

Eric Badertscher
The Groom
Eric is a research professional with 20 years of experience in areas including market research / competitive intelligence, knowledge management, corporate communications, journalism. More recently he moved into the world of marketing (both internal and external) and business development – with focus on technology markets particularly in the areas of technology transfer and technology commercialization.

Jennifer Smith
The Bride
Jen is the Library Gifts Coordinator at George Mason University. She works with library administration, management, and liaison librarians in accepting, disposing of, or utilizing gift items for four campus locations. She communicates with faculty and the campus community regarding the gifts program, library-sponsored events and outreach.

Jen and Eric met when they were in their late teens while attending Guilford College in Greensboro, North Carolina in pursuit of their four year degree. After graduating, they went their separate ways, married and had child(ren) and later each of their families were tragically turned upside down by the deadly effects of cancer. Jen and Eric share common misfortunes and have each become even stronger individuals as a result, allowing fate to bring them back together after nearly 25 years. Read More
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