Wedding Party
Stephanie Campbell
Maid of Honor
Stephanie is Melissa’s younger sister and Maid of Honor. Whether it’s watching their dogs grow a bond similar to the one they share, exploring the depths of discovery channel, or recapping thriller books from their favorite authors, their bond strengthens with each new adventure.
Peyton Stanford
Best Man
Peyton is Lane’s only brother, which is the qualification that has awarded him the spot of Best Man. On a daily basis, you’re most likely to find Peyton and Lane arguing about who was better across the range of sports they played growing up, along with discussing everything Badgers, Bucks and Brewers.
Haley Rudzinski
Matron of Honor
Haley is Melissa’s Matron of Honor and first friend in Chicago. They first met as interns at Nordstrom and became fast friends after a happy hour following the first day of work. Due to retail holiday schedules and Melissa’s inability to travel home, Haley and her family graciously opened their home to Melissa. To this day, you can find them bopping around downtown Downers Grove and hitting up their favorite spots.
Nathan Burke
Groomsman
Nathan and Lane first met in high school and quickly bonded during their time on the baseball field and holding a mutual love for golf. After both transferring to the University of Wisconsin, their friendship grew as 3-year roommates and members of the Kappa Sigma fraternity.
Denis Guevara
Bridesman
Denis and Melissa’s friendship began as soon as Denis first hired her at Bonobos and their bond continues growing by the day. Top favorite Chicago spots you can find them on a daily/weekly/monthly basis includes: Mariano’s wine bar, Sushi Rotary, Montrose Dog Beach, and Andersonville happy hours.
Robert Landa
Groomsman
Bobby and Lane quickly became friends during their time pledging the Kappa Sigma fraternity at the University of Wisconsin. On a summer Saturday in Chicago, you’ll either find them enjoying a round of golf together or drinking cocktails somewhere on a patio.
Emily Marchal
Bridesmaid
Emily is Melissa’s cousin by way of their moms being sisters. Despite their age difference, they have continued to hold a special bond over the years. While they don’t see each other often, they look forward to gossiping about Emily’s latest adventures at Notre Dame and Melissa’s take on post graduation life.
Adam Salaymeh
Groomsman
Adam and Lane have known each other since grade school and first developed a friendship over diehard Milwaukee Bucks fandom. To this day, they enjoy watching sports together and re-living the shining moments of their peak athletic years.
Sydney Stanford
Bridesmaid
Sydney and Melissa are soon to be family by way of Lane and Sydney being cousins, however, they instantly because friends upon first meeting each other. The two cherish a bond over a shared appreciation for dry humor and where to find the next best dumpling restaurant. One thing for certain is that there’s never a dull moment when they’re in each other’s presence.
Will Schuett
Groomsman
Will was one of Lane’s first friends since he started attending University School of Milwaukee. Despite each of them moving all over the country for college and beyond, they have found themselves back in close proximity and remain the best of friends to this day. After each getting a golden retriever puppy over the past year, they’re looking forward to the first meeting between the two dogs.
Colleen Williams
Bridesmaid
Colleen was first introduced to Melissa as a former high school classmate of Lane’s and their friendship quickly grew as a result of them both residing in Chicago. Whether sharing the latest gossip on the street, dissecting the lives of Bravo starts, or competing to read the most books each year, there is never silence between the two of them in-person or via text.
Colby Wangman
Groomsman
Colby and Lane first competed with each other on the high school football practice field before becoming close friends. As the competition settled, they realized how much they had in common and their friendship took precedence. So much so, in fact, that they’ve now worked together at the same company for the past 3+ years.
