David Paul Kirkpatrick is an acclaimed writer, producer, and former studio executive with a career spanning over four decades in the entertainment industry. As the former President of Paramount Pictures Motion Picture Group and Production President of both Walt Disney Studios and Touchstone Pictures, David has overseen the production of numerous iconic films that have shaped modern culture. Beyond his work in Hollywood, he is a passionate advocate for storytelling and the founder of  the MIT Center for Future Storytelling, Story Summit, a unique writers' school that nurtures creative voices across the globe, and the Write a Great Story Foundation.  David's work continues to inspire through his dedication to storytelling, mentoring, and his innovative creative projects that blend history, fantasy, and spirituality.