Meet our Emcee's
The Emcee is responsible for setting the mood of the event and coordinating how the entire event carries out.
Our emcees will make sure your guests are having a good time and are engaged at all types of special events including weddings, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, Galas, corporate event.They are very dependable, flexible, and helpful in planning your special event.
With over 50 years experience combined, our emcees are professional and know how to have fun.
They will make sure you have a personalized, fun & memorable time!
Brittni
Brittni is currently the morning Weather Anchor and interview host for Wake Up 2Day and Take 2, both of the morning shows for KHON2 News. As a former educator and children’s book author, she also continues to use her voice to advocate for important issues, volunteer, and make a positive impact in her community and schools. She was a previous Keynote Panelist for the Hawaii Science Association, a chosen speaker for TEDx in 2022, and has hosted many local events around the community. Her professional career has taught her how to captivate an audience and be an engaging host to help ensure each event is memorable. When she is not working, Brittni embraces all the wonderful experiences life has to offer. Some of her favorite things are creating social media content for local businesses, crafting jewelry, exploring new food places, fostering animals, and traveling!
Justin
Justin “J-iRiE” Lopez, A dynamic Emcee who brings the energy and enthusiasm to every event. Displaying a magnetic personality and engaging crowd presence, no occasion is too big or too small. Known for mixing professionalism on stage & quick wit on the mic all the while giving it his local island twist turning gatherings into unforgettable celebrations. His knack for connecting with audiences on a personal level ensures that every moment is filled with excitement and joy. With over 18 years of radio and event experience, he is your go-to MC for those who want their events to be not just memorable, but truly extraordinary. Get ready for an event where energy meets entertainment.
Josh
From the Field to the Mic – A Master of Energy & Connection Josh Asuncion’s journey has always revolved around people, passion, and performance. His early years were a blend of academics and athletics, excelling as an honor scholar and multi-sport athlete in football, basketball, and track. After high school, he took his talents to Southern California, balancing full-time studies, a thriving football career, and a job in sales at Best Buy in Palm Springs. From 2006 to 2014, Josh built an impressive career—playing professional sports, mastering the art of sales, and stepping into the nightlife scene as an emcee. His ability to read a crowd, hype up an audience, and keep the energy high made him a natural on the mic. In 2015, he returned home to Hawai‘i, shifting gears into the fitness industry. Starting as a membership specialist, he quickly climbed the ranks to Assistant General Manager, spending six years helping people achieve their fitness goals. Then, after COVID, when the wedding industry in Hawai‘i began to thrive again, Josh found his next calling—rocking weddings as an emcee. His quick wit, infectious energy, and ability to connect with any crowd make every event unforgettable. When he’s not commanding the mic, Josh gives back to the community by coaching youth sports, sharing his love for the game and mentoring the next generation. From the football field to the club stage to wedding celebrations, Josh Asuncion knows how to bring people together, create unforgettable moments, and keep the party alive.
Ku'ulei
Kuʻulei Keliʻikuli-Peters was born in Hilo, Hawaiʻi and raised in Hoʻolehua on the Friendly Isle of Molokaʻi. Raised with strong Hawaiian values and fluent in the language of her ancestors, she carries forward a proud legacy of Hawaiian healers through her work as a cultural practitioner.
Known for her warmth, authenticity, and natural ability to connect with any audience, Kuʻulei brings both professionalism and heartfelt aloha to every event she leads. Whether guiding cultural celebrations, community gatherings, or special occasions, she creates an atmosphere where people feel welcomed, honored, and united like ʻohana.
Kwon
With nearly three decades of experience captivating audiences across Hawaii, “The Don” K Won has earned a reputation as one of the state’s premier event emcees. Since beginning his career in 1999, Kwon has built an impressive foundation in the entertainment industry, evolving from nightlife professional to one of Hawaii’s most respected and recognizable voices.
Mentored by his late brother, the legendary DJ Free, Kwon refined his craft while working alongside some of Hawaii’s top nightlife personalities, entertainers, and radio professionals. These experiences shaped his signature style—an effortless blend of confidence, charisma, professionalism, and genuine connection with every audience.
In 2017, Kwon transitioned his talents into the private events industry, where he discovered his true passion: creating exceptional experiences for couples, families, corporations, and organizations celebrating life’s most meaningful moments.
Today, Kwon is trusted to lead elegant weddings, sophisticated corporate events, galas, award ceremonies, milestone celebrations, and private gatherings with the perfect balance of energy, poise, and professionalism. His ability to read a room, engage guests naturally, and maintain the flow of an event ensures that every celebration feels seamless, polished, and unforgettable.
As the emcee for From Above Entertainment, Kwon believes that an outstanding event is about more than making announcements—it’s about creating moments. From welcoming your first guest to celebrating your final dance, he is dedicated to delivering an elevated experience that reflects your vision and leaves a lasting impression on everyone in attendance.
Whether you’re planning an intimate luxury wedding, a high-profile corporate function, or a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, The Don K Won brings the experience, presence, and passion needed to transform your event into something truly extraordinary.
Reno
Local, Hawaiian/Filipino boy from Waimanalo, Oahu grew up around entertainment his whole life. He comes from a bloodline of entertainers which goes back generations of the Kalima Family. The legacy of music, polynesian dance, and emceeing continues with him and his Ohana.
Cuzzin Reno started off entertaining at the same Polynesian luau his family worked at as a Tour Guide and later became an emcee with their special events. In fact, you may recognize his name “Cuzzin Reno” from Comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias special- Aloha Fluffy, who he has been friends with for over 20 years whom he met at the Luau. Fluffy does a hilarious imitation of Reno, which was pretty much on point. Later Reno helped produce and started another Luau in town in 2018, which has fantastic reviews and continues today.
Cuzzin Reno has emceed at many events including weddings, birthday and graduation parties, project grads, block parties, Polynesian Luaus and more. For him, it’s all about Living and Spreading the Aloha bringing humor and positivity to all. His motto: YOLOHA= You Only Live Once Having Aloha.
Besides entertaining, he works in the Transportation field for the city as his main job and in his spare time, he loves eating, especially BBQing, beach and spending time with his family.
Sila
Event planner and owner of Exquisite by Sila, this local girl tried her hand at MC’ing and absolutely loved it! More importantly, her audience loved it! She made her official debut in the Wedding and Event Industry in 2018. Her first huge event was MC’d by the one and only Wild Wild Wes, which absolutely fired up inner MC and got things rolling.
No stranger to the mic, Sila has been gracing the stage for years. She has spent countless years leading worship and had the honor of honing her acting chops under legendary musical theatre director, Ronald Bright.
Wifey to a fellow singer and worship leader, Sila’s unique and multi-faceted background has contributed to her wit, relatability, quick thinking, and captivating humor on the mic. In her downtime, she loves hanging out with her keiki and hubby.
Phat Joe
Phat Joe is one of Honolulu’s most recognizable and trusted event hosts and radio personalities.
He is best known for being on the 102.7 Da Bomb Morning Show with Keola and evenings on
93.1 Da Paina, where he has built a strong connection with local audiences over decades.
With over 26 years in the radio and entertainment industry, Phat Joe brings infectious energy,
charisma, and professional microphone presence to every event he hosts. As a seasoned MC and
live entertainer, he ensures an engaging, smooth, and unforgettable experience for both clients and
guests.
Known for his broadcast level confidence and calm crowd control, he has hosted everything from
intimate luxury weddings to large scale audiences of up to 20,000 attendees. His ability to read the
room, maintain clean transitions, and keep events flowing seamlessly makes him a premium choice
for planners and high end clients across Hawaii.
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