Wedding Party
Sara Adelman
Officiant
Sara is one of Carly’s closest friends who she met during her Global Health Corps fellowship. After a couple of weeks of training together, daily voicenotes kept the two in close touch while they were on different continents until they found themselves adventuring together just about anywhere with mountains and oceans and sun – from Rwanda and the Congo to Iceland and the Azores. Another Southern California native, Sara continues to inspire Carly’s appreciation for taking a moment to breathe, to paint, or to meet a random stranger (and potential new friend?!) Oh, and Sara happened to be crashing at Carly’s in London in 2018 when Carly decided to both swipe right on Tobi’s online profile and to boldly be the first to start the conversation. The two agreed that Tobi seemed genuine and maybe a bit nerdy. Turns out that was accurate.
Michael Marriott
Officiant
Michael – one of Tobias’ three Michaels – is one of Tobias’ closest friends from his days in Exeter and they lived together in London. Michael eventually moved to San Francisco, which ended up being incredibly convenient for Tobias. After three months of long-distance dating, Tobias went to visit Carly in Oakland in late 2018; Carly felt enormously reassured to know that Tobias had a backup option to hang out with in case things went sideways - though that was not needed in the end. But Michael and his now-wife Kelly were the first of Tobias' friends Carly got to meet. Today, Michael, Kelly and the wonderful Josephine live in Denver, but Tobias continues to dream of one day running a café with Mike. Rumour has it that Mike might be amenable to this proposition.
Lauren Kasten
Maid of Honor
Lauren’s Maid of Honor is also her sister and forever best friend. A lot has changed since the early days of eating taquitos while swimming in the spa at the old Mitchell Way house, but Lauren has never failed to make Carly feel heard and understood. Lauren’s ability to care for those around her and embody an impeccable level of patience has always inspired her little sister. These days Lauren is mastering the art of balancing her job as a nurse and serving as Supermom to her two sons, Kole (11) and Evan (4), who continuously bring all the joy to the Hubbard and Kasten families.
Michael 'Michi' Borck
Best Man
Michi is Tobias’ brother, long-time Playmobil and Lego playmate and by now closest confidant. He is the real doctor in the family and knows all the good places to eat and drink in Berlin (in case you’re planning a visit) where he lives with his girlfriend – and Carly’s Bridesmaid – Nirina.
Lauren Feltman
Bridesmaid
As middle schoolers, Lauren and Carly were playing volleyball together, going on snowboarding trips, and spending long afternoons watching Gilmore Girls at the Woolley house. These days, the two are pros at picking up right where they left off every time they get the chance to see each other, whether on a girls getaway to Cape Cod, a weekend in Paris, or visits back to Southern California. Lauren and her husband Justin are currently fixing up their new home in Washington DC, and Carly and Tobi are already looking forward to the next trip the four of us can take together!
Michael 'Mike' Stephens
Best Man
Mike was Tobias’ first boss in London and has become his colleague, business partner, mentor and – most importantly – close friend. Michael and his wife Victoria were part of Tobias’ covid-bubble; they shared long evenings with plenty of booze and takeout when travel bans kept Carly and Tobias apart in 2020/21.
Lindsey Yee
Bridesmaid
One of Carly’s oldest friends, Lindsey and Carly went to school together from the time they were five, but it took several years before Carly wasn’t too intimidated by Linds to get to know her. Turns out it was a good risk to take, as they played flag football together, drove around in her car Jasper (hoping he wouldn’t break down on the highway), went on photography adventures, and hunted for great vintage and music finds. Linds currently lives in North Carolina with her Husband Kevin where she works as an Occupational Therapist.
Reshima 'Reshi' Sharma
Groomswoman
Reshi is one of Tobias’ friends from Exeter and long-time housemate in London. She and Martha, who also lived with Tobias when he first met Carly, will share a few stories about us on Friday evening. Reshi and Tobias are forever connected by their shared love for cheesecake and falafel – and are probably the greatest fans of Yalla Yalla in London you will find.
Aarika Agon
Bridesmaid
Aarika and Carly met in middle school and the two quickly bonded over their gossip of the boys they had crushes on. There was the summer of spending virtually every day together getting into shenanigans and will forever always love the sun and pool whenever they can both be there. Aarika and her husband Zach just welcomed their baby girl Georgia into the world this March – get excited to meet the youngest attendee at the Hubbard-Borck wedding!
Jeremy Hubbard
Groomsman
Jeremy is Tobias’ brother-in-law (and Carly’s brother). He and his wife – and Carly’s Bridesmaid – Jolly (and their British bulldog Winston) have been enormously generous in welcoming Tobias into the Hubbard family and southern California life. Jeremy and Tobias share a love for basketball, especially the Lakers, and all-you-can-eat sushi. Jeremy is also California’s greatest burrito connoisseur (do ask him for his recommendations).
Nirina Goetze
Bridesmaid
Nirina and Carly met on Carly’s first trip to Hamburg to meet Tobias’ family in December 2019. As the girlfriend of Tobi’s brother, Michi (and as the other non-Borck in the room), Nirina managed to help Carly feel immediately welcomed while simultaneously making clear Carly had a new friend she was thrilled to get to know. Nirina is a dentist in Germany where she continues to impress us all with the academic achievements she makes look so easy, and we’re counting down until her next visit to London, because they’re always a treat.
Nathan Mathiot
Groomsman
Nathan and Tobias met when they both worked at RUSI in London. Building on their shared experience of working for the same boss, Tobias and Nathan have developed a friendship built on putting the world to rights with long nerdy discussions about politics over excellent dinners and gin. Tobias will never forget going to an Eminem concert and seeing Hamilton with Nathan and his wife Kira.
Jolly Hubbard
Bridesmaid
Jolly is Carly’s sister-in-law and go-to source of guidance for all things LA and delicious food. Jolly has such an kind heart and has always fit into the Hubbard family like a natural. Carly has particularly appreciated her kindness in welcoming Tobi to the family and can’t wait for some more Thai food or burrito nights, as long as Sir Winston the Bulldog can accompany.
Rafael Serrano
Groomsman
Rafael and Tobias met during their master’s degree at Exeter and later spent some time working together. Together, they fought off unreasonable demands from bosses, discovered the Bruichladdich, and spent many hours discussing the prospects of the 76s and Lakers. Carly and Tobias cannot wait to visit Rafael and his wife Sophie in Seattle to hang out with their super-smart son Javi and his baby-brother (who’s arrival is imminent).
Chase Brightwell
Bridesman
Chase and Carly lived together during their Global Health Corps fellowship in Boston, and it didn’t take long for Chase to become Carly’s confidante and go-to support human in busy social situations and work snafus alike. Carly has always admired Chase’s creativity, drive, and truly caring nature for those around him. Chase now lives with his husband Michael and pup Charlie in their idyllic home in Maine where Tobi and Carly strive to make significantly more frequent visits to – the scenery is dreamy and the company’s alright too.
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