave me the chance to be that "older sister." I used to babysit Aly and her twin sisters Lexy and Lauren, spending the summers making the best swing-set water slides, taking trips to Cedar Point, and trying every topping imaginable on our pancakes. While I can't say swinging a golf club is ever something I'll be anywhere close to as good at as this D1 athlete, I do enjoy driving around golf carts with a White Claw in hand. Aly is always keeping me laughing and her love for life attitude makes every family party memorable and fun! I can't wait to see all our wedding pictures together in next year's family calendar!
Nandu Prasad
Groomsman
Since our dads have been friends for as long as we know, cosmically speaking, Nandu and I have been friends before we were even born. Growing up, we attended the same temple, participated in the same cultural functions, and have played hours upon hours of Super Smash Bros at every sleepover. He even helped me make my Facebook account when my parents told me I couldn't have one. Nandu was always someone I looked up to and we've made an effort to keep in touch through adulthood, despite him living in New York City. We try to meetup when we're home for the holidays or get together at Heinz Field to root for the Steelers. So who better to have by my side rooting for me on my wedding day?
Gina Barta
Bridesmaid
Gina is one of my closest friends, going all the way back to Padua high school football games, school dances, and late night scary movie marathons. We then went to Duquesne University together in Pittsburgh, all the way through PT school. I don't know how I would have made it through those first few weeks in the St. Ann's freshman dorm without Gina by my side! We kept each other awake during late night study sessions at Gumberg library, or practicing for physical therapy school practicals (where we always wore our matching lucky socks). Not to brag, but our college dorm/house always had the best Christmas decorations, promptly displayed starting November 1st. Gina has always been the sweetest and most supportive friend!
Eric Dodson
Groomsman
I met Eric in college, when I joined the fraternity Phi Kappa Theta. The brothers affectionately called him "Dog" and to this day I still call him that. Of all of my friends, Dog was always the one to say yes to anything... if he would respond to my text message. Through the years, we've gone to music festivals, many sporting events, and played very poorly on the golf course. Despite living in different states, we have always found ways to stay connected and made time to meet up. And hopefully, Dog will be there by my side on my special day, if he would just respond back to my text. Like seriously, it's been months Dog, please respond to my text if you see this.
Hali Evans
Bridesmaid
Hali is my "Big" sister from our sorority, Alpha Sigma Tau. She was the first friend to make me feel at home in a new city during my freshman year of college. Rumor has it that if you show up to Hali's house with Chicken Fries and milk shakes, her cat Hazel won't try to attack you in your sleep lol. Although I can't just walk across the hall, sit on the floor, and laugh or cry about all things life or jam out to One Direction, like we did in college, Hali always has the time to make me feel just as supported with her kind words of advice and heart-to-hearts. She is truly the most caring and selfless friend, everyone deserves a Hali in their life!
Ryan Bubar
Groomsman
Another one of my friends who is always down for anything, Ryan can be the life of any party. I met Ryan while working at Amazon and continued hanging out and even lived with him after I found a new job. Ryan showed me how cool of a city Columbus really is. Whether it's rooting for The Ohio State Buckeyes, trying out a new restaurant or bar, or just binging New Girl for the millionth time, Ryan has been there to keep the party going. From hitting the mountain slopes, spending summer days on the golf courses, or watching our dogs playing with each other, we've shared many memories these last few years and I can't wait to add one more with him on my wedding day!
Jess Burnett
Bridesmaid
Jess is another one of my AST sorority sisters and college friends. I credit Jess to showing me all the important "how to's" of college life. For example...How to make your way behind the bar at a college party to help serve drinks lovingly named after yourself, how to stay up all night singing to Disney movies, how to make the tastiest queso (FYI it taste better when you sit on the floor eating it out of a large bowl), and how to celebrate St. Pattys Day, the Pittsburgh way. Jess will keep any group message alive and is always willing to exchange dog photos of our favorite four legged friends. I know I can count on Jess to make sure all of "The Best" Taylor Swift songs are played on our wedding day!
Conor Burns
Groomsman
Making friends in college is hard. At our first college mixer, Conor recognized me from his floor and decided to follow me around for the night. I thought he was weird and wanted him to leave me alone. Conor stuck around long enough for me to realize that he was a genuine guy. How many people will stay up till 4am the morning before a final with you and then call you to make sure you didn't sleep through that said final? Conor has dealt with my shenanigans for the past 10 years, including many cabin trips, making a fool of myself on the golf course and catching the latest superhero movie. Now I'm the one who never leaves him alone, calling him when he is done with work to catch up. You'll find Conor on the dance floor throwing it down come my wedding day!
Ashleigh Gorman
Bridesmaid
Ashleigh is one of my best college friends. Nothing is better then a trip to Milanos Pizza or a Pittsburgh Beer Fest with Ashleigh. She is always up for a night of crafting or cooking a big pot of chili, with a glass of wine in hand (served best in a monogrammed cup, of course). No matter how late into the night it is, I know I can always count on her to remember all the old dance moves to Greek Sing Routines and bust out some old sorority choreography with me. Whether it was at a sorority dance, or just dancing around the carpet floor of a dorm room, we always have the best time. I know I can count on Ashleigh for anything, catch her on the dance floor all night with me on our big day!
Chris Martin
Groomsman
When one says "putting up with another", Chris has no doubt put up with me through the years. I would break into his bedroom in college so I could get away from parties and sneak through his kitchen window to eat his snacks. Even when I moved to Columbus, he would respond to my 3am phone calls with a text saying "How did you move away but still find ways to wake me up?". Despite all of our banter, Chris has always been by my side and really has put up with me... the least I could do is ask him to be apart of my wedding day so he can continue putting up with me for one more day.
Gina DiPaolo
Bridesmaid
Gina is one of the most loyal friends a girl could ask for. We were friends and roommates through college at Duquesne, sharing some of the greatest memories. Gina and I had the ultimate hype-up playlist in college, featuring some of Kanye's best and the one and only JFed. She always knew when a box of pizza rolls from the campus market or a pint of Ben and Jerry's was the needed solution to any problem. Monday nights are best spent with this friend rooting for our favorite love stories to unfold on "The Bachelor". Gina is endlessly supportive and always there for you, and rooting for you.
Lillie
Pup of Honor
Our little fur baby! Don't let those cute eyes deceive you though, she's always looking for ways to get into trouble!