Meet Some of Our XP22 Speakers ??

MEET SOME OF OUR SPEAKERS

MATHEW KNOWLES

Music Executive, Artist Manager, Entrepreneur, Author, Professor and Cancer Survivor

Author, professor, lecturer, motivational speaker, music executive, artist manager, entrepreneur, fighter and cancer survivor would be the words used to sum up the life and career of Mathew Knowles. Mathew has helped to architect the careers of Destiny's Child, LeAndrea Johnson, Beyoncé and Solange, just to name a few.?

XP22 SESSION: Reinvention & Relevance: Building Longevity in Your Career with Mathew Knowles

AMY THOMSON

Talent Manager, Catalog Fund Consultant, Session Board Member

Globally recognized as the former manager of the Swedish House Mafia, Amy Thomson has proven herself as one of the most forward thinking and trusted professionals in all of electronic music. Most recently, Amy has fought tooth and nail for the representation of musicians and creators at Hipgnosis, the largest independent song fund in the world.?

XP22 SESSION: Fair Pay & Fair Play: Understanding Music Royalties

ELYANNA

Artist?

No matter what lines, borders, or boundaries separate us, songs bring us back together. Elyanna unites listeners worldwide around a sizzling signature style steeped in Arabic music, pop, and R&B. Singing in Arabic and English, the Palestinian-Chilean singer, songwriter, and performer instantly enchants with both soul and spirit.

XP22 SESSION: Pro XPerience

LIL EAZY

Artist

Born and raised in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Lil Eazy is one of the region’s most talented rising hip hop stars. His unique and alluring vocal style quickly set him apart from the pack in the region, with hits like “Millionaire,” “Mathaher,” and “Thabet Ma Ameel” opening the doors for collaborations with major brands like Nike, New Balance, FIFA, and Coca Cola.

XP22 SESSION: Creating a Hit Song: Formula Vs. Trend

HARDWELL

Artist, CEO & Label Owner

Dutch DJing superstar and Revealed Recordings founder Hardwell has staked his claim as one of the scene’s most exhilarating acts since his debut in 2007. His storied career has seen tracks like “Spaceman,” “Apollo,” and “Run Wild” catapult him to the forefront of the industry, playing a major role in Hardwell being crowned the World’s #1 DJ in 2013.

XP22 SESSION: Wellness for the Constantly Creative Mind