The Gleam Dream Team

Partner with Marketing Experts to Elevate Your Brand.

A woman stands in a desert landscape holding a glass of wine. She wears a light blue shirt and jeans. Cacti and shrubs are scattered around. The sky is blue with a few clouds, and mountains are visible in the background.

At Gleam Connections, we partner with businesses that are passionate about elevating their brand and making a lasting impact in the wine industry.

If that’s you, we’re here to help you grow with confidence and a clear path forward, ensuring every step brings value to your journey.

When you partner with Gleam Connections, you get more than just support—you gain a dedicated team that’s committed to helping you thrive and reach your goals.

HOW WE CAN HELP

A person with long blonde hair and glasses stands outdoors, holding a glass of white wine. They are smiling, wearing a greenish top, in front of a desert landscape with mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Hey, I’m McKenna!

Founder & CEO

Driven by my passion for wine, which was inspired by my mom and grandma’s love for wine, I have always believed in wine’s ability to bring people together, create lasting memories, and build meaningful connections.

My dedication to the industry is matched by my commitment to learning. I hold a WSET Level 2 certification with Distinction, which deepens my expertise and allows me to support brands with a true insider’s perspective.

In 2022, I rebranded my business as Gleam Connections with one mission: to empower wine brands to grow their brands with confidence.

My ability to see the big picture, connect the dots, and craft innovative strategies has made Gleam Connections a trusted partner for a wide range of businesses. My results-driven approach ensures that every client receives tailored support and the expertise needed to succeed.

Whether I’m working directly with clients or guiding my team, I am always focused on building strong relationships and delivering the best possible outcomes. I ensure that every brand we touch gleams.

What’s in her glass?

CHARDONNAY!

The more buttery and smooth, the better!

Ask her about...

Wine destinations!

With a passion for travel, I have visited 14 countries and counting. I’m always eager to share my latest adventure!

Meet the Team

Antonia Franckenstein

Operations Director

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Antonia is the engine that keeps everything running smoothly. As our Operations Director, she has a unique talent for turning complex processes into seamless systems. Antonia is a Master of Organization—her strategic mindset and attention to detail ensure that every project is executed flawlessly. With a forward-thinking approach, she’s always anticipating challenges and optimizing workflows before they arise.

Her passion for continuous improvement makes her an invaluable asset to our team. Whether it’s automating tasks or fine-tuning marketing strategies, Antonia is solution-focused, ensuring that every aspect of the business operates like clockwork.

What’s in her glass?

Malbec—rich, bold, and just like her systems, always dependable.

Ask her about...

Automation and streamlining! She loves discussing ways to make any process more efficient and effective.

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Erin Gray

Creative Content Coordinator

Erin is the creative force that brings ideas to life at Gleam Connections. As our Creative Content Coordinator, she has a remarkable talent for turning concepts into polished, engaging narratives and visuals that captivate audiences.

Erin’s artistic flair and attention to detail ensure that every piece of content—from graphics to videos—shines with perfection.

Her innovative approach and passion for storytelling make her an indispensable part of our team. Whether she’s crafting compelling campaigns or brainstorming fresh ideas, Erin brings energy, creativity, and heart to everything she touches.

What’s in her glass?

White Zinfandel—fun, bright, and always delightful, just like her creative vision.

Ask her about...

Creativity and connection! She thrives on crafting imaginative ways to engage and collaborate.

GET IN TOUCH

“Working with Gleam Connections has been an incredibly positive experience. They are super professional, communicative, and detail-oriented, which makes me feel confident that everything gets done right. I was referred to them by a respected friend, and I’m so glad I chose to work with them. In addition, the communication has been perfect throughout our partnership.
If you’re on the fence about working with Gleam Connections, I’d say make the leap—you’ll be happy after the first month. They’ve been instrumental in helping with a major lift for a campaign, and I felt supported every step of the way”
Chef Todd
Mutiny Island Vodka
“I reached out to McKenna to assist with running our Instagram account, feeling we needed a more structured and cohesive approach and having seen her own feed and liking her content and style.
McKenna and her team have succeeded in turning around how we project ThirtyFifty, creating content that reflects our educational side with a fun, youthful tone.
They are proactive, well-organised and clearly skilled at content creation and planning. Everything is meticulously planned, working together to schedule a series of posts each month from idea creation through to approval and posting. All delivered seamlessly and on time.”
Jane Scott
ThirtyFifty
“I highly recommend working with Gleam Connections for VA services and Social Media management. Their skills are vast but to name a few: working with complicated tech stacks, learning new softwares at the drop of a hat, social media planning and management, gorgeous graphic asset creation, and copywriting.

The team is punctual and precise, and in our year plus of working together almost never needed further instruction after given a task, which is seriously rare! They figures out how to do it, whatever it is, and they does it well. I'm continually impressed by their tech capabilities and can't recommend Gleam more highly!”
Caroline Connor
Wine Dine Caroline
“Working with Gleam Connections has been such a positive experience. As a solo business owner, I often felt like I was carrying everything on my own — but now, I truly feel supported and know a team has my back.
McKenna took the time to get to know my work long before we started working together, which made me confident she understood my business and how to help it grow. Their team is professional, responsive, and genuinely cares about my success.
Antonia has been incredible — her skills, passion, and care for my business shine through in everything she does. I can’t recommend Gleam Connections highly enough!”
Tanya Morning Star
Cellar Muse