Stephanie Reilly

POParazzi Jewelry

In 2007, Stephanie Reilly won "High School Entrepreneur of the Year" from The Fresno Chamber of Commerce for her growing jewelry business called POParazzi. Reilly received an Official U.S. Patent for the signature bottle cap necklaces and bracelets she designs and manufactures. The jewelry is a fan favorite of A-list celebrities worldwide and can be spotted in upcoming issues of fashion magazines, including People Style.

On top of running a business, Reilly (now 20 years old) is a full-time college student and maintains a 3.8 GPA. She plans to launch a clothing line and open retail stores in the near future. Stephanie is grateful to the City of Fresno and specifically California State University, Fresno for having supported the early efforts of her business and having faith in future endeavors. She feels it is important to give back to the community and enjoys volunteering at The Poverello House and encouraging and mentoring young entrepreneurs in the Valley.

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