Mark your calendars for May 16, 2026 — Ballin’ on Belrose is back to bring the community together for fun, fitness, and a powerful cause.

This high-energy community event brings people together for a day of fun, fitness, and meaningful impact. Whether you choose to run, walk, or simply come out to support, Ballin’ on Belrose is about more than miles — it’s about making a difference. Families, friends, local businesses, and community leaders will unite for an unforgettable day that combines movement with purpose. Join us as we rally around a powerful cause and show what can happen when a community comes together. Register today and be part of something bigger than the game.

Register Now! https://p2p.onecause.com/ballinonbelrose26

The 68 Ventures Bowl was played on Wednesday, December 17th, at Hancock Whitney Stadium, where the Fighting Blue Hens faced off against the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns. This marked the first year the Blue Hens competed in the conference and their first-ever bowl appearance. Both teams showed up ready to compete, but it was the Blue Hens who secured the victory.

The evening was filled with excitement, as more than 700 friends of 68 Ventures along with all other attendees gathered in the stadium to take in the atmosphere and energy of the game. The coin toss featured founder and chairman Nathan Cox, Luke Cox, and family friend Carson Miller. The trophy presentation was led by 68 Ventures President Adam Campbell and his daughter, Sydnie, who presented it to the head coach of the Blue Hens.Beyond the football game, both teams experienced one of Mobile’s most cherished traditions—participating in the city’s largest Mardi Gras parade. Members of the 68 Ventures team joined in the celebration, riding and throwing MoonPies to the crowd.

Community Day was another highlight of the week, leaving a lasting impact across the region. Players engaged with several local organizations, including USA Women’s & Children’s Hospital, Prodisee Pantry, and Mulherin Home, and took part in an unforgettable game of Buddy Ball at Schmidt Park in partnership with the Miracle League of West Mobile. From walk-out songs and high-fives to marching band music and nonstop encouragement, the day was filled with smiles and joy as players came alongside students to create meaningful moments.

In addition, 68 Ventures was honored to support education through the bowl game by awarding four $10,000 grants to Accel Academy, Palm Project, Pine Grove Elementary School, and Robertsdale Elementary School—further extending the impact of the week beyond the field and into the lives of the next generation.

For 68 Ventures, the Bowl represents another opportunity to live out our values and culture—to see all we can do with what we have been given, to know our “68,” and to keep punching not just for ourselves, but for those who mean so much to us and for those who are counting on us.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
68 Ventures Presents Chasing Greatness to 700 Guests in Mobile for a Powerful Day of Leadership, Authenticity, and Purpose
Speakers challenged every attendee to chase greatness beyond success — and into significance
MOBILE, Ala. — 68 Ventures presented Chasing Greatness with unstoppable momentum as 700 guests packed the room for an unforgettable day of leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. The event brought together business leaders from every industry, students, educators, entrepreneurs, and community builders — all united by one message: chase something greater than yourself.
Throughout the day, a lineup of impactful speakers delivered honest, powerful messages rooted in resilience, discipline, faith, and purpose. From personal stories of hardship to lessons earned through success, each speaker called on attendees to step up, lean in, and pursue greatness with intention.
“Chasing Greatness is about more than being inspired for a day,” said Nathan Cox, Founder & Chairman of 68 Ventures. “It’s about leaving with a new standard – and the conviction to chase what you were created for. Greatness demands something from you. And it’s worth it.”
The 2026 program featured an inspiring agenda of voices, each bringing a unique message while reinforcing a shared theme: greatness is built through courage, relationships, and relentless pursuit of what matters most. 68 Ventures was truly humbled by each speaker and their gift of time and messages that left a mark on every guest in attendance.

2026 Speakers:
Mark Fernandes – Founder & CEO, Capitalism 2.0
Will Bartholomew – Founder & CEO, D1
Brad Israel – Founder & President, Warrior 360
Erin Langley – Founder, Executive Director, Artistic Director – Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre
Billy Stimpson – Co-Founder & CEO, Bienville Capital
Sandy Stimpson – Mobile’s 108th Mayor
Brodie Croyle – CEO – Big Oak Ranch
John Wayne Walding – Founder, Gallantry Global Logistics & Live to Give
Jason Poole – President & CEO, Poolemerica Enterprises
Peter Bos – Founder & Chairman, Legendary, LLC

68 Ventures also expressed deep gratitude to the many partners who helped bring the experience to life — from media partners who amplified the mission:
Bay Business News
Business Alabama
Fox 10
WKRG
To vendors and production teams who created an environment worthy of the message being delivered:
Coastal Events and Design
Revelry Bloom
SOHO Events and Rentals
Mobile Convention Center
Gwin’s Commercial Printing
Motivation Media
Stephen Savage Photography
A special thank you is extended to the incredible volunteers from Spring Hill College, whose service, professionalism, and energy played a vital role in ensuring guests were welcomed, supported, and cared for throughout the day.

