Wedding Party
Erik Hoel
Best Man
Erik (“EJ”) and Alec met at Reno High School after Alec transferred in his sophomore year from a private school. Initially not too sure of each other because Alec was the "really cool and handsome new guy," they quickly realized that they got along great and have been close friends ever since. EJ and his family have always been like a second family to Alec and the other Reno boys. Alec also credits EJ with convincing him to move to California, moving into a (very) small place together with groomsman Connor Sanner in Pacific Beach. An avid lover of Michael Jackson’s dance moves, be sure to watch for EJ on the dance floor when Billie Jean starts playing.
Alana Wauson
Matron of Honor
Alana was Elle's first friend. They met in daycare as babies and instantly became sisters. Absolutely inseparable as kids, Elle was loud and outgoing while Alana was cool, calm, and collected. They used to joke they never had fights growing up, instead just “complaining" about each other. Elle and Alana have been lucky enough to travel the world together, including to New Zealand, Australia, France, and many other places. Alana and her husband, Jack, just welcomed a beautiful baby girl named Zoe and Elle couldn't be more excited to watch Alana and Jack become incredible parents to their daughter.
Bryton Benda
Officiant & Bridesmaid
Bryton was friends with Alec, years before Elle and Alec started dating, through mutual friends who went to the University of Nevada - Reno. Elle met Bryton during Elle's first trip to visit Alec in Reno back in 2017. Later that year, Bryton moved to San Diego where Alec also attended Law School. Every time Elle came to visit Alec she would also hang out with Bryton and they quickly became close friends. Bryton is the easiest person on the planet to make laugh so if you have a joke - she is your best audience!
Cami Berry
Bridesmaid
Cami and Elle were at their school's orientation in 6th grade when Cami walked straight up to Elle and said, "Hi, I'm Cami nice to meet you!" They have remained friends all throughout middle school, high school, college, and Cami even lived with Elle and Alec for 2 years during the pandemic. Cami is such a reliable friend that when Elle and Alec got their dog, Jagger, Cami drove Elle 4 hours round trip to San Diego and back just to pick him up! She is now referred to as Jaggy's "Auntie Cam.”
Ella Dobson
Bridesmaid
Ella and Elle have been in each other's lives since before they were born. Ella's mother, Jude, and Elle's father, Phil, met while working as television hosts in New Zealand and their families have been close ever since. Jude, who was already pregnant with Ella, was even there when Louise found out she was pregnant with Elle! Elle has never met someone more kind hearted than Ella and they have maintained a close friendship over the years. A Kiwi turned New Yorker, Ella now lives in Manhattan with her brother, Jack, and works in graphic design.
Haley Garrison
Bridesmaid
Haley and Elle met 6 years ago, fresh out of college, while working together on the TV show Big Brother as production assistants. At the time, Haley had just moved to Los Angeles and Elle likes to joke that back then, she repeatedly asked Haley to hang out over and over until they eventually became best friends. Fast forward 6 years, they have spent holidays together and made countless memories. Haley is a fiercely loyal friend and super quick witted. Even though they no longer work on Big Brother, they still share a love of TV--especially Love Island (UK of course).
Mackenzie Greene
Bridesmaid
Mackenzie and Elle both attended the University of Colorado, Boulder. However, it wasn't until they were randomly paired up as roommates during their study abroad semester in Prague that they got to know each other and became close. They've been on many adventures together, including travels to Germany, Croatia, Spain, and Morocco. Mackenzie is one of the most fun loving, spontaneous, and genuine people you will ever meet. She now lives in New York City with their mutual college friend, Katie.
Ciena Lennon
Bridesmaid
Ciena and Elle went to high school together at The Archer School for Girls in Los Angeles. They first met in 9th grade at volleyball tryouts and instantly became inseparable. Throughout high school, everyone confused Ciena and Elle because of how similar they looked and they were even voted "Most Likely to be Mistaken for Each Other" in their senior yearbook! Every time Ciena and Elle hangout it feels like they are giggly teenagers again. They share a love for creativity and can often be found off on an adventure together taking photos or playing volleyball.
Alex Schwartz
Bridesmaid
Alex and Elle met in high school and have been best friends ever since. After graduating college, Elle and Alex moved into an apartment together for 3 years with their other friend, Liz. Alex now works in television alongside Elle, completing 5 seasons of the TV show Tough as Nails together. Alex is the most caring person and is referred to as the mom of the group - always having advil or a bandaid if you need one. Elle loves knowing that while they are on set she has a best friend to turn to at any time, especially when they were filming in Canada together last year.
