Stephanie Franklin

Stephanie Franklin is the founder of Fly Wines, a wine curation and distribution company that highlights boutique wines from independent and underrepresented global winemakers. Fly Wines serves Millennial and Gen Z consumers who value culture, sustainability, and wellness, offering unique direct-to-consumer and B2B experiences. With inclusivity at its core, the brand is also preparing to launch its first non-alcoholic wine collection to expand access and meet growing demand.

Oakland | CA

Founder, Fly Wines

• Mildreth Gil, Accenture

As an early-stage founder, Stephanie faced the challenge of scaling Fly Wines while staying true to its mission and balancing limited resources. Sky’s the Limit connected her with a mentor who helped sharpen the brand’s storytelling and investor messaging, while also providing encouragement and clarity in navigating the complexities of growth. With guidance from Mildreth, Stephanie developed a stronger pitch deck, identified compelling ways to communicate Fly Wines’ unique value, and positioned the business for sustainable expansion.

This mentorship experience empowered Stephanie to design a product that not only reflects Fly Wines’ commitment to culture and inclusivity but also set the stage for launching its non-alcoholic wine line. Sky’s the Limit gave her the strategic support and confidence needed to refine her vision, strengthen investor alignment, and accelerate progress toward her long-term goals.