CREATING MAGIC

KPD is more than just a brick-and-mortar operation. While we are headquartered in Orange County, our passion takes us far and wide. Khanh is a nomadic, on-the-go wedding vendor, fueled by dedication and a deep enthusiasm for her craft, executing events all over the world. She isn’t defined by addresses or zip codes but is driven by creativity and a true passion for what she does.

  • Multihyphenate. Leo. One of the most extroverted people you’ll ever meet. USC alum. Forever hopeless romantic. Front row at live shows. Fine dining Michelin lover. Travel aficionado. Fearless negotiator. Non-emotionally involved third party. Recovering perfectionist. Slow morning, pumps, and a hot pink suit kind of girlie. Your future #1 super fan.

    Born in Vietnam, raised in Orange County, and educated in Los Angeles, Khanh is a bilingual, multi-disciplinary professional. She is constantly at the vanguard of international events and globally sought-after for her authenticity, versatility, and sophistication in multicultural weddings nationwide. If you haven't heard of her, you will now. Khanh is the wedding queen, a self-made entrepreneur, and a formidable force in the wedding and event industry. With a proven track record of partnering with major companies, she embodies the next-generation digital pioneer, Vietnamese-English speaking emcee, and lead event producer.

    A dream years in the making

    Founded in Los Angeles. Planning & hosting events worldwide.

    Khanh leverages a decade of industry experience and an innate talent for making clients feel confident and connected throughout the wedding planning process. Additionally, she serves as a senior healthcare project manager, overseeing a remarkable multimillion-dollar portfolio of biotechnologies and pharmaceutical brands. With over 400 events under her belt across four continents, her success is no happy accident. It's clear that she applies the same level of commitment, professionalism, and strong business acumen to both her couples and every project she undertakes.

    Fight on, forever

    As the first in her family to earn a college diploma, Khanh graduated from the renowned USC Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism. Her degree in Communication, with an emphasis on Entertainment, earned her a place among the esteemed USC Wallis Annenberg scholars. Driven by a profound curiosity, she transitioned from the entertainment industry to explore business entrepreneurship. With brilliance and unwavering determination, she took a leap of faith into the world of weddings and large-scale events. Her eponymous boutique provided firsthand experience building a business from scratch and reignited her passion for storytelling. Khanh's deep understanding of the value of authentic human connections shines through in every event she orchestrates and the story she crafts. Today, she travels globally, establishing herself as one of the industry's foremost MCs, officiant, and wedding extraordinaire.

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  • From whimsical weddings to corporate conferences, catch me at all of life’s events, finding creative ways to help make everyone’s experiences turn from great to EPIC. I’m an undergraduate student at UCLA who’s passionate about human connectivity and driven by a zest for the power of storytelling. Most importantly, I’m your newest fav member of Gen Z, who’s always down to stay up past 3AM with you to talk about relationships, food, weddings, live music shows, and everything in between.

Lightning Round ⚡️

  • Go-to Drink: An iced matcha green tea latte or a lavender honey latte is the way to my heart.

  • Morning Ritual: Guided meditation, Vitamin C, and SPF 50, always.

  • Evening Wind Down Routine: Retinol, hydrating moisturizer, red light therapy, eucalyptus essential oil, and linen spray

  • #1 Comfort Movie: Legally Blonde, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (Anything rom-com)

  • Dream Wedding Destination: Lake Como! Anywhere in Europe 🥰

  • Must-haves: Korean BBQ, red lipstick, favorite YSL perfume, or a book

  • In another universe, I would have been: A lawyer! What? Like it’s hard?

  • Simple Pleasures: The color pink and thought-provoking convos with good friends

  • Life-Changing Book Reco: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective by Stephen R. Covey

  • Featured On: The Ellen DeGeneres Show, KTLA5, ABC7, Wongfu film, Steve Aoki’s Netflix documentary

  • Next Wedding Destinations: New York, Ohio, Boston, Singapore

My two cents…

I firmly believe that people can be multidimensional, unapologetically impressive, results-driven, and still be empathetic, vibrant, and empowering. Just as I am a daughter, sister, partner, friend, colleague, I am equally a mastermind, do-er, strategist, and speaker who finds inspos through telling real-life stories – be it socially, creatively, professionally, or personally.

Q&A Series

What have been some of your career highlights?

Traveling to the South of France for my first destination wedding, planning a wedding at the Ritz Carlton resort, and being in the same room as Stan Lee, Ellen Degeneres, Chris Pratt, Mila Kunis, Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, and Michael B. Jordan.

What is the coolest thing you've ever done?

I've stood next to Nick Jonas at the 2018 MTV Movie & Television Awards.

After a challenging day, week, or month, what keeps you motivated?

I am a lifelong learner, and much of my motivation comes from the places I've traveled, the people I've met, the podcasts I've listened to, and the books I've read.


What advice would you give to someone who wants to follow in your footsteps?

I grew up very far from the life I'm leading today. From an outsider's perspective, it might seem like my life is all glitz and glam. But let me tell you, juggling a full-time gig in the healthcare realm while also playing quarterback for brides and grooms can get pretty tricky. Pre-pandemic, I was always on the go. One golden strategy that's been my saving grace is setting up solid boundaries between my career and some well-deserved downtime. On the rare weekend when I have time off, I do not take client calls/meetings to be present with my loved ones.

Now, when I'm in my groove, I'll confess—I become a detail-obsessed maestro. Every aspect, whether it's big or small, gets my full attention. Let me tell you, pulling off a shindig that oozes class, unleashes fun, and radiates extravagance takes heaps of meticulous planning.

What's the party you're most pleased to have planned?

I flew all the way to the South of France and planned the most beautiful summer wedding with an oceanfront view in a private villa!

What's the best part about your job?

I can rave about my clients for hours. I am deeply fortunate to work with the kindest, considerate, and most generous clients. To this day, I still get invited to baby showers, family reunions, birthday parties. I like to hang their holiday cards on my fridge as they are now an extension of me. 

Which famous wedding in history would you have most liked to be a part of?

So many! Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's, Justin and Hailey Bieber, and of course, Chuck Bass’s recent wedding!

Any other fun facts you’d like to share?

I am a proud Bay Area native, TEDx speaker, alum of Delta Phi Kappa sorority, and at USC I was the Vice President of Communication of the USC’s Asian Greek Council.