Whitney and Ryan first met in 2014 as interns at an experiential marketing agency. Every Thursday, the intern crew would gather for “Intern Thursdays,” where they bonded over happy hours, shared laughs, and swapped stories from their whirlwind days at work. Whitney and Ryan quickly became good friends, their easy banter and shared sense of humor standing out in the crowd.

After the internship ended, they stayed in touch, walked at UC graduation together, and cheered each other on as they launched their careers, even when Whitney moved across the country to Los Angeles.

When Whitney moved backed to Cincinnati in 2018, their friendship had deepened into something more, and they realized their connection wasn’t just about work memories—it was something special.

Fast forward to 2025, and their journey has come full circle. What started with brainstorming sessions and late-night laughs has grown into a lifetime of love, partnership, and adventure. This year, they’re getting married, celebrating a bond that’s been nearly a decade in the making.