Natalie & Ryan
Wedding Party
Jamie Bland
Maid of Honor
Both attended Mizzou together and graduated from the same program. Jamie and I moved to NYC around the same time and grew closer over our shared love of comedy, pop culture and SNL. She now lives in Atlanta, works at SalesForce and hangs out with her fiancé Adam and their adorable dog Duffy. Fun Fact: Jamie is getting married three weeks before me.
Sean Froelich
Best Man
We've known each other since elementary school, believe it or not! But in truth we actually became close friends in high school and best friends during our college years. We were our first roommates post-college and have spent many a day (and night, ugh) together on set during our careers. Whether it comes to family, relationships, work or just hanging out Sean has always been there at a moments notice. After spending a year abroad in Japan he lives with his fiancé in MD.
Kathryn Jankowski
Bridesmaid
Met during Bid Day of sorority rush (I know) at Mizzou. Kathryn (more affectionately known as Jank) was my Bid Day Buddy and we quickly realized we are kindred spirits. We both graduated from the J-School and Mojo Ad. We share a love of theatre, classic Disney, trivia, reading, and movies. Jank currently lives in NYC, and is a badass who works in advertising. We usually see each other at least once a week, but it is often two or three times seeing movies and shows.
Meghan Gianforte
Groomswoman
Me and Meghan? Yeah, you could say we go back! My wonderful sister, confidant and closest family member; I'm so very excited she'll be standing alongside me on our big day. Though the last two years in particular have been incredibly difficult for us, I'm happy to say that we've grown closer as siblings and she's always there when I need someone to talk to. Whether it's holidays, family gatherings or vacations she always knows how to make things more fun. She currently lives in San Diego managing a hostel for weary travelers.
Gina Martin
Bridesmaid
I’ve literally known Gina since birth, despite having never lived in the same city together. Our mothers are best friends and we were born a little over a month apart so we became fast friends. Gina grew up in Chicago, where I went to visit her at least once a year. We would regularly share our favorite books and geek out over our love of American Girl dolls. Now we still share our love of books, but have swapped the American Girl dolls conversations about life and fun experiences. Gina just moved to Wisconsin having graduated with her PhD and is now an amazing professor. She is married to her husband Don and they have the cutest little girl, Millie.
Cam Fronapfel
Groomsman
Cam has been one of my closest friends since high school. There's always been a mutual understanding between us that could never be replaced. I've often likened Cam to the 'Spock to my Kirk', Cam has an incredible empathy and cool-headed demeanor that has guided me steadfast for many years. He now serves at an army research facility in Bethesda, MD where he lives with his beautiful wife and two children.
Sarah Mennerick
Bridesmaid
Sarah and I first met as sorority sisters, but have shared so much more than that. We lived together, laughed together, and have shared so many insane adventures together. Sarah just welcomed her son Colin, and lives in Southern Illiinois with her husband Doug and two dogs Kyle and Josie. She loves to run marathons, swim and be an all around badass, having recently graduated with her Master’s Degree.
Stephen Middleton
Groomsman
Stephen and I first met as two film students taking Electronic Field Production way back in 2010. It was right after we had presented our first solo projects and I immediately saw that Stephen had a very unique vision and ambition. So naturally I wanted this person working with as soon as possible. "We should work together." "...Who are you???" and the rest, they say, is history. Stephen and I don't really have conversations with each other so much as type out full length opinionated essays with annotated references and send them back and forth discussing the latest Marvel movies. He's currently living in Virginia producing online education content with his lovely girlfriend.
Michelle Towers
Bridesmaid
Michelle and I first met in the youth program at our church, bonding over the boredom we often felt (sorry). Our friendship grew when we both attended the same high school and participated in all the musicals together and often got caught chatting in class. Now, Michelle lives in Ohio where she is finishing up her residency to be a pediatrician and help children everywhere. I am grateful we get to see each other during the holidays when we both are home and have continued our friendship with the longest continuous text chain I think I’ve ever had.
Nick Putnam
Groomsman
Nick Putnam or Nomadic Nick as some call him (no one calls him this.) Nick and I first met in college where we grew close as crew mates and members of the fraternity Lambda Kappa Tau. Nick was often my guy setting up the lights or swapping lenses while I diligently would say "Sure, sure, just make it look pretty." Whenever Nick does make it to my doorstop it's always a treat whether it's going out for drinks, talking about the latest movies or debating the hottest nerd gossip. Nick now lives with his girlfriend in Baltimore where you can usually catch him on set either rigging some lights or clutching desperately to a swinging condor (Good luck buddy!)
William Reid
Bridesman
I first met William at an audition for a production of Beauty and the Beast we both participated in. He has the true voice of an angel and we became fast friends during the rehearsal process. We’ve been in a couple of shows together since and have bonded over a shared love of theatre. William and I often attend performances together and can be found sharing a bottle of rosé over dinner. William lives in Queens with his husband Geoffrey and works at Carnegie Hall planning all their fabulous events, including their beautiful Galas.
Tony Wilson
Groomsman
Tony and I first became aware of each other when we both pledged the same fraternity in college, Lambda Kappa Tau, but it wouldn't be for several years later that he became a regular character in my life. Both moving to NYC in 2016 we started hanging out more and more; often seeing movies, going to the bars, and seeing classy video game orchestra concerts in Carnegie Hall! But probably where I got to know him the most is once he joined our weekly online D&D group, which hosts several of my closest nerdy friends, where I truly got to meet his outgoing and creative side. Today he lives in New Jersey as a video producer and part-time journalist covering all the latest in gaming news.
Mary Lou Lachvayder
Officiant
I first met Mary Lou as a sophomore in high school when she was my Theology teacher. She quickly became one of my favorite people on campus and I felt so lucky to get to know her outside of the classroom when she started helping out with the school musicals along with her daughter Katie. Post-graduation I have had the honor of keeping in touch with Mary Lou and love getting to see her when I'm home for the holidays. We've even taken a couple of Disney trips together, and she's made me feel like I'm part of her family. Mary Lou is an actual angel on this Earth and there is no one in the world I would want blessing our union more than her. We're so honored she is willing to get ordained for this and to stand up with us on our special day.