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The process for writing a short is similar in some ways to writing a song. Isn't a song a form of a short story? Acclaimed, multi-platinum songwriter Emanuel Kiriakou will discuss his approach for writing and creating pop music hits.  Aside from radio and streaming, many of his songs have been featured in movies, shows and commercials, which points to one truth: Whether writing music, or writing a feature short, Story is King.

Breakfast begins at 9am, session begins at 9:30am.

About Emanuel Kiriakou 

Emanuel Kiriakou is an award winning, multi-platinum record producer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and music executive. Over the last two decades, he has established himself as one of the most prolific producers, songwriters, and instrumentalists of his generation, writing and producing records for a multitude of Top 40 artists including Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Demi Lovato, Jason Derulo, and Selena Gomez. Over the course of his career, Kiriakou has amassed multiple Billboard 100 charting singles and won various awards for his work as an instrumentalist and songwriter. His songs have also been featured in numerous films and television shows and even won a Cleo for a commercial spot.