Chasing Greatness 2026 wasn’t just an event — it was a call to action. From stories of hardship to moments of breakthrough, the day challenged every person in the room to stop settling, lean into the fight, and pursue significance with everything they have. As 68 Ventures Founder & Chairman Nathan Cox shared, the goal is “to see all I can do with all that I have been given… never settling, and remaining true to who I am.”
While the message from the stage was powerful, the relationships built and strengthened in the room were just as impactful — reminding us that we don’t chase greatness alone. Attendees left with renewed purpose, meaningful connections, and a clear charge: go all in, leave nothing on the table, and Keep Punching.

Speaker Content Coming Soon
In the coming weeks, videos and key moments from the stage will be released, giving attendees and those who couldn’t be in the room the opportunity to experience the message of Chasing Greatness. To stay updated and catch every release, follow 68 Ventures on social media.

Save the Date Coming Soon: Chasing Greatness 2027
68 Ventures is proud to announce that Chasing Greatness 2027 will take place in January 2027. The exact date, additional details, speaker announcements, and registration information will be shared in the months ahead.

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About 68 Ventures
68 Ventures is the parent company for numerous operating businesses along the Gulf Coast which focus on development, investment, and construction. Headquartered in Daphne, Alabama, 68 Ventures is a purpose-driven, culturally focused organization with a strong operational track record that has resulted in it becoming the largest single-family developer in the region. 68 Ventures has deployed over a billion dollars in capital and ranks among the top 100 private home builders in the nation. For more information, visit 68ventures.com.

November 21, 2025 (Loxley, Ala.) — At the recent Baldwin County Board of Education Superintendent’s Breakfast, community leaders, educators, and elected officials gathered for a special dedication ceremony naming the Baldwin Preparatory Academy Atrium in honor of W. Allen Cox.
Members of the Cox family joined school officials and the community in celebrating Mr. Allen Cox’s humility, generosity, and lifelong commitment to putting others before self. Throughout the dedication, Mr. Cox’s unwavering belief that the blessings we receive are meant to be shared was evident—an ethic he not only champions but consistently lives.
The Cox Family Foundation donated the 70 acres of land on which Baldwin Preparatory Academy now stands—part of more than $40 million in land contributions made to Baldwin County Public Schools. Beyond these significant land gifts, the Cox family has supported a wide range of organizations across Baldwin County, from veterans’ services to food access programs, substance-abuse recovery efforts, and numerous community initiatives focused on strengthening opportunities, restoring hope, and meeting critical needs for individuals and families across the region.
Nathan Cox, son of Allen Cox, shared a heartfelt reflection on his father:
“My father’s work has not only helped shape the landscape of Baldwin County from TimberCreek to Ono Island, but his greatest legacy has been his heart. He has poured into projects, organizations, and people that lift others up and make our County such a special place to call home. Baldwin Prep is one of those places. By naming this atrium in his honor, we recognize not only a building, but the generations of students who will walk through it and benefit from opportunities made possible in part by his belief in giving back—by his example of living out ‘others before self.’”
The dedication ceremony highlighted how Mr. Cox’s generosity and philosophy of service continue to impact students and families across Baldwin County.
BCBE Superintendent Eddie Tyler shared:
“The building we are in now at Baldwin Preparatory Academy is in part because of Mr. Allen Cox. I think it is unprecedented—I don’t think you can go anywhere in the country where you can find the type of partnerships that we have formed with our stakeholders, our businesses, and our industries. This dedication is our way of saying thank you for all you have done for Baldwin Preparatory and our school system.”

About Baldwin Preparatory Academy
Baldwin Preparatory Academy represents a transformational step forward for public education in Baldwin County. The school was built to prepare students not only to graduate, but to graduate with direction—equipped with pathways in Career, College, and Choice. Through partnerships with industry, universities, and community stakeholders, Baldwin Prep gives students hands-on experiences in high-demand fields, ensuring they can compete and contribute at a high level the day they leave its halls. It stands as a model for how bold investments in public education can shape the trajectory of both individual lives and the region’s future workforce.
Learn more at: https://www.baldwinprep.com

https://1819news.com/news/item/baldwin-preparatory-academy-atrium-dedicated-in-honor-of-w-allen-cox

We are deeply grateful to the Mobile Chamber for recognizing 68 Ventures as the 2025 Innovator of the Year.

This award belongs to our entire ecosystem — our 68 Ventures team, our operating companies, and the partners who stand shoulder-to-shoulder with us every day. Nothing we build, create, or impact happens without the people who live out our values in every decision, every conversation, every challenge, and every opportunity.

Innovation at 68 Ventures isn’t a program — it’s a posture.
It looks like choosing discipline over shortcuts.
It looks like betting on one another and on ourselves.
It looks like asking what more we can do with what we’ve been given.

For this region.
For today.
For the future our kids will inherit.

We’re honored, humbled, and more committed than ever to keep raising the bar for what’s possible along the Gulf Coast.

Thank you, Mobile Chamber — and thank you to the teams and partners who make all of this possible.

Keep punching.

68 Ventures Named Mobile Chamber’s 2025 Innovator of the Year

The Foundation is Set. The Future is Now. An Update from the Cox Family Foundation and 68 Ventures:

We are honored to play a role in something truly transformative. The Cox Family Foundation is filled with gratitude to support the Nicholson Center for the Arts Revitalization Project—an inspiring effort led by Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre in partnership with the City of Daphne. With $175,000 raised and momentum building, this project is about much more than bricks and mortar. It’s about creating an extraordinary, fully equipped, and inclusive home for the performing arts. A space where voices will rise, talents will flourish, and dreams will find their stage. We believe deeply in the power of the arts to educate, inspire, and unite. This is more than a renovation—it’s a promise to the next generation of students, performers, and audiences. The Cox Family Foundation is proud to join with other incredible partners—including the Alabama State Council on the Arts, Daniel Foundation, United Bank, Swift Supply, and the City of Daphne. We’re equally proud to stand alongside 68 Ventures and Crucible Construction in bringing this shared vision to life.

To the dreamers, performers, and storytellers: This space is for you.

We can’t wait to see what you create

Mark your calendars – the 27th Annual 68 Ventures Bowl is set for Wednesday, December 17, 2025 with kickoff at 7:30 PM CT at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, AL! 
Catch all the action LIVE on ESPN as top teams from the Sun Belt, C-USA, or MAC go head-to-head in what promises to be another unforgettable showdown.

From viral plays to record-breaking performances, the 68 Ventures Bowl is more than just football — it’s a celebration of excellence, impact, and community.

Bowl Week festivities (yes, including the Mardi Gras parade!) will be revealed soon — stay tuned!

This isn’t a conference. It’s a leadership revolution. And the ones who show up? They don’t come to be celebrated—they come to be sharpened. The 4th annual Chasing Greatness lands in Mobile on January 22, 2026 at the Mobile Convention Center

On the stage: Leaders who’ve been through it. Built it. Bled for it. And still lead with humility and purpose.

In the room: Haymakers. Dreamers. Doers. People who know that greatness starts with service—not ego. Growth doesn’t happen in comfort. It happens in the hard. In the honest. In the humble.

Bet on you.

Chase Greatness. Save the date. More details to come.

Bring your team—or come solo. Just don’t sit this one out. Questions or to reserve your table or seat, contact Kim Garrett at kgarrett@68ventures.com.

Chasing Greatness 2025: Betting on Yourself and Raising the Bar

Now in its fourth year, Chasing Greatness has grown into a powerful platform — bringing together 500+ leaders across industries to learn, connect, and walk away with real tools to fuel their personal and professional growth. Created with a bold mission, Chasing Greatness pushes leaders out of their comfort zones and challenges them to bet on themselves — with fast-paced, high-impact speakers delivering insights on leadership, resilience, business strategy, risk-taking, and personal performance.

Nathan set the tone with a message of gratitude — and a challenge: “Chasing Greatness is about inspiring you to find the courage to bet on yourself. You are one decision away from everything changing.” He also reminded attendees of a core truth about success, quoting Stephen Schwarzman: “To be successful you have to put yourself in situations and places you have no right being in… through sheer will, you wear the world down, and it gives you what you want.”

This year’s lineup featured a powerhouse group of speakers, including:

• Mark Fernandes | Capitalism 2.0
• Ralph Reynolds | Living Tenaciously
• Todd Ehrlich | Evaluating Risk
• Liz Pharo | Generosity and Greatness
• Brad Israel | Leadership Across Arenas
• Coach Major Applewhite | Lessons from Athletics
• Wesley Britt | Navigating Business and Government
• Rep. Jerry Carl | Lessons from Public Service
• Jeff Salzenstein | Owning Your Zone of Excellence
• John McInnis | Building Iconic Brands

The impact:

• Built cross-industry connections among 500+ leaders
• Delivered actionable tools for leadership and growth
• Strengthened business and community relationships
• Inspired attendees to push past limits and chase their own definition of greatness

Chasing Greatness is more than an event — it’s a movement to see what’s possible when leaders bet on themselves. We’re already looking forward to raising the bar even higher next year. Save the date for the 2026 Chasing Greatness: Thursday, January 22^nd at the Mobile Convention Center