Gilbert Maldonado - Best Man
Gilbert is Sean’s big bro from Sigma Nu. They’ve known each other since Sean’s first day in college. In college, they would hang out almost everyday. They went from trying to stay awake in Psychology 9A, to being roommates in Newport Beach. Sean is always playing pranks on Gilbert, but he is a good spirit, and always laughing at the end of the day. Gilbert and Sean have known each other for over 10 years!
Jessica Lai Boggs - Matron of Honor
Jessica is Jennifer's sister and semi-professional wedding planner. Jessica got married recently and is extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and calming. She makes everything fun and is Jennifer's go to person for everything from picking florists to having a drink at the end of the day.
Riley Hilliard - Groomsman
Riley and Sean started at Linkedin around the same time and worked on the same team. Linkedin moved Sean and Riley to a new team, where they would get lunch all the time. Sean also found out that him and Riley were in the same fraternity. Riley would host snowboarding trips pretty often that he'd invite Sean and Jennifer to. Riley is also super gullible and believes everything Sean says.
Kristin Seidman - Maid of Honor
Kristin is Jennifer's best friend for life from Mater Dei High School. Kristin is the most patient, kind, and organized person that Jennifer knows. Together, they have the silliest conversations but know that they can count on each other for anything.
Raymond Burke - Groomsman
Raymond is Sean’s younger brother. They grew up together in Livermore together where they would ride bikes to school together. Raymond is also pursuing a career in computer science just like his older brother.
Sutheavi Tiv - Bridesmaid
Sutheavi is Jennifer's best friend who is also Sean's sister. When Sutheavi and Jennifer first met, there was an immediate click. Jennifer realized that Sutheavi was an amazing and inspirational person to look up to, and Sutheavi knew that Jennifer was young enough to be her daughter. Over the years, they grew closer together and are soon-to-be sisters.
Jonathan Lai - Groomsman
Jonathan is Jennifer’s younger brother. Jonathan is always the life of the party. He has traveled often with Sean and Jennifer, and is always looking for the next adventure. Whether it's backpacking through Yosemite, or day drinking in Cabo, Jonathan loves to have fun.
Kimberly Striegel - Bridesmaid
Kim is Jennifer's best friend who is also Jonathan's girlfriend. Jennifer and Kim aren't exactly sure when they met, but Jennifer couldn't imagine her family without Kim. Kim is the best person to release sea turtles, eat pizza, or sing in the car with. One day, Kim joined the Lai family and Jennifer is so glad she did.
Harley Owens - Bridesmaid
Harley is Jennifer's best friend from Goldenwest Swim Club. Harley and Jennifer have known each other since childhood, and Jennifer couldn't imagine her life without Harley. Harley is the best person to go to when you need a laugh or a hug.
Eli Uc - Groomsman
Eli is Sean’s good friend and roommate from UCI. They both studied Electrical Engineering together and lived in the Engineering House freshman year. When they were 4th years, they lived together with their other friends Johnny Nguyen and Chris Aquino. Eli and Sean have stayed good friends over the years.
Ryan Garcia - Groomsman
Ryan is Sean’s good friend from UCI. They were Electrical Engineers in their classes together. They also were Executive members of the Engineering Student Council together and Resident Advisors for the same dorm. Ryan have crossed paths a lot in college, and have remained good friends after UCI.
Mica Coburn - Bridesmaid
Mica is Jennifer's best friend from University of California, Irvine. They first met in the dorms at UCI, where Mica adopted Jennifer and encouraged her to get involved with Middle Earth Housing. If it wasn't for Mica, Jennifer likely never would have met Sean.
Emily Di Falco - Flower Girl
Jennifer's cousin and semi-professional flower girl. Emily has been a flower girl multiple times, and her expertise shows through. Jennifer & Sean are big fans of Emily's work.
Andrew Do - Ring Bearer
Andrew has been a ring bearer before, and we're so excited to have him join the wedding party!