The right voice
for the right room.
Daphne Iking — emcee, trainer, advocate, and storyteller. Two decades of presence that moves people, not just fills a room.
“She doesn't just host the room —
she holds it.”
Storyteller. Advocate.
Certified Coach.
Daphne Iking is a multi-talented media expert with a background spanning acting, hosting, production, and script-writing. Over two decades, she has become one of Malaysia's most trusted emcees and moderators for high-protocol events, from government functions and royal engagements to international conferences and corporate galas.
Beyond the stage, Daphne is a certified corporate coach, motivational speaker, prenatal yoga teacher, and menopause coach. She is an active child rights advocate, championing statelessness issues and children's well-being across Malaysia.
She is the founder of Deft Talks, a public speaking and communication programme, and shares her wellness journey through her community platform as a certified prenatal yoga teacher and perimenopause coach.
From high-protocol events to corporate stages, Daphne brings structure, warmth, and authority to the room.
One professional.
Many capabilities.
From high-protocol events to intimate wellness circles, choose the engagement that fits your brief.
Emcee & Moderator
Corporate events, gala dinners, awards nights, and protocol-heavy functions including ministerial and royal engagements.
ExploreCorporate Training
Public speaking, communication, media handling, and executive presence. HRD Corp claimable for Malaysian organisations.
ExploreDeft Talks
Open-enrolment public speaking bootcamps and communication programmes. Own the room with clarity and confidence.
ExploreWellness & Coaching
Certified prenatal yoga instruction and menopause coaching. Grounded in lived experience and formal certification.
ExploreMedia & Advocacy
Brand collaborations, content projects, and advocacy campaigns championing children's rights in Malaysia.
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Over 20 years hosting and training for Malaysia's most recognised organisations — from government ministries to global brands.
Awards & Professional Highlights
Let's make
something happen.
Whether you have an event date in mind or you are still in early planning, reach out and the team will respond within 48 hours.