"Burger Genius" Hosts

Raised in the valley of Pauoa, Keola Akana is a true local talent who has performed on and off camera for many years. He is also a talented singer, songwriter, and recording artist who has played here in Hawai'i, California, and Las Vegas. He returned from Los Angeles where he worked in many Hollywood clubs as a singer and musician, playing pop and Hawaiian music. His most notable experience in L.A. was attending the 2005 Grammy Awards to witness the first Hawaiian Music Award winner.

Now back in the islands, Keola continues his work in music and television through the creation of local programs that focus on Hawai'i's culture.

When he is not working as a Community Marketing Specialist for Kamehameha Publishing, Keola loves to spend his time outdoors with family and friends playing basketball, tennis, or enjoying the ocean.

Valerie Ragaza-Miao is the owner of the highly acclaimed Valerie Joseph Boutique which was awarded "The Best Women's Boutique of Honolulu" after just 2 months in it's first year of business. Climbing the fashion ladder, she was also recognized as one of Honolulu's most fashionable women. An advocate for programs that provide assistance in creating positive futures, she strives to deliver inspiration through motivational speaking and continues to find creative ways to support the community.