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Jennifer Richinelli

Jennifer Richinelli

Launching her career with BNP Media in 1996, Jennifer Richinelli is the Editor-in-Chief of Stone World, a leading publication serving the global stone and tile industry. With a strong background in journalism and trade publishing, she oversees the magazine’s editorial direction, delivering in-depth coverage of industry trends, innovative technologies, architectural applications and breaking industry news.

Throughout her career, Jennifer has built a reputation for connecting industry professionals with valuable insights, highlighting the work of fabricators, designers, architects and other industry leaders. Known for her thoughtful editorial voice and commitment to quality content, Jennifer continues to play a vital role in shaping conversations within the stone industry while fostering a platform that celebrates craftsmanship, innovation and design excellence.

In 2010, the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER) awarded Jennifer with the International Journalism Award for her extensive coverage of the Spanish tile industry. Additionally, she was the recipient of the 2026 Coverings Champions People’s Choice Award.

email: richinellij@bnpmedia.com | office: (201) 245-5204

Articles

ARTICLES

white farmhouse-style kitchen sink with a black roll-up drying rack on a black countertop.

All You Need to Know about Soapstone

Industry soapstone specialists share their knowledge on working with the material and provide insight about its growing popularity
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
December 16, 2025

Two fabricators who supply and cut soapstone emphasized that the material is non-porous, making it ideal for countertops. 


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Building a Family Legacy

Taking the knowledge and experience of working as a fabrication shop production manager for years, Lucino Bedolla started High Rock Granite & Marble – a family run business outputting high-quality work
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
December 12, 2025

The family-run business outputs high-quality work with a lineup of state-of-the-art machinery from Donatoni.



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Overall view fabrication area at McDermott Top Shop

McDermott Top Shop: 30 Years in the Making

Found in 1995, Wisconsin-based McDermott Top Shop remains a strong family business built on core values and hard work
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
November 18, 2025

Travis McDermott was recently named president of the family-run business, while is father, Ron McDermott, remains actively involved as CEO.



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Participants of Nevada Stone Summit listening to Blake Christensen speak at Pacific Shore Stones facility in Reno, NV.

Why Mindset is Crucial to a Successful Fabrication Business

Industry members discussed a range of topics regarding their fabrication businesses at the Stone Industry Education event in Reno, NV
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
November 11, 2025

Stone World and the Natural Stone Institute teamed up with Pacific Shore Stones to offer the final 2025 Stone Industry Education event for fabricators in Reno, NV.


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Fabricators Learn, Share and Prosper at StoneBiz 2025

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
November 4, 2025

Fabricators and industry partners from different U.S. markets came together for three days in Puerto Rico to share ideas, learn from educational sessions, and network.


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Women Who Rock group photo at Marmomac 2025

An Immersion into the Italian Stone Industry

Women Who Rock spent a week in Italy touring stone production facilities, visiting Marmomac and sharing time together to discuss important topics and learn from each other
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 22, 2025

A group from Women Who Rock traveled to Italy with the intent to experience, learn and amplify.


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Fior di Pesco Quarry

Dwyer Marble & Stone: Building on 30 Years of Success

CEO and company founder Joe Dwyer shares insights into starting and growing a stone distribution business
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 9, 2025

The company has evolved through the decades by building relationships and providing quality products. 


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Quartzite wall application in living room

Industry Experts Share Emerging Quartzite Trends

Recognized for their beauty and durability, quartzites remain a popular choice for residential applications
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 6, 2025

With homeowners gravitating towards warm tones, quartzites offer the aesthetic and practical requirements desired for all types of design styles.



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Turkey Quarry

Uncovering the Rich Legacy of Turkish Stone

A week-long tour immersed U.S. architects and designers in Turkey’s heritage and its central role in global stone production
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
September 11, 2025

From visits to historical sites, quarries and stone fabrication facilities to exploring the first Afyonkarahiser Block Marble Expo, a group of American architects and designers absorbed the history, cultural and livelihood of Turkey.


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Filter Project Demonstrates Advanced Filtration Technology for Stone Fabrication

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
September 5, 2025

The Filter Project team took time to explain its dust and water filtration products to the fabricators, as well as illustrate their benefits through demonstrations.


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