Great people. Opportunities in annual merit increases and PTO policy - Anonymous GALLO Employee Review

4.0
Aug 4, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

-Great people -Nice campus in Modesto -Company culture is fun if you get into it -Wine Shop in Modesto is nice

Cons

-Annual merit % increases to base pay are not enough to beat out inflation. The cost of living is increasing in the valley (food, rent, services, gas, etc.) and my take-home pay will cover less and less if this is the trend going forward -PTO is a combination of vacation AND sick time. Employees come to work to avoid using PTO while they are sick -Location. Modesto/Central Valley is not the safest in certain areas

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GALLO Response
1y
Thanks for taking the time to leave such a thorough review. We will be sharing your feedback with Sr. Leadership. Cheers!

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5.0
Jun 30, 2026
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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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GALLO Response
2w
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate your feedback!
2.0
May 11, 2026
Recommend
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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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