When Shameka Sawyer walks into a room full of women, she’s always ready to create and collaborate. The award-winning filmmaker, media producer, and co-founder of the Philadelphia-based Sunkissed Group prides herself in not only building brands but also building relationships that last.
On April 24, the forward-thinking entrepreneur is hosting a soulful gathering in the city of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection where women creators and entrepreneurs can sip, connect, and spark collaborations you usually only dream about.
Ahead, learn why Shameka created Wine & Create and what she hopes attendees get from the experience!
BrownStyle Magazine: Let’s start with the vibes. Describe Wine & Create in three words.
Shameka Sawyer: Bold. Intentional. Luxe. It’s giving elevated energy with a splash of sparkle and substance.
BSM: Love it! What inspired you to unite women creators and entrepreneurs in such an intimate way? Why now, and why this format?
SS: We needed a space where Black, Brown, and Indigenous women creators didn’t have to perform— they can just be themselves. There’s power in small rooms where big ideas are shared. I wanted us to feel seen, heard, and inspired without the pressure. The timing? It’s overdue. We’ve been pouring into everybody else. Now it’s time to pour into ourselves and have a glass of wine while we’re at it.
BSM: You could’ve partnered with any media brand—why did BrownStyle Magazine feel like the right fit to help tell this story?
SS: BrownStyle uplifts culture, celebrates beauty in every shade, and spotlights women doing the work—it aligns so effortlessly with our vision. This isn’t just a media partnership. It’s a sisterhood. At Wine & Create, we prioritize care through connection, storytelling, and joy. The setting is intentional, the details are thoughtful, and the love? You can feel it in the room!
BSM: We love that Sunkissed Group is all about connecting purpose-driven brands with diverse audiences. How does teaming up with BrownStyle Magazine elevate that mission?
SS: It’s all about alignment. We’ve been the blueprint. And yet, so many narratives get told about us, without us. BrownStyle understands the nuance, the flavor, and the fierce dedication that comes with building community and brand equity among women of color. Together, we’re creating spaces where culture isn’t just celebrated, it’s centered.
BSM: If someone’s reading this wondering if they should attend the next Wine & Create event—what would you say to them in your best hype-woman voice?
SS: This is the room you’ve been praying for. Your next collab, breakthrough idea, or tribe is waiting on the other side of RSVP. Slide through and let’s get to work!
BSM: What kind of impact do you hope Wine & Create will have on the creative community in Philly and beyond?
SS: I want it to be a spark. A ripple. A reminder that we don’t have to wait for seats at anyone else’s table. We can build our own, pour the wine, and pass the mic. I hope it empowers creators to bet on themselves and build boldly.
BSM: What’s one moment you’re looking forward to most at Wine & Create?
SS: Honestly? That moment when the energy in the room shifts. When a guest realizes, “Ohhh, I belong here.”
BSM: What’s your toast to the women who plan to attend Wine & Create? The dreamers, the doers, the ones building something beautiful?
SS: To the women building empires, healing generations, and turning content into a legacy—may your wine be chilled, your boundaries strong, and your creativity limitless. We see you, celebrate you, and build with you.
BrownStyle Magazine is a proud media sponsor of Wine & Create!
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Editor’s Note: This story has been edited and condensed for clarity.
By BrownStyle Magazine in Special Editions
72 pages, published 1/17/2025
