Vanessa & Alex
Wedding Party
Jack McElwayne
Father of the Bride
Vanessa's father, Jack is definitely where she got her sense of humor from. Jack is a devoted and loving father who would do anything for his three children. Vanessa couldn't have asked for a better father.
Karla McElwayne
Mother of the Bride
Vanessa's mother, Karla has always been a source of inspiration for her. Vanessa and her mother are both elementary school teachers. Vanessa couldn't ask for a better mother to turn to in the joyous moments and difficult ones alike.
Kirk Ellington
Father of the Groom
Alex's father, Kirk has supported his son during each of his milestone events. Alex hopes to be just as amazing of a father one day.
Beata Ellington
Mother of the Groom
Alex's Mother, Beata has always gone above and beyond for him. You can always find them cheering on their favorite team, The Florida Panthers. Alex can't wait to celebrate his big day with Mom by his side.
Tatiana Manzanares
Maid of Honor
Tatiana and Vanessa met on the same day that they met Alex! It was always meant to be that Tatiana would one day be Vanessa's Maid of Honor.
Sydney Fusco
Best Woman
Alex met Sydney while he was a CWEP Intern at Lockheed Martin. They could frequently be found at the Starbucks together. Despite Sydney moving to California for work, they are still the best of friends. Alex is so grateful for her friendship.
Kelsie Wheatley
Bridesmaid
Kelsie and Vanessa spent their first year teaching next door to one another, spending hours in each other's classrooms just to chat! From the classroom to real world, Kelsie has always been there for Vanessa!
Donna Intintolo
Bridesmaid
Donna and Vanessa both graduated from the University of Central Florida in education, had the same school assignment for their internship semester, and got hired at the same school after graduation! It was definitely meant to be!
Kayla McElwayne
Bridesmaid
Kayla is Vanessa’s younger sister. Vanessa is so excited that she will be there to celebrate.
Rebecca Carlisle
Bridesmaid
Rebecca was Vanessa’s roommate in college! Even though it was a random roommate assignment, their friendship has stood the test of time!
Kristina Hernandez
Bridesmaid
Kristina was also Vanessa’s roommate in college! Vanessa couldn’t be happier that Kristina will be part of her big day!
Danielle Rusch
Groomswoman
Alex and Danielle met during their very first college class at the University of Central Florida. Surprisingly, they discovered that they were neighbors back home in Coral Springs! Whenever they are both in town, they love to walk their dogs together around the neighborhood. Danielle is an amazing friend to Alex!
Daniela Jahncke
Groomswoman
Alex met Daniela when they were assigned a group project together in college. Clearly, Daniela was a great teammate! She continues to support Alex, no matter what. Alex is so excited that she will be able to celebrate with him.
Jeremy McElwayne
Groomsman
Jeremy is Vanessa’s younger brother. Vanessa is so excited to have Jeremy there on the big day!
Christian Arroyo
Groomsman
Alex and Vanessa met Christian when he began his relationship with Tatiana, Vanessa's maid of honor. He was the perfect addition to our friend group!