The Umbrella Clause

The Umbrella Clause - Berkeley and Ripley International Berkeley and Ripley International  If you thought Artificial Intelligence is a new age technology that surfaced twenty years ago, you are wrong. If you think you know the companies that are behind Artificial Intelligence you are wrong again. Artificial Intelligence may have been dreamed about and written about in early science fiction works. But, its most successful application was developed in a college computer science lab and later made available to businesses worldwide. This ground breaking and revolutionary industry affects every aspect of human activity. Berkeley and Ripley International is not the face of Artificial Intelligence, the company does not mind letting other companies exploit their technology. Berkeley and Ripley International’s reward rest solely in the bank accounts they own throughout the globe. Berkeley and Ripley International is the brains behind what Artificial Intelligence can do. If it is m...

The Umbrella Clause Wayne S. Ripley Wayne S. Ripley Wayne S. Ripley  Wayne Scott Ripley wanted for nothing, whatever he wanted he got it, he was spoiled so much so that he never heard the word no and neither was he ever disappointed. Wayne had a love hate relationship with his father but never chose to retaliate against the decisions of his father, he would always opt to try and please his dad. Wayne’s dad considered him a mamma's boy but that did not hinder their relationship. Wayne looked forward to the days that he got to spend time with the Berkeley twins.  The Berkeley’s and Ripley’s were bonded by every social characteristic. The business may have brought them together but family is the glue that keeps them tight.  Next Post: We will get to know Berkeley and Ripley Enterprises, now known as Berkeley and Ripley International. Arthur S. Newman  is seeking individuals who would like to be the first to unlock and unravel th...

The Umbrella Clause - Leslie Ripley Leslie Ripley Leslie Ripley  Leslie Ripley did not complete college but what she lacked in degrees she made up for with street smarts. Leslie left college to start her own public relations business. When she met Warren, Leslie was a successful independent woman. Warren convinced her to sell her business stating that he would become her number one client. Leslie and Warren were alike in every way, their personalities cemented the relationship. She had lived life in the fast lane and did not mind accepting Warren’s offer to become a wife and later a mother. When she became pregnant life as she knew it came to a screeching halt. After a bout with postpartum depression she became that over protective mother, the type that smothers a child with unconditional love. Leslie’s parents lived a lifestyle just above poor. Leslie had promised herself that when she became rich she would never look back. Arthur S. Newman  is see...

The Umbrella Clause - Warren W. Ripley The Ripley's Warren W. Ripley When the Ripley’s received their invitation to gain access to The Umbrella Clause provision they felt as though they were untouchable.  Warren W. Ripley celebrates life more than anyone or anything. Warren loves his wife and his son, but he loves himself more. Warren started a thriving artificial intelligence business which catapulted him to billionaire status. He owns a thirty five percent stake of Berkeley and Ripley Enterprises now known as Berkeley and Ripley International.  Warren has always been around money, he came from money. Warren was raised by two parents who would teach him how powerful a person could be when they have money. Warrens parents entered parenthood late in life after they had achieved their goals this afforded them the luxury to expend their time with their only child. They died from old age and left everything to Warren the only surviving beneficiary. Warre...

The Umbrella Clause - Amelia and Emily Berkeley Amelia Sarah Berkeley and Emily Caroline Berkeley Amelia Sarah Berkeley and Emily Caroline Berkeley Amelia Sarah Berkeley and her sister Emily Caroline  Berkeley are identical twins that complement each other’s  personalities. Amelia was the wild dreamer always trying to  stretch the boundaries and Emily was the tamed logical thinker,  together they were balanced and believed they could conquer  anything. They were inseparable and finished each other’s  sentences. Their mother would say that God should never have  allowed them to be born as two persons. The Berkeley’s and Ripley’s were bonded by every social  characteristic. The business may have brought them together  but family is the glue that keeps them tight. In the next post I will introduce the Ripley's. Arthur S. Newman  is seeking individuals who would like to be the first to unlock and unravel the myst...

The Umbrella Clause - Caroline Amelia Berkeley Caroline Amelia Berkeley Caroline Amelia Berkeley Caroline Amelia Berkeley, the High School sweetheart of  Andrew Berkeley, instead of committing to marriage at a young age she would wait until after college to tie the proverbial knot. She excelled in the field of higher learning earning a bachelor's degree in education, later a doctorate in sociology and communications. Caroline assisted her husband and his partner with the human and educational aspect of artificial intelligence. After becoming satisfied with her accomplishments, she took on her greatest challenge, rearing children. It was Caroline’s decision to become a stay at home mom and teacher for her two daughters. Money never was the motivating thought or factor. She found enjoyment in the inner self and in true personal achievements. Her parents were not wealthy but provided a good life for h...

The Umbrella Clause - Andrew W. Berkeley The Berkeley’s Andrew W. Berkeley When the Berkeley's received their invitation to gain access to The Umbrella Clause provision it was a welcome answer to the question. How do we protect all that we have?  Andrew W. Berkeley, a family man who loves his wife and his two daughters. Andrew started a thriving artificial intelligence business which catapulted him to billionaire status. He owns a thirty five percent stake of Berkeley and Ripley Enterprises now known as Berkeley and Ripley International.  Andrew had to develop an appetite for his wealth because he came from humble beginnings, reared by an aging Uncle who lived a pauper’s lifestyle. Although Andrews Father left a trust fund for Andrew which could only be drawn on once a year, his Uncle chose to be frugal. The amount of money in the trust fund was a meager sum considering what it cost to rear a child. The bulk of it was reserved for Andrew’s college education. T...

The Umbrella Clause A Novel In the next post I will introduce you to the Berkeley's, starting with. Andrew W. Berkeley See the definition here:  Descriptions: What would you do to protect your family, your business, your wealth, your reputation? How much would you pay for the ultimate protection? When friend and business partner Warren W. Ripley, who is like a fleshly brother is accused of committing the unthinkable. Billionaire Andrew W. Berkeley and his family will decide to take matters into their own hands. As the two families lives continue to unravel and spin out of control. It is, inevitable that both families will not survive the life altering catastrophe. They will discover, money is not enough. Retribution and Revenge desires much more. However, survival will come down to how much protection can you afford? What is The Umbrella Clause? Early Artwork for commercials: Arthur S. Newman  is seeking individuals who would li...