Kelly Simek is the host of Living808, Hawaii’s #1 lifestyle show on KHON2, where she highlights the islands’ vibrant culture, community, and aloha spirit. She also hosts Empowered Hawaii, a show dedicated to Hawaii’s journey toward clean energy and sustainability.

A passionate local foodie, Kelly proudly supports and showcases Hawaii’s diverse dining scene and small businesses, both on-air and online. She’s committed to helping residents live their best 808 lifestyle—and as a realtor, Kelly also helps local families achieve their dreams of owning their own slice of paradise.

Eric Schiff has been volunteering as an auctioneer for more than 25 years exclusively at non-profit events.  He has spent a lifetime in the marine industry, including skippering boats and owning his own marine consulting firm. Eric started auctioneering with Hanahau’oli School and now helps out at a variety of charitable events every year. Through the generous bidding and donations by the supporters and patrons, Eric’s efforts have helped raise over twenty-five million dollars for deserving causes and organizations throughout Hawaii.  He lives in Honolulu.  His wife, Lisa, is retired from a career with non-profit organizations, and he has two grown daughters and two grandsons.

Growing up in the turntablist age, Jay Ablan, known as Compose on the DJ circuit, began honing his technique over 20 years ago. Creating routines unheard of in Hawai‘i at the time, the versatile style and explosive showmanship of Ablan became the signature of the Award Winning Musician. 

A two-time world champion of the ITF DJ Battle and recent Hawai‘i regional winner of the Red Bull Thre3style, Ablan effortlessly transitions in and out of hip-hop, rock, soul, indie, and dance classics. 

Among his many residencies at clubs around Honolulu is the Renowned Sky Waikiki Nightclub right in the heart of Honolulu. Compose was recently named “Modern Man” by Modern Luxury Hawaii Magazine.