ABOUT US

meet THE OPIHI team


With the best team around comprised of seasoned event planners, Opihi Love goes above and beyond the call of duty to put together absolutely gorgeous ceremonies and receptions.

We can be as versatile and artistically-inclined as you'd like. Our innate eye for detail, creative design and proven understanding of event logistics, means that you are in good hands throughout the planning process. But above all, we delight in orchestrating celebrations that feel personal and reflect our amazing couple's sensibilities.

Opihi Love has been published in Brides, Destination I Do, Style Me Pretty, Ruffled, Wedding Chicks and Green Wedding Shoes.

Kristin Agbayani

  • Kristin was born on the island of Maui. Her long-standing career hails from the world of event production where she mastered the art of keeping calm under pressure. She truly loves the process of seeing events come to life— from the 'getting to know yous' with the couple to the moment she dives into the planning process, she considers every single detail, no matter how small. Her happy place is with her husband Joy and their three children, spending time at the beach and adventuring in nature together.

    Favorite drink of choice: Spicy Margarita

    All time travel destination: Puerto Rico and Portugal

    Favorite beach in Hawaii: Olowalu

    Best part of the wedding day: Seeing it all come together on your wedding day. That moment when we reveal the space to our couples and seeing that excitement on their faces makes it all worthwhile for me. It is the moment that drives me to do what I do. I thrive in the fine details!

Maxyne

  • Maxyne hails from the great state of Minnesota. Her career in hospitality brings a wide range of experience from corporate events, weddings, concerts to live sporting events. Escaping Minnesota winters and moving to the tropical island of Maui she quickly transitioned to weddings and events at the Hyatt Regency Maui. After several years in the corporate wedding scene she moved on to the bespoke side of weddings. Additionally she brings a unique eye as she also shoots for one of our favorite photographers on island, Dmitri and Sandra. When she isn’t busy behind the computer or lens she enjoys going to the beach, shopping or binge watching her favorite tv shows.

    Favorite drink of choice: Maui Mule

    All time travel destination: New Zealand

    Favorite beach in Hawaii: Baby Beach

    Best part of the wedding day: Seeing the design come to life and the look on the faces of the happy couples

Brittany

  • Born and raised in Minnesota, Brittany moved to Maui 10 years ago to pursue her dream of wedding and event management with the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Lahaina. Brittany thrives in wearing multiple hats, behind the scenes and on event days and responds quickly to ever changing circumstances with a positive and upbeat attitude. As a project manager, she specializes in the guest experience and nurturing the relationships we have with our vendors to produce a successful event! On Brittany's off days, she enjoys spending time with her four young children and husband!

    Favorite drink of choice: Wine

    All time travel destination: New Zealand

    Favorite Beach in Hawaii: Ho'okipa

    Best part of the wedding day: The ceremony! Finally getting to see our couples become newlyweds!

Michelle

  • Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona Michelle has been living in Paradise for ten years now. She fell in love with the ocean and started a career in yachting. She is a professional Boat Captain, Freediving Instructor, Photographer and now an Event Manager with Opihi Love. Her passion for working with and around people, creating memorable experiences and having a true zest for life has led her to the Event Industry. Serving others and ensuring their happiness is her mission in life. She enjoys spending as much time in the water, freediving, surfing and snorkeling with marine life.

    Favorite drink of choice: Frozen Mango Margarita

    All time travel destination: This is a hard one! French Polynesia

    Favorite beach in Hawaii: Baldwin Beach

    Best part of the wedding day: When it all comes together. My favorite part is seeing the bride's reaction to seeing her day come to life. All the time planning and arranging, talking of ideas - to see it set up and come to life. I love seeing how happy she is at that moment.

The portfolio

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