Co-owner

Francesca Galarus is the co-owner of Mural City Cellars, Philadelphia’s neighborhood winery. Since launching the business with her partner in 2021, she has led its growth from a two-person operation into a team of twelve, expanded annual production from 800 to 5,000 cases, and oversaw the custom buildout and move into a 3,000-square-foot production facility, wine bar and bottle shop. Francesca leads the winery’s community engagement and philanthropic programs, manages financial operations, and steers long-term strategic planning. She also sits on the Sisterly Love Collective Executive Board which supports women-owned and led hospitality businesses in the Philadelphia area.