Julie is Kelsey’s younger sister and the life of the party. She is a travel nurse and fellow adventurer with a serious zest for life. Julie has been “pro-Brandon and Kelsey” before there ever was a “Brandon and Kelsey” and we are excited to have her help us celebrate.
Alison Betancourt - Matron of Honor
Ali is Kelsey’s older sister. She is a trainer at Burn Boot camp and mom to Kelsey’s sweet niece and nephews. It has been such a joy for Kelsey and Brandon to have Ali and her husband Manny live so close by during this season.
Amanda Mittet - Bridesmaid
Amanda and Kelsey met in 2019 through their mutual bestie, Malia. Amanda has been a shoulder to cry on, the biggest cheerleader, and a source of wisdom throughout the years. She just got married last year and Kelsey was honored to stand by her side at her wedding!
Jackie Kahler-Chevez - Bridesmaid
Jackie is a true gift and one of Kelsey’s dearest friends. The two met through their job as Refugee Officers in 2015 and have traveled to almost 10 countries together. Jackie has a wonderful husband and kids in Baltimore and just gave birth to the sweetest baby girl.
Malia Turner - Bridesmaid
Malia was Kelsey’s very first friend in North Carolina. She has the most welcoming and kind spirit and her friendship has been such a blessing over the years. Kelsey and Malia initially bonded over being Spanish-speakers and travelers and have been adventuring together and supporting each other for years.
April Davis - Bridesmaid
April is a dear Durham friend of both Kelsey and Brandon. The three also traveled to the Dominican Republic together right before Brandon and Kelsey officially started dating! She is an avid board game fan, down for any adventure, and the biggest hype girl we know.
Justin Register - Best Man (Better Man)
Brandon was the youngest of 3 and his older brother Justin was his guardian and role model growing up! Being 6 years older, Justin introduced Brandon to many different hobbies that he still enjoys today such as cars, biking and music. He is Brandon’s very best friend and is sure to give an interesting best man speech so get ready for a laugh.
Tim Trautmann - Groomsman
Brandon and Tim met each other when they were just babies. Growing up together in the East side of Cincinnati, OH was a blast and they have stories for days about their time and friendship together.
Mike Kohagen - Groomsman
Mike is Brandon’s neighbor and one of his dear friends. The two love exploring Durham together and love the fact that they can walk over and pop by one another’s houses whenever.
Greg Clark - Groomsman
Brandon and Greg met in elementary school and have been great friends since! They have been through a lot together and enjoy catching up on all things life and cars. Greg still lives in Cincinnati and we are excited to have him down in NC to celebrate our day!
Scott Axtell - Groomsman
Brandon and Scott met in 2020 and he has been terrorizing Brandon ever since.
Dr. Dan Kunaprayoon - Groomsman
Brandon and Dr. Dan were roommates for a few years along with Tim Trautmann while Dan was doing his residency at the University of Cincinnati. Dan is now a radiation oncologist in Baltimore and still a great friend.