Wedding Party
Cassie Stivason
Maid of Honor
Cassie and Ellie met through Cassie's husband Tom, Reno's best friend. They instantly became inseparable travel buddies, wine snobs, co-workers (she's Arizona's Peroni representative), & all around best friends. Cas & Tom are Amelia's God Parents. They're pretty much sisters, twins and the most fun blondes you'll ever be around!
Thomas Stivason
Best Man
Thomas and Reno met on the football field as little boys. Almost 30 years later they are still best friends. They have traveled the world together and have had some great adventures, and even lost some teeth along the way! He has been by Reno's side since the day they met and it will always be that way. Reno was lucky enough to stand next to Thomas on his wedding day, and he is honored to have Thomas stand next to him! Thomas is Amelia's God-father with his wife, Ellie's maid of honor, Cassie.
Mackenzie Beynon
Bridesmaid
Ellie and Mackenzie met when Machenzie worked at the best taco bar in Scottsdale, Loco Patron. Instantly they became friends as Ellie and Kenz share a love to socialize and have fun! Mackenzie is Amelia's God Aunt. Mackenzie is one of the most fun ladies you will ever meet. You will definitely see or meet her on the dance floor!
Dominic Paccioni
Best Man
Dominic is the older brother of Reno. They were inseparable as kids, and they were lucky enough to play and excel at many sports growing up together. Dominic has a special quality on always making everyone around him have a better day and he always puts a smile on Reno's face! He is a wonderful big brother but a even greater uncle to Amelia Jane!!
Alli Martin
Bridesmaid
Alli and Ellie met in College at Winona State University. They were the best bartending buddies together at their local college bar, Market Street Tap. Alli's love for life and smiling is unmatched. She has been one of the best friends Ellie could have ever since college!
Dimitri Paccioni
Groomsman
Reno's oldest brother. Dimitri is the leader of the 3 boys. He taught and helped Reno his whole life; from tying his shoes, to driving a stick shift truck. He just recently helped Ellie and Reno remodel their house and did such a amazing job. His craftsmanship is unlike no other! Dimitri is always there to help everyone around him, especially his niece Amelia!! He is the definition of a great big brother.
Emily Kohlmann
Bridesmaid
Emily is Ellie's hairstylist in Scottsdale, Arizona. The first time they met, they instantly became such great friends. Emily is originally from Wisconsin & the most bubbly personality you will ever meet! Ellie set up Emily and her boyfriend Adam Bowman, Reno's best friend, a couple years ago during Cinco de Mayo! All four of us went on a two week trip to overseas to Italy together and had the most amazing time. You will probably meet Emily & Adam at the limoncello table!
Adam Bowman
Groomsman
Adam- One of Reno's best friends. They met years ago and it has been non stop laughs and adventures since. There is not a day that goes by that he and Reno don't talk about something. Adam's "lets go!" mentality can always make Reno smile and get excited. They have shared amazing adventures all over Italy with his girlfriend, Emily and Ellie on one of the greatest trips ever!
Brittany Barnett
Bridesmaid
Brittany and Ellie met when Brittany was wearing an ugly Vikings jersey at the bar in Scottsdale during a Vikings vs Packers game. Ellie obviously let Brittany know she was wearing the wrong colors and "Go Pack Go!" Brittany has the most contagious laugh so her and Ellie instantly became friends. Brittany lived in Arizona for 8 years and moved back to Minnesota. It didn't take her more then 3 months to miss the Arizona sun! Ellie is hoping to have Brittany's smile and warm heart back in Arizona soon!
Aaron Nelson
Groomsman
Aaron is a mentor of Reno's, but more importantly a friend that Reno can always count on. He has taught and introduced many things into Reno's life. From Mexico to Canada, Arron has been right by Reno's side providing him with some great laughs, as well as some of the best Steaks! Reno and Ellie consider Aaron and his wife, Denise, second family and love them very much!
Karen Schmitz
Bridesmaid
Karen and Ellie met when their college soccer coach paired them up to be roommates their freshman year at Winona State University. They not only got called sisters in college, they share the same favorite number (#6), middle name (Jane), & love for soccer! Karen and Ellie had some unforgettable memories in college that they still laugh about everytime they get together! Karen is incredibly hard working and loves to take care of everyone around her!
Tyler "Boomer" Schnepf
Groomsman
Boomer and Reno met playing pee wee football on the Dewey Steelers! They have been lucky enough to stay friends since that day. Always being there for each other in every way. Boomer can always put a smile on Renos face. He is also the best two-stepper out of all the groomsman!!! Look out for him on the dance floor!!
Kendall Zilka
Bridesmaid
Kendall and Ellie met when Kendall moved from Minnesota and joined MillerCoors and became Ellie's co-worker in Scottsdale in the Sales Management Program. Kendall took her bright smile and selling skills to Beam Suntory in the Phoenix area. Kendall and Ellie have a love for sports, Kendall is also a Vikings fan- Ellie obviously likes to have Vikings fans close to her to make her feel good every Sunday!! Kendall is a beautiful woman and has a love to make everyone around her feel special!
Louie Acosta
Groomsman
Louie is truly the most extravagant friend that Reno has. He has traveled to over 100 countries throughout the world. He is the reason Reno and all of the guys began to travel the globe. There's never a dull moment when he's around!! He has a story and a funny memory about everywhere they have travelled to. Louie is by far the most interesting man in the room and maybe the world!
Alex Brockway
Usher
Alex is one of Renos longest and loyal friends. From grade school to today, Alex has been right next to Reno. He taught Reno how to fix ANYTHING!! He is a very handy man and can fix anything it if its broke. They played every sport they could together throughout the years and made amazing memories together.
Mik Goldhardt
Usher
Mik is one of Reno's traveling buddies and great friends. He has been all over the world with Reno and had some absolute great experiences, including the world's greatest MOJITO in Barcelona! Mik is working to become one of Scottsdale's finest PA's & eligible bachelors!
Neil Richards
Usher
Mr. Neil "Biscuit head" Richards, is the most well-known man in Scottsdale, Arizona. He and Reno met over ten years ago and have had nothing but laughter and fun ever since, except the time they hit a deer while in Colorado! He can dress well, he can dance and he ages like a fine Italian wine!
Amelia Paccioni
Flower Girl
Amelia is Ellie & Reno's sweet baby girl. She will be 8 months old when Ellie & Reno get married! Her smile will always brighten your day!