Wedding Party

Joanna S Gould

Bride

Michael A Wentz

Groom

Alana Spector

Maid of Honor

Joannas cousin by blood but truly a built in best friend! Alana has been by Joannas side through it ALL. She was the first to know about Joannas interest in Michael and has been a constant source of love and support through their relationship, and throughout Joannas life. Alana is a firecracker. She is someone who brings life into whatever room she enters. Growing up Joanna and Alana maybe appeared as though they were complete opposites (Joanna a quiet observer, Alana taking center stage) but the two always had a connection far deeper than that. Joanna has always looked to her "little cousin" as a best friend and confidant. It is a true privilege to have Alana as the Maid of Honor.

Rachel Pressman Needleman

Bridesmaid

Joanna and Rachel have been best friends since high school. Rachel welcomed Joanna with open arms as she transferred schools and from there it was history. Rachel and Joanna are a dynamic duo who can talk about any and everything. Rachel is always there to offer Joanna advice, a good true crime recommendation and a laugh. Joanna and Rachel have a friendship that is unbreakable. It feels nearly impossible to articulate the bond the two have. They can talk about something as big as "the meaning of life" or as simple as "the differences in hot sauces" yet each conversation is just as special as the last. Rachel, you are a true gem and a gift to have as a friend!

Jamie Katz

Bridesmaid

JKatz is one of Joannas best friends and truly a "long lost sister". They met at summer camp in 2009 and have been glued at the hip since. Jamie has become an honorary Gould member and Joanna, an honorary Katz. If you have not met Jamie, you have been missing out! She is one of the most caring, goofy and genuine people out there. She welcomes everyone with open arms and her bubbly personality. Joanna and Jamie share bonds over their love of Taylor Swift, summer camp, wine, hikes and their passion at work- both in the helping and healing profession. Jamie is a gift to Joannas life and a person that without a doubt will be there always.

Natalie Amsellem

Bridesmaid

Natalie is one of Joannas oldest friends. They met Joannas second summer at Camp Hess Kramer as cabin mates. Natalie was a good foot taller than Joanna yet loved her anyway. Natalie and Joanna spent many summers at camp together and created countless memories. While they have maintained a "long distance friendship" for the majority of their 18 year friendship, , they were able to spend special moments together such as travel to one and others bat mitzvahs. From camp fire talent shows to walking down the aisle today, the pair has sure have come a long way!

Jacqueline Cohen

Bridesmaid

Jacqueline and Joanna met because their now HUSBANDS have been best friends since high school. Jacqueline has watched Michael and Joannas relationship blossom from week 1 and has turned into more than Michaels best friends partner but a true lifelong friend of Joanna as well. Jacqueline is not only an extremely caring and fun friend, but one of the most inclusive people out there. She welcomed Joanna into the "group" with open arms. It is so special that Michaels best friend (Zac) has phenomenal taste and that the four of us can create lifelong memories and bonds now.

Erica Gould

Bridesmaid

Joanna went from having 0 sisters to 5 almost overnight! Erica recently married her twin (Adam) and she could not have picked a more perfect match for her brother. Erica is bubbly, compassionate and most importantly can keep up with the Goulds! While Joanna is making the transition from Gould to Wentz, she feels so excited that theres an awesome woman who will be taking on the last name, and all the craziness it brings. Erica, though we have only just officially become sisters- I knew since day 1 that you were family!

Melanie Wentz

Bridesmaid

Melanie is Michaels sister and has become a sister and friend to Joanna. Melanie is always thoughtful, creative and passionate and this makes her such a wonderful person to have as a family member. Whether it's watching trash TV together, baking, or just talking over breakfast, Joanna always enjoys Melanie's company. Melanie is someone who is always there for a friend and one of the most generous people out there. AND if you ever see Joanna in any clothing item besides leggings and a sweater, it was likely a stylish hand-me-down from the stylish queen herself!

Debbie Wentz

Bridesmaid

Debbie is Michaels older sister and now Joannas sister, too! As an older sister Debbie serves as a great person to go to for advice, support and just an open and honest conversation. Debbie and Joanna share a love for "niche" TV shows and hiking and exploring. Debbie is always willing to lend a helping hand, even if that means getting nicked by a paddle board when rescuing Joanna at sea. Debbie has been like a sister to Joanna since the beginning of Michael and Joannas relationship but Joanna is happy to now have it official!

Kathryn Reinke

Bridesmaid

Kathryn is one of Michaels sisters and now a sister of Joanna as well! Kathryn is synonymous with "fun"! She is always able to make any interaction fun and lively! Kathryn is also one of the most caring and kind people out there. She is welcoming, warm and compassionate. Joanna is truly so fortunate that Kathryn is becoming a sister to her, and not just because she can make her skin GLOW as an aesthetician, but because she is a truly beautiful person both inside and out.

Kelly Reinke

Bridesmaid

Kelly is one of Michaels sisters and the first sister that Joanna met! Immediately, Joanna loved Kellys bubbly personality (and how she took the attention off her when she was meeting the parents). Kelly can light up a room with her energy and makes any event enjoyable. She is a person who is so warm and loving anyone would be lucky to have her as a sister. Tune into 9news Denver to witness for yourself how special this woman is!

Zac Cohen

Best Man

Zac is Michael’s best friend from High School, post-college roommate, and the closest thing he has to a brother. Zac and Michael spend a lot of time together, whether on the golf course, at the breweries, bbq-ing, or hanging on his new boat (thats captain Zac, to you). Zac makes a point of making those around him feel included and entertained and you can watch him on the dance floor and see for yourself. Zac is a very supportive person who has been there since Joanna and Michael first met, even making a cameo appearance on their second date.

Ben Hecht

Groomsman

Ben has been one of Michael’s closest friends since high-school and also a former roommate. Ben is always there to listen, and has a joke on hand at all times. Ben was helpful enough to beautifully capture the moment Michael asked Joanna to marry him! He came prepared with champagne on hand and all! With Ben being the Entrepreneur of the group, Michael and Ben often find themselves chatting about both serious and comical new business ideas over a glass of whiskey. Feel free to ask him about his latest idea – Purge.

Brian Ratajzack

Groomsman

Brian and Michael met back in high-school on the tennis team as doubles partners and have been great friends since. Whether visiting Barcelona for the weekend or taking walking tours in Chicago in the middle of February, Brian always has a great idea for their next adventure. And a fun fact about the small community of Calabasas... Brian was Joannas math tutor one summer when she was in elementary school (you all know how that went!).

Chasen Bender

Groomsman

Chasen and Michael met in high school and have been close friends since (see a theme here?). Despite living in different cities for much of their post high-school lives, they stayed close, always making time to make to each other’s cities for a visit. Thankfully, Chasen has recently moved close and time spent together is more frequent. Chasen is an excellent golfer – much better than his handicap would suggest – and an even better friend.

Alex Gault

Groomsman

Alex and Michael met when pledging the same fraternity in college at Indiana. Both making the foolish decision to join the executive board, they battled through the craziness together and have stayed close friends since. One of Michael’s favorite parts of being in Chicago for business school was getting to be in the same city with Alex again. Alex is one of the most genuine and kind people you will ever meet. You can most definitely find him on the dance floor with his incredible and lively dance moves.

Marc Sallinger

Groomsman

Marc is Michael’s soon-to-be brother-in-law, engaged to his younger sister, Kelly. Marc is a journalist by profession, but you can find him enjoying the outdoors when he’s not busy working on his next story. It is with much excitement that after having 4 sisters, Michael will finally be getting a brother like Marc.

Adam Gould

Groomsman

Adam is Chief Legal Counsel for the groomsmen, and also Joanna’s YOUNGER twin brother/Michaels future Brother-in-law. Adam and Michael first met when Joanna introduced Michael to her family at an Italian restaurant in Calabasas after an exhausting Vegas trip (thanks Zac). Adam and Michael spend time talking hockey (and even grew up playing for the same league.. again, small world Calabasas geography) and ordering unhealthy amounts of sushi whenever Adam makes it back to LA.

Brady Wentz

Best Dog

If you think we could go 5 minutes without mentioning Brady, think again. Brady might not *physically* be at the wedding (can you say chaos?!) but he very much deserves his honorable mention. One could argue that Brady is the center of his paw-ents world and one would find themselves correct. Though he steals Michaels socks and licks Joannas face lotion off her face nightly, he makes their family complete!