August 2025 Newsletter

Contributing to the Community

Leah Driver, Financial Advisor on the Axiom team, has accepted a position on the board of New Hope Services, a nonprofit in Southern Indiana. Based in Jeffersonville and serving 24 Indiana counties, New Hope has been meeting human services needs for 66 years. New Hope’s focus is in three primary program areas: ability services, family services and affordable housing. The organization serves more than 16,000 individuals and families annually. A big congratulations to Leah!

Making a Difference

Axiom’s most recent Financial Advisor, Cullen Ebert, has joined the Rotary Club of New Albany, as a way to give back to the community where he grew up. “At its core, Rotary is a service club. Whether it’s making meals for families in need or helping build a school playground, Rotary continues to make a lasting impact. I couldn’t be more excited to help them achieve their goals,” says Cullen. Before he joined, some people joked that he would bring the average age of the club down significantly and Cullen loves that idea. “It means I will be surrounded by people with a wealth of experience and wisdom. It’s a chance to learn, grow and build lasting relationships with people who care about making a difference.”

Family Business Summit

Axiom is once again a proud sponsor of the Family Business Awards & Summit, presented by the University of Louisville. The awards honor excellence in family business operations, building continuity, community and philanthropy, and continuing the rich legacy of family businesses in our area. Anne Bauer, President and CEO of Racket, a 6th generation family business, will be the keynote speaker. The event is August 20 at Angel’s Envy Bourbon Club. Tickets are available on this website.

Documents You Need When Child Turns 18

If you are a parent getting ready to send your child to college, it’s critical to remember that once a child turns 18, you can no longer make legal decisions on their behalf. Also, you will no longer have the right to access their health or educational records without their permission. In the worst case, if a tragedy occurs and the child cannot make decisions on their own, you would be barred from doing so. For some critical information on how to avoid such a situation, click here to learn about the forms you’ll need to sign.

Back-to-School Prep

Financial Advisor Leah Driver is the mother of two children: Daughter Payton is 13 years old and son Zackary is 11. Like many of you, when a new school year begins, Leah thinks of the back-to-school rituals she has created with her family. It’s a great time to touch base, evaluate what is working and create new memories. Go here to read Leah’s thoughts on this exciting time of growth, change and tradition.

KY State Fair

Held annually at the Kentucky Exposition Center, the State Fair celebrates its 121st year of showcasing Kentucky’s culture, art, agriculture, music and more. Travel the entire Commonwealth and discover everything KY has to offer without ever having to leave the room at the Pride of the Counties exhibit or explore Agland, more than an acre of agriculture exhibits. Be sure to check the Fair’s website for additional events like the annual Beer Fest, concerts and other performances. August 14-24.

Championship Horse Show

The 122nd World’s Championship Horse Show will be held August 16-23 at the Kentucky Exposition Center inside Freedom Hall. Over the course of the eight-day show, the panel will judge 236 classes, culminating with the Five-Gaited World’s Grand Champion. Go here for more information.

Louisville Ballet

Louisville Ballet returns for a ninth season to present an original dance piece by choreographer Roger Creel, inspired by Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Performances will be held August 6-10 at C. Douglas Ramey Amphitheater, 1340 South Fourth Street. Admission is FREE. For details, click here.