Company
Ripple is the brainchild of Jaye Kephart, a Denver businesswoman who began her career as a speech-language pathologist. Jaye led the speech pathology team at Denver’s Head Start program in the 1970s.
When she learned that her sister Susan had terminal cancer, Jaye brainstormed for ideas on how to create a legacy for Susan. Jaye made a box-kit of sorts, containing all the materials needed for making personal audio recordings of children’s stories, including helpful hints and reading instructions. In addition to fostering literacy, Jaye felt these recordings would ensure a deeply personal connection between Susan and her grandchildren, even when Susan was no longer “there.”
Technology has a come along way since that 1990s experiment with audio cassettes. Ripple is an easy, cost-effective way to promote literacy and strengthen important family connections. We hope it brings you and the special kids in your life many hours of joy!