This beauty I and met back when we were in 1st grade. We have so many memories together from sleepovers, dress ups, pretending we were the Spice Girls, birthday parties, school dances, you name it we have been there. She is also very talented-she toured with Holiday on Ice in Europe figure skating, she is studying how to become a dietician, but before that, she studied to be an interior designer and she LOVES yoga. She has a big heart and is SO funny, I also love the fact her parents are second parents to me. The love of her life is Tyler Coady who is an IT Engineer at Baker Tilly, they have been married for 5 years and her other love is her dog Wellington.

 Why not have 2?

I met Jessica in high school after I complimented her on her amazing hair and ever since then we have been besties. We both love dancing and we always would go out in high school to Park Central (18 and under club), and she would throw awesome dance parties where 100+ people would show up all while her mom made finger food! I would spend so much time with her family her 3 sisters that they quickly became family to me. She is so so wise and I admire her passion for the Lord, and all the guidance she has given me on many occasions. She always makes me want to be a better person and pushes me to think deeper and wiser and asks all the right questions when I am a pickle. We have spent time together in Brasil for her wedding, and I visited her while she lived in Canada, we love adventures. She has lived and traveled all over the world and now her travels include her husband Edgard who is a Superintendent at IKO (manufactures shingles). They have been married for 3 years.

Clare was mine and our friend Allison’s random roommate in college. Little did we know that we would get such a smart, funny, witty, and a little bit sassy lady! Clare has been such a great friend to me, always there with a lending ear, giving me advice, something I admire about her is that she is so good knowing how other people feel about things and then in return, letting me know, which is great for me as sometimes I can be clueless! We have had some hard laughs in our friendship, and I can’t wait to experience so many more coming up in the years.

Clare is a stay at home Mom to two beautiful girls, Laura and Alice. The love of her life is Chris, who works as the manager of Sherwin Williams, they are perfect for each other! She also has a dog named Phoenix and a cat named Pixie.

Kristina and I met in college our freshman year in Human Development and eventually, both became Resident Assistants. Kristina is someone I admire for being smart, dedicated, a little bit sassy, but always knows how to have a good time! She is such a beautiful person, has the most recognizable laugh, is very organized, and if I remember correctly loves Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and of course, enjoys spending time with her family. She is also very supportive and although she lives a couple hours away I know she is always there for me! Kristina is a Pharmacist in the Milwaukee. The love of her life is Josh who the Chief Financial Officer of her Dad’s business V.Marchese Produce, you’ll see their trucks EVERYWHERE! She is also Mom to her daughter Lucianna and Estella. She also has 2 cute dogs named Ralphie and Chloe.

Amanda and I met through our mutual friend John while learning ballroom dance. From there, our friendship grew and grew. We have many wonderful memories together whether it be cooking healthy and delicious meals, working out (she always made it way more fun than it really was), dancing, exploring the great outdoors, or just relaxing watching the TV and eating chocolate because, well, why not! Amanda is such a sweetie with a big heart and is willing to help anyone. I remember I was sick once and she drove from Oconto after a hard days work, and made me soup. She is an awesome cook, and I was the best taste tester.
She loves to be outdoors hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, boating, and soaking up the sun and is passionate about the Earth and keeping it preserved. She also loves to travel! Amanda is a District Technician at Brown Soil & and Water Conservation District as well as a certified yoga instructor. The love of her life is Scott who is a Director of Planning and Environmental Services for Redwood County, MN. They have two dogs they love Waylon and Willie.

Carolina and I met through of course Mauricio and is now my sister-in-law!
She is so beautiful. Some of her hobbies include baking, art, and piano. She has a unique sense of style with drawing and fashion! SoloconArte She has 2 master degrees in art and with those was able to work at 2 art museums in Spain: Picasso Museum and Pompidou Centre Malaga. The first time she came to Wisconsin was in October 2018- we had such a good time together exploring Green Bay, meeting my extended family, and laughing at me singing Spanish songs! Mauricio and his family are extremely close so I am happy to now be a part of their family.

Jairo is Mauricio´s older brother.
He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art History. He also has 3 professional certificates on engraving, stamping, and serigraphy by The Higher Education College of Art of León.
He is a true artist and he loves Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat along other American Pop-Art artists.
He enjoys painting and searching/collecting antiques!

Tyler and I quickly became friends in 2011 when Emily introduced me him and Rachel. One of the first things I learned about Tyler is how much love he has for different languages and often used me to improve his Spanish speaking skills. He is a very funny guy, who has a passion for technology, traveling, jiu-jitsu, exotic foods, and learning anything and everything from the Ukelele, to Chinese just for fun. One of the experiences I will always remember is our time visiting Chicago- we finished eating at Little Maggiano’s and realized we were going to run late to the Paco De Lucia concert, so with full stomachs we ran and made it by a hair to the concert! We have had lots of good memories – going to Madison for New Years 2018, going out for Halloween, enjoying sushi, going to museums and more.

He is a good friend and one that I am happy to have met, thanks, Emily! Tyler is currently taking online classes at Penn State for a Masters in Information Science and is working as an IT Engineer at Baker Tilly.

Mike is one of my (Emily) best friends that I met in high school. He is super funny and unfortunately for me never refuses an opportunity to poke fun at me, but does so in a way that makes me laugh every time. We have so many great memories together hanging out with friends, going to eat at Perkins (his favorite place to visit when he is back in Wisconsin), or exploring places we haven’t been. Mauricio and I had the wonderful opportunity to travel to New York City in March 2018 and Mike was the perfect tour guide! He is a world traveler and has been to at least 20 countries as well as many states. I admire him for all the amazing accomplishments he has achieved – served in the US Army, worked in Washington DC for Congress, was a researcher for the Parliament in England and is currently a consultant for Booz Allen Hamilton in Washington D.C. His one love is his dog Rocky who, himself has traveled and lived in multiple states.

Max came into Mauricio and I’s life around two years ago when he came into my work for an interview. I told him a while after we had been friends that whenever I met him, I had a feeling we would be great friends. Max is very outgoing, a hard worker has the best laugh, and has been very supportive of Mauricio and I. He has been to our birthdays, Mauricio’s graduation party has come to our families Christmas and we probably see him most out of everyone we know. We all love going out for sushi, seeing movies, and being in each others company. One of Max’s favorite past times is probably talking about, and spending him with his dog, Cora. His face lights up as bright as a Christmas tree! Hiking, going on bike rides and not long but short walks on the beach with a beer in hand are other activities he loves. We are so happy Max came into our lives, he has been a blessing!

He is originally from Metro Detroit and enjoys telling us tales of his time there as well as when he lived in Michigan. He graduated with a Bachelors from Northern Michigan University in Biology with a minor in Chemistry and History.