Best Man
Brad's younger brother, probably the coolest guy there is. Tall, musical, loyal, loving. The whetstone that sharpened the blade that is Brad's love and (inferior) skill for games and basketball. In grad school for sports management at NYU
Maid of Honor
Nia's best friend from school and just life in general. Almost singlehandedly responsible for lovingly dragging her to pretty much any social event between the ages of 22 and 25. One of the kindest and hardest working people she knows and will make an amazing doctor someday soon.
Groomsman
Brad's college roommate and best friend. One of the funniest people there is. Also somehow (kidding) a licensed physician at the Cleveland Clinic doing some great work. Gives fantastic hugs, and can talk to anybody about anything.
Groomsman
Nia's younger brother and ride or die since '96. Amazing cook, thoughtful gift giver, and incredible father to the cutest little girl in the world, Aria.
Groomswoman
Brad's older sister. Somehow managed to be a sister, mentor, and companion to Brad in her life. A shining scholastic example for Brad, who caught enough lessons in the exhaust to get along. Indefatigable, great mom, fiercely loyal. Climate policy activist in DC
Bridesmaid
Nia's friend and longtime bartending partner at Valhalla, where Nia and Brad met. The best at turning Monday night closing shifts in a nearly empty, sticky bar into a time to look forward to and cherish. Currently does kickass geology work, most recently in Antartica!
Bridesmaid
Brad's younger sister. Loves trying new things, going new places, and meeting new people. Also shares Brad's love for food and music and having a good time. Smart and hard working and is going to change the world, the only question is where! Lives in southeast Africa at the moment...
Bridesmaid
One of the first friends Nia made at Rice and an incredible friend and neighbor to both Brad and Nia for two amazing years. An incredible burst of positive energy in a tiny package, Megan is always up for darn near anything, whether it's crossword puzzle, camping, or a night of dancing on tables at Valhalla. Ask her about her Chaco tan.
Bridesmaid
Brad's cousin twin (age-matched!). Grew up summering together, babysitting/being babysat by legions of other cousins. Adventurous, wisened, younger than she sounds. Badass nurse at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Bridesmaid
Nia's close friend since preschool. Erin and Nia essentially grew up together and though they may have (sort of) graduated from Gamecube sessions and Land Before Time marathons as the chief activities of their hangouts the bond is still as strong as ever.
Groomsman
Brad's brother-in-law who has been very much a brother to him over the last 12 (!) years. Shares many loves with Brad, including data, science, chess, sport, and family. Education policy researcher who is nearing the end of a PhD in that area. Loving dad/husband to Lindsey, James, and Aurora.
Bridesmaid
Nia's close friend from highschool and a huge reason she has such fond memories of her time at Cary Academy. Rim is probably one of the kindest people on planet earth and is just a general joy to talk to and hang out with. Also is a pretty amazing pediatrician at UNC.