GALLO reviews

*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

Cultural Shift: Over the past year, there has been a noticeable decline in the sense of trust between leadership and staff. The environment has moved from one of empowerment to one that feels more restrictive and scrutinized. Return-to-Office Policy: The recent strict RTO mandate feels counter-intuitive for a sales-heavy region. For local teams who spend significant time in the field, this policy adds unnecessary friction and reduces the very flexibility that once made us successful. Declining Benefits: Recent reductions in maternity and fertility benefits are disappointing. These changes make it harder for the company to remain competitive in attracting and retaining diverse, long-term talent. Gallo is not competitive against the competition for parental leave in the CPG industry, specifically Adult Bev (such as Suntory, Diageo, Anheuser Busch, Pernod, Miller, Constellation, Deutsch, and SGWS to name a few).