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Two Valor Finalists in D CEO’s 2023 Energy Awards

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Adam Powell and Joseph DeWoody join 30 other North Texas energy executives singled out for their contributions

FORT WORTH, TX (Aug 7, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management and oil and gas outsourcing, is pleased to announce that two of their executives have been named finalists in D CEO’s 2023 Energy Awards. The finalists at Valor include Adam Powell, the company’s chief accounting officer and Joseph DeWoody, the CEO and co-founder of Valor.

Now in its sixth year, the D CEO’s Energy Awards were created to recognize and honor outstanding individual leaders in the oil and gas, energy finance, and renewable sectors who continue to innovate and propel the industry forward. Nominations are open to industry players from East Texas to the Permian Basin, provided there is a strong North Texas tie. Both Powell and DeWoody will join the other 30 finalists at a special awards presentation in October where the winners will be announced, and all will be featured in the November issue of D CEO.

Adam Powell is a CPA with multiple years of experience in public accounting as a financial statement auditor for publicly and privately held clientele in the oil and gas, manufacturing, distribution, and healthcare industries. He serves as the head of the company’s finance department while supporting the oil and gas accounting team that manages Valor’s clients spanning 32 different U.S. states.

Joseph DeWoody is the co-founder and CEO of Fort Worth-based Valor, a professional asset services provider specializing in mineral rights and oil and gas outsourcing. Since founding the company in 2018, DeWoody has helped Valor become one of the Southwest’s leading private asset managers. DeWoody has two decades of experience in the oil and gas industry, having worked in the exploration, development, production, and investment side of the business. He’s earned several professional titles, including Certified Mineral Manager (CMM), Certified Professional Landman (CPL), and Certified Professional Lease and Title Analyst (CPLTA). Appointed to the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists by Gov. Rick Perry, DeWoody also serves as director of the National Association of Royalty Owners – Texas and has served as the Chapter Chair of YPO Fort Worth and YPO West Texas. He’s also a certified brand strategist, digital marketing professional, and has been trained in both coding and technology.

Founded in 2018, Valor has steadily grown to become one of the Southwest’s leading mineral management companies, providing targeted services such as land management, oil and gas accounting, and lease negotiation and counsel. The foundation and cornerstone of Valor’s mineral management services is mineral.tech®, a proprietary mineral management platform designed to optimize and track oil and gas assets. The company also provides oil and gas outsourcing services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer bookkeeping, oil and gas accounting, and other back-office operations. Valor is headquartered in Fort Worth and maintains a satellite office in Midland, Texas.

About Valor:
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral, and oil and gas owners. We place the client first, providing flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to maintain the security, clarity and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor is headquartered in Fort Worth and maintains a satellite office in Midland, Texas. Valor has been singled out for several prestigious awards, including the Inc. 5000 list, Best Places to Work, Tech Titans, and