Rare Company in 2022 - Senior Director - Human Resources GALLO Employee Review

5.0
Jan 30, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

I have been with Gallo for over seven years and continue to be impressed (amazed) by how unique it is compared to larger, more cutthroat companies. The culture is collaborative and people tend to truly care and look out for one another. Gallo is a fairly large company with over 7,000 employees but it is able to maintain a culture that is warm and that feels more family oriented. There is no such thing as a perfect company and like any great company of this size, there are challenges. But, it is amazing to see what team members can do together. The work can be sometimes a little overwhelming but it is still fun and exciting. The very senior leadership within the company is visible, hard working themselves, and in Modesto, can often be seen with their sleeves rolled up, working along side others.

Cons

This is a truly special company and aside from minor issues that come up from time to time, I can’t think of any true cons.

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GALLO Response
4y
Thank you for sharing your experience and for your 7+ years of hard work. We're truly grateful for all you do. Cheers!

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Pros

Gallo has extremely talented people and incredible products. I’ve found real opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact.

Cons

Fast pace at times, with occasional shifting priorities. Very few downsides overall.

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2.0
May 11, 2026
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Pros

* Historically, a company people were genuinely proud to work for—strong culture, clear values, and a sense of loyalty *I could have seen myself building a long-term career here and often spoke highly of the company to others *Strong early-career development and brand recognition

Cons

*Erosion of trust driven by abrupt, poorly communicated decisions *5-day in-office mandate for some offices rolled out with ~2 months notice, removing autonomy employees previously had, adding unnecessary strain to already demanding roles, and significantly disrupting employees’ day-to-day lives *Parental leave benefits were significantly reduced in a way that feels misaligned with the culture and “family-owned” values the company has historically emphasized. This change has been a meaningful source of frustration and disappointment for many employees *Poor communication on major changes—including benefits and office policy updates, which were not consistently or transparently shared *Employee feedback does not appear to be meaningfully incorporated into decision-making, even when concerns are raised through formal channels * The culture has shifted dramatically. What used to feel fun and energizing now feels rigid and overly monitored, with less trust and autonomy than before *As a result, the company risks losing strong, previously loyal employees and becoming less competitive in attracting new talent

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GALLO Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective. Your feedback is important to us and helps us continue to improve. As another step, please reach out directly to your Human Resources Business Partner so we can better understand your experience.
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