Andrew Gordon

Discover why unforgettable stories aren’t born—they’re built. In this keynote, Andrew pulls back the curtain on the creative engine behind Pixar’s golden age, sharing insights from two decades spent shaping some of the world’s most beloved films. Audiences will learn the hidden mechanics of crafting stories that resonate: how to captivate from the first moment, how to create deep emotional alignment by placing viewers inside the characters’ shoes, and how to respect your audience by inviting them into the narrative.

We’ll explore Pixar’s famed iterative process—how “breaking” a story is the essential step to rebuilding it into something extraordinary—and reveal the secret sauce behind making any idea unforgettable.