Wedding Party
Ali Arteaga
Maid of Honor
Ali and I became best friends in college at CSULB where we were both the sweethearts of the Sigma Chi fraternity. We hit it off right away with our super weird personalities. We make each other laugh uncontrollably on a regular basis - our men don't always think we're as funny but they just don't get it ;) Ali and I have a podcast together called Bachelor Postgame where we roast everyone on all the Bachelor shows. If you ever need a good laugh, highly recommend you tune in (check it out on Spotify). Ali is so kind, so caring, and so loyal, and I can't wait to have her by my side on the big day!
Taylor Feikema
Bridesmaid
Taylor and I have known each other pretty much our whole lives! We've had so many laughs together throughout the years and so many great memories - from high school volleyball, to high school and college parties, and everything in between. Without her in my life I am truly lost. We've had a lot of wild adventures together, been to lots of concerts together for sure, and for sure Taylor has the best dance moves. Her finger guns are a fan favorite! I felt so blessed to get to be Taylor's bridesmaid in her wedding a couple years ago, and I couldn't imagine my wedding day without her by my side too.
Alicia Parker
Bridesmaid
My girl Alicia - she is simply the best! Alicia and I have been friends since high school and since day one she's always had my back. She is my voice of reason when I don't know what to do. She and I are also cat ladies and bond over art and good food (lots of cheese). I love her hilarious sense of humor and her loyalty as one of my best friends - among many other things I love about her! I can't wait to have her by my side on the big day.
Caroline Vilter
Bridesmaid
Carol - one of the kindest, most dedicated people I know. I can rely on her for any and everything. She loves the people in her life dearly and is an AMAZING mommy! We've been friends since high school and have been lucky enough to have remained great friends all these years. She's hilarious, smart, and I love being my full goofy self with her! So lucky to have her in my life and so lucky to have her stand by my side in the wedding.
Megan Amantea
Bridesmaid
Oh my Megan! The next door neighbor sent from above. I've known Megan since I was 5 years old - being next door neighbors with her was a huge gift from God. We got to grow up together and go through so many life events together! Having her in my life all these years has made life so much fun. Megan is so loyal, so funny, and kind. I loved being able to stand by her side on her big day this year, and I'm so lucky she'll be there on mine!
Olivia Sease
Bridesmaid
Olivia, my little sour patch, I love you so! Another lady I've been lucky enough to know all my life. Some of my favorite memories with Olivia have been playing volleyball together in high school, all of our hilarious memories living together, and our fun summers together in Seal Beach when we were neighbors down the street. Olivia is so kind, so caring, SO funny, and lights up any room she walks into. I'm so grateful for her! Can't wait to have you by my side on the big day Liv :)
Laura Simington
Bridesmaid
Laura, no one can make laugh quite like you can. Becoming friends in seventh grade was a huge gift to me! I had never met anyone like you - you're so unique, SO freakin smart, and so kind to everyone. All of our summers at the beach in high school, vacations to Cabo, and all of life's good times and bad, you've been there through it all. Watching you become a mom has been so incredible! Your kids are the luckiest to have you :) Thank you for always being there for me and for being my bridesmaid!
Meghan Sullivan
Bridesmaid
My dear Meg! I never had a biological sister, but you have always been a sister to me. Being there for me through so many ups and downs, I can't IMAGINE who I would be without you! We've had a lot of laughs, a lot of amazing trips with our moms, and have been by each other's sides through hard times. But I wouldn't have had any other sister in this life besides you! You mean so much to me - thank you for all of these years of friendship (let's be real, we're family). Love you, mean it <3
Mick Schroeder
Best Man
Mick and I have known each other since we were kids. He's pretty even-keel and will give you a good opinion when you really need it. We played a lot of baseball together growing up. We were both excellent ball players and all-stars for many years and even traveled together to play in Cooperstown, NY. Mick understands my meticulous way of daily living and embraces every minute of it. Just ask him. He always has my back. He will always continue to support the Angels and Anaheim Ducks through multiple losing seasons, but that's okay. Come wedding day he'll be ready to grab the microphone and put on a show! Go get em' Schro!
Bryan Hernandez
Groomsman
Recently married himself, my cousin Bryan always keeps me on my toes. We spent a ton of time together growing up and I'm basically like a 3rd brother to him. He has a 2.0 handicap on the golf course and is my financial planner. I can call him anytime because he'll always entertain the nonsense I have to say. We've been to hundreds of professional sports events together and share a photo together on the front cover of the LA Times Sports page during the 2012 LA Kings Stanley Cup victory. If there's any advice Bryan would give you it's probably "Buy The Dip!" I am happy to call Bryan family and can't wait to celebrate together on wedding day. Cheers kid!
Hunter Riach
Groomsman
My guy Hunt! We went to high school and played on the basketball team together. Hunter is always down for a good time and always brings his A-game whatever the event may be! We've spent many late nights at concerts in Los Angeles, Gina's Pizza runs in Laguna Beach, and share the same taste of music with our favorite hip-hop artist Drake. The kid who enjoys the finer things in life, you will usually find Hunter having dinner at Sugarfish and closing deals on Orange County's finest real estate. Looking forward to adding this wedding to our list of celebrations together. Glad you can be a part of this special day Hunt!
Chad Kutzke
Groomsman
As childhood friends and teammates, Chad and I played a lot of baseball growing up and basketball in high school. As a dynamic duo on the baseball diamond, we played all-stars for many years traveling together to play in Cooperstown, NY. He's my go-to guy for anything sports-related. Chad is a statistics mastermind and the one you want on your side when traveling to Vegas as he is every sportsbooks nightmare on the strip and you will come home with heavier wallets. Chad is very laid back and always knows he's welcome to any event with an open-door policy. The kid is down for anything and is always ready! From childhood friends to our wedding day, it wouldn't be the same without him with us all celebrating our big day! You're the man Chip!
Derek Sampley
Groomsman
SAMPLEY! If you don't know this guy by the end of the night, guarantee you will at some point. Derek is one of the greats and I can always count on him when i'm ready for a boy's night out! We played basketball during our middle school days continuing into high school. Sampley is one who knows how to keep the party going. We've had some pretty wild adventures and travels together and I can always count on him to join me in any of my wild ideas. We went on a road trip after graduating high school covering the Western United States where Derek decided to draw on my face in Sharpie after a late night out. You can imagine how that ended up. D, thanks for always being there and always being down to do the things that everyone else thinks are crazy! I know there is nothing I have to worry about with you being there to celebrate with us all on our wedding day! Lets go D!!!!
Jason Velazquez
Groomsman
Everyone needs a frontline worker in their life... in steps Jason Velazquez. Much respect for Las Vegas' favorite firefighter. J and I went to high school together and played on the basketball team. We were both very competitive and always pushed each other to be the best athletes we could be. Jason will outwork anyone in the gym and lives his life with competitive greatness in whatever he does. His family hosts Tamale Day each year around the holidays which is a favorite tradition I share with him and his family. If you get a chance, ask him about the time I beat him in 1v1 basketball in his driveway wearing slippers lol. With his contagious energy, you will be sure to see him on the dance floor for a dance-off come wedding day. Can't wait to celebrate with you brotha!
Greg Vogt
Groomsman
Greg Vogt! Where do I even begin?! Greg is probably my biggest hype man, I appreciate you! We met at the University of Arizona when I was the Director of Marketing for the largest club on campus. I introduced myself and welcomed him to join the club and we've been great friends ever since! Greg is an esteemed author and his book is a top seller throughout the United States. *Please see Greg for more details. Greg and I share our passion and love for sports, especially Arizona Wildcats Athletics. You will often hear him yelling "LETS GO CATS!" After our wedding day, we will both have been groomsmen at each other's weddings. Greg is positive and passionate about life and the type of person you want to have around the group. What are we waiting for Greg, let's get this party started!!
Lucas Stevenson
Groomsman
First things first....When are we going to Nobu next? I have so many great things to say about this kid. He is kind, quiet, and extremely patient dealing with my extrovert personality. Lucas and I met at the University of Arizona through mutual friends and both worked for Major League Baseball. Lucas is an extremely talented photographer and oversees all content creation for all of Major League Baseball’s league assets, clubs, and it’s players. For those who saw our engagement photos, Lucas flew out from New York to be there on engagement day to capture our special moment at Angel Stadium. Can't thank you enough for that Luc! We share one of our favorite restaurants Nobu together where Lucas has a standing reservation weekly in Malibu. Our passion for Dodgers baseball runs seamlessly with our friendship and see no end in sight. Lucas has always been there for me and our wedding day could not go on without him! Appreciate you brotha!
Nick Vilter
Officiant
VILT! The most solid guy we know. Nick has been friends with both of us for years, and we'd trust him with anything. He's a stand-up guy who's kind, got a great sense of humor, and one hell of a speaking voice. He's an amazing husband to Katie's bridesmaid Caroline! Watching him be a new dad has been so cool for us to see - he's killing it, OBVIOUSLY! We couldn't have picked a better person to officiate our marriage!
Sean Parker
Usher
Seany P - where to even begin. This guy is the man. Sean is the husband of Katie's bridesmaid Alicia! He makes us both laugh all the time and is truly loved by all. He's a new dad and he's already crushing it at fatherhood! Look to him to guide you in the right direction on our big day. Thanks for being one of our ushers Seany boy!!!
Zach Sturm
Usher
STURM! Truly one of a kind in the best way. Zach is tenacious and kind, and can make you laugh until you cry for sure. He means a lot to both of us and we're both proud to call him a lifelong friend. Zach can help you find whatever you need come wedding day, so lucky to have you as an usher and a great friend!
Tyler Sternagle
Usher
Our boy Ty! Tyler and Derek recently won a big golf tournament together in Bandon Dunes - a once in a lifetime trip with a BIG WIN! Tyler and Katie have also been great friends for years - he really does have the biggest heart and is so kind. We both feel very lucky to have him in our life and will be one hell of an usher on our big day!
Jared Arteaga
Usher
Our boy Jared, AKA PAPI!!!! Jared is the husband of Katie’s maid of honor Ali and is such a solid guy. He’s very dedicated, he’s got a great sense of humor, loves the people in his life immensely, and loves a good dance session to La Chona. We’re so excited he’s going to be one of our ushers!