ELECTION 2024
On November 5, Americans will go to the polls to choose our President, as well as members of the Senate, House of Representatives and numerous state offices. Leaders, authors, philosophers and many other prominent members of society have long expressed that voting is both a privilege and a duty. As Abraham Lincoln said, “The ballot is stronger than the bullet.” Susan B. Anthony reminded us, “Someone struggled for your right to vote. Use it.” And Thomas Jefferson made the wise observation that “We do not have government by the majority. We have government by the majority who participate.”
AXIOM NEWS
Bits & Pretzels
CEO Vaughan Scott started October with an amazing experience in Germany. He attended the Bits & Pretzels Conference, where 7,500 founders, investors and industry leaders gathered for three days of learning, networking and doing business. The event took place during the Oktoberfest in Munich. This year’s theme was “Kickstart Europe.” Organizers described it as “a proactive call to action to leverage our collective capabilities and ignite a spirit of of entrepreneurial solidarity across the continent.” Vaughan is pictured with his classmates from the Thunderbird MBA program: Ralf Renken (Germany—Software Industry) and Abdallah Alhazani (Saudi Arabia—CEO, NEOM-Europe).
Saving While Helping
If you pay taxes to the state of Indiana, there’s a great way to help a good cause and save money at the same time. You could quaify for a 50% credit when you donate to Habitat for Humanity. For example, a gift of $1,000 may qualify you for a $500 tax credit on your IN state income tax return. There’s a cap of $10,000 in credit allowed per year, but unused credits may be carried over for up to five years. Learn more here on how you can support your local Habitat, while putting dollars back in your pocket.
Investment Management Conference
Axiom President Mike Grau and CEO Vaughan Scott attended an enlightening and robust conference in Miami, hosted by Merchant Investment Management. Axiom partnered with Merchant back in 2021 to strive to remain among the most forward-thinking, adaptive, client-focused firms in the industry.
Eighty firms and service providers joined partners from all over the world to exchange ideas on topics impacting both clients and our industry. The breakout sessions included such topics as Democratizing Alternative Investments, Operational Excellence, and Navigating PR & Marketing in a Heightened Regulatory Environment.
One Southern Indiana (1SI) will hold its annual Once Awards (a combined celebration of the One & Ace Awards) on Thursday, November 14 at Caesars Southern Indiana. The ONE Awards, honor the top businesses andorganizations in the region, and the ACE Awards recognize top professional and community leaders. Axiom sponsors the James W. RobinsonYoung Professional of the Year Award for an outstanding candidate 40 years or younger.
NEWS YOU CAN USE
AI Benefits for Retirees
If you are a retiree and thinking of starting a new business venture, there are countless ways AI (artificial intelligence) tools can help you with managing your company’s communication, bookkeeping and other processes that will keep things running smoothly. Many tools that used to be available only to large corporations are now easy for you to access. To learn more, click here.
Social Security Increase
Social Security beneficiaries will see a 2.5% increase in their benefit payments in 2025, according to the Social Security Administration. The annual cost of living (COLA) adjustment will affect some 72.5 million people. This year, beneficiaries will get a new one-page COLA summary that will detail the new benefits and the exact date the 2025 adjustment will start. Just how much of an increase you’ll get will depend on the size of the Medicare Part B premium, which is projected to increase to about $185 a month in 2025, up from $174.70.1 Typically, Medicare Part B payments are deducted from Social Security benefits in advance.
1. medicareresources.org
NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS
Infinity Room
The Speed Museum presents artist Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Mirrored Room, on display until mid-January. The unique exhibit envelops the visitor inside a large, mirrored space with stainless steel spheres suspended from the ceiling and arranged on the floor. This presentation marks the first time a major Kusama artwork has ever been on view in KY. Tickets also include General Admission to the museum. The Infinity Room holds 3-4 people at a time, for a maximum of 90 seconds. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. More info here.
Naturalist’s Game Time
Falls of the Ohio presents a fun, creative experience with naturalist Nick Feltner. The afternoon’s activities will include a scavenger hunt and spin-the-wheel for prizes. The game’s questions will involve exhibits in the free part of the Interpretive Center. Each participant is eligible to win one prize with each activity. November 10 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Find details on the website.
An Evening With Chevy Chase
Celebrate the timeless classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, with a special 35th Anniversary screening followed by a conversation and Q&A with Chevy Chase and his wife, Jayni. Hear behind-the-scenes stories about making this beloved movie that’s become a Christmas tradition. For an extra-special experience, a limited number of VIP tickets will be available, including a personal post-show photo opportunity with Chevy Chase himself. Nov. 24 at Whitney Hall. Additional information here.
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