The story behind the impact.
Sumlin Media Group was founded by Chris Sumlin to build a home for bold ideas, a media company that treats every brand, event, and campaign as a story worth telling loudly.
Mission
Sumlin Media Group brings people and brands together through events, content, and promotions that make a real connection. We turn ideas into experiences people want to be part of, helping our partners reach their communities in ways that feel authentic and leave a lasting impact.
Vision
We envision a media company where great ideas lead to stronger communities. As Sumlin Media Group grows, we want to create more opportunities for people to gather, for businesses to be seen, and for stories that matter to reach the people who need to hear them.
The people making it happen.

Chris Sumlin
Founder & Host
Creator, host, and cultural strategist leading SMG's vision across media and events.
Chris's bio & press kit
Darryl Johnson
Partner
Executive leader, entrepreneur, and community builder focused on leadership, systems, partnerships, and sustainable growth.

Drew Bunkley
Web, Marketing & Technology
Drew brings SMG's digital work to life through website development, marketing, social media, and IT. He helps turn ideas into clear online experiences and keeps the tools behind them working smoothly.
Four reasons brands choose us.
Culture-First
We don't chase trends. We live inside the culture that creates them.
Production-Grade
Every output is built to broadcast standard, from a single reel to a full event.
Valley-Connected
Connected to the Valley through local events, media, and community relationships.
Founder-Led
Chris Sumlin is hands-on with every project, not a name on a deck.
