Allison Dorsett - Matron of Honor
Ali and Sammie have been best friends since they met in gymnastics class at 3 years old. They cheered together, got their lifeguard certification together, and roomed together their freshman year at Ohio State. Ali is such a genuine and selfless friend. Most of the time Ali and Sammie spend together they are laughing and reminiscing on their good times. Ali and her husband Derek currently live in Vancouver with their 1-year old son, Dylan.
Michael Spartz - Best Man
Michael is Christopher's twin brother and best friend. He is one of the most competitive yet humble people Christopher has ever met. Michael was a 2 sport college athlete. After college he moved to Seattle where he met and married his wife, Ariela. He and Ariela currently live in Chicago with their dog, Noah. Michael is a regional sales manager in the IT field
Lauren Brewer - Maid of Honor
Lauren and Sammie met freshman year of college at Ohio State. Lauren is a fiercely loyal friend and the person who would drop everything in a minute to be there for you. She has a heart of gold and amazing style to boot! She currently lives in Columbus where she works for Lifeline of Ohio as an organ donation coordinator.
Chris Wiethe - Groomsman
Chris is Sammie's brother and Christopher is looking forward to calling him his brother too. Chris is the epitome of cool, calm and collected. Chris is a graduate of Ohio University where he double majored in finance and marketing. He now runs his own firm with Northwestern Mutual. He and his girlfriend, Ellen live in Akron, Ohio with their dog, Remington.
Courtney Jorgensen - Bridesmaid
Courtney is Christopher's sister and Sammie can't wait to call her one as well! Courtney is such a warm and inviting person and truly lives everyday to the fullest. Courtney is the social media manager for Dottie Couture Boutique. She and her husband, Tim currently live in the Chicago suburbs with their 2 children, Madelyn and Cameron.
Tim Jorgensen - Groomsman
Tim is Christopher's Brother in Law. Tim is one of the most honest, sincere and truly genuine people you've ever met. A former college lacrosse player at St. Mary's where he met Christopher's sister, Courtney. They have 2 children, Madelyn and Cameron. Tim is a police officer in the Chicago suburbs.
Sean Vietti - Groomsman
Sean is Christopher's cousin. Sean's generosity and like-ability knows no bounds. He is a person Christopher has looked up to for his whole life. Sean is a graduate of Indiana University and recently received his MBA from DePaul University. He is a regional sales manager for a steel company based out of Chicago. He and his wife Meghan enjoy traveling and in the past year have been to Costa Rica, Mexico and Italy.
Ally Pratt - Bridesmaid
Ally and Sammie met in class and through friends at Ohio State. Ally has an amazing sense of humor and is so witty. She and Sammie share a love of reading and board games and they always have fun together. Ally is an HR executive with Target. She and her husband, Ryan currently live in Columbus with their son, Finn.
Ariela Spartz - Bridesmaid
Ariela is Christopher's sister-in-law and Sammie is excited to call her a sister as well! Ariela is a very thoughtful person and really cherishes the relationships she has with her friends and family. Ariela is a planning manager for BCD M&I. She is originally from Seattle, WA, but currently lives in Chicago with her husband, Michael and dog, Noah.
Brandon Partridge - Groomsman
Brandon is Christopher's friend and former co-captain and teammate of the Washington Generals. Brandon is one of the most driven and savvy people and his zest for life is contagious. He loves to have fun with the people he cares about most. Brandon and his wife, Sheryl have 2 children, Hannah and Gunnar. Brandon owns 3 bowling alleys and a restaurant in the Chicago suburbs.
Amanda Warchol - Bridesmaid
Amanda and Sammie have been friends since middle school and were roommates during Amanda's senior year at Ohio State. Amanda is one of the strongest and most kind-hearted people I know. She and her husband Zack (who were high school sweethearts) currently live in Youngstown, Ohio with their 3 children- Greyson and their twins, Harper and Julian.
George Pruger - Groomsman
George and Christopher met at freshman orientation at St. Ambrose University and decided to become roommates. Since then, George and Christopher have grown up together and are sounding boards for each others most important decisions in life. George is a sales manager for an engineering company in Chicago.
Brianne Nagel - Bridesmaid
Brianne is Sammie's cousin. Growing up Sammie and Brianne were best of friends, even though they lived 2 hours apart. Brianne is very smart and has a laugh that makes you start laughing. Brianne went to Wheeling Jesuit where she got her degree in accounting. She currently works for an accounting firm in Martins Ferry, Ohio where she and her husband, Jon live with their dog, Mo.
Tyler White - Groomsman
Tyler and Christopher met playing basketball and touring the world together as teammates for the Washington Generals. Tyler is one of the most engaging, sincere, hard working people in Christopher's life. He and Christopher serve as motivation and inspiration for each other in their constant persuit for their goals and dreams. Tyler lives in LA where he is an actor/model.