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.
Shayne Hubbard:
Shayne is a parent at Central Union Preschool and a lifelong music lover. When he’s not chasing after his two kids—Kainoa, who currently attends the school, and his younger sister Maya—he can usually be found making music. Shayne plays guitar, piano, and violin, and enjoys singing. For Dazzletini, he will be playing guitar and singing alongside his friends River and Jeff. Shayne loves sharing music that brings people together and is grateful for the opportunity to support the Central Union Preschool community.
River & Danielle Kim:
River and Danielle Kim are the proud parents of Lochlan (Green Cottage) and Brooks. They enjoy going on walks, reading stories, and racing cars with their boys. They are excited and grateful for the opportunity to play music together!
Jeff Quinn:
Jeff is a proud CUPS parent to Etienne and has another child at Punahou, Elliot. Jeff has enjoyed playing, recording, and performing music professionally. He is looking forward to supporting the CUPS mission by performing at this year’s Dazzletini with friends Shayne and River!
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.