Sophie Steilen
Bridesmaid
Sophie and Elle met through her maid of honor, Alana, who attended high school with Sophie. Sophie and Elle clicked instantly through their love for spontaneous (and sometimes crazy) adventures - such as attending an after prom party of a random high school neither of them went to. They have traveled numerous places together including Hawaii and France. Sophie and Elle love going on beach walks while their dogs, Jagger and Luna, run in the sand. Sophie's personality is larger than life and it's hard not to smile when you're around her contagious energy.
Jackie Wallach
Bridesmaid
Jackie and Elle met in high school through their mutual friend and fellow bridesmaid Alex - who have been friends since childhood. Elle and Jackie share a love of music and have attended many concerts together including the Coachella Music and Arts Festival. Elle and Jackie can usually be found at their weekday morning workout classes followed by a catch up at the nearest coffee shop. Alec likes to joke that he has no idea what there is left to catch up on considering they see each other every couple of days.
Zach Hall
Groomsman
The nicest guy you’ll ever get to know, Zach and Alec met at Reno High in 2009. Initially convinced that Zach was going to steal Alec’s high school crush when he saw Zach talking to her at a party, Alec was jealous of Zach and his really cool Justin Bieber-swoosh hair. But after getting to know each other, the jealousy completely melted and they became great friends. Zach and Alec share a mutual love of Dr. Dre’s album 2001 and will trade off rapping Eminem and Dre’s parts in “Forgot About Dre.”
Michael Johnson
Groomsman
Usually found wearing a cowboy hat, cowboy boots, and a big smile, Michael is the teddy bear of the bunch. Michael is a mechanical engineer who Alec met at their undergraduate fraternity, Sigma Nu. Alec quickly realized that Michael was incapable of being mean and they’ve been friends ever since. Michael and Alec now both live in Los Angeles and they can usually be found drinking Pliny the Elder beers while explaining to each other concepts of law or engineering that the other pretends to understand.
Riley Jones
Groomsman
Riley and Alec became friends in high school in Ms. Priddy’s English class where they sat in the back of the class and got in trouble for goofing around too much. Over the years, Riley and Alec have had lots of great memories, many of which are from the dozens of concerts they’ve seen together—including an unforgettable bro-date to Jack Johnson at the Hollywood Bowl. Riley works as a Director at the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), so be sure to challenge him to a wrestling match when you see him!
Chris Leron
Groomsman
Chris Leron, CPA, is the easiest to spot in the crowd because he will undoubtedly be the most sharply dressed. Chris and Alec were friendly acquaintances while they attended rival high schools, but became great friends when Alec would visit Reno on breaks in college. Chris and Alec have spent many great boat days together in Tahoe, at Pyramid Lake, and at Lake Almanor, soaking up the sun and enjoying life. Usually the best dancer in any room, Chris can light up a dance floor just as easily as he can light up a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet.
Aaron Mispagel
Groomsman
Aaron and Alec met while Aaron was pledging Sigma Nu at the University of Colorado. Shocked and awed by the size of him, Alec knew he needed to get on Aaron’s good side for back up in a fight. Turns out, Aaron was also a really cool dude. Alec and Aaron share a mutual love for talking politics then hugging it out afterwards. Always the first person you want to call in a pinch, Aaron is a retired United States Marine who served a tour of duty in Afghanistan. A consummate family man, Aaron lives with his wife Kayla in Colorado.
Austin Piatt
Groomsman
Alec first met Austin when he picked Austin up from the Denver airport after Austin invited himself on Zach Hall and Chris Leron’s spring break trip to Boulder in 2014. Turns out, this was one of the greatest self-invites of all time and Alec now considers Austin one of his closest friends. After moving back and forth from San Diego to LA more times than anyone can count, Austin has settled into LA and owns a health supplement company (check out Mindhoney, cool stuff). Piatt’s fun loving but hardworking personality is one you can’t pass up (ladies..?).
Connor Sanner
Groomsman
Your guess is as good as ours.
Donny Sullivan
Groomsman
The funniest person Alec has ever met, Donny and Alec met while pledging Sigma Nu fraternity together in Boulder, Colorado. They would end up living together for 3 years in college, spending their time cracking jokes, playing Mario Party, and occasionally reminding each other to study. A native San Franciscan, Donny lives with his wife Isa in the Sunset District. He can usually be found at a Metallica show, Niners game, or writing and reading novels. Donny and Alec both love a good intellectual rabbit hole, so please tell Donny all your wildest theories and takes!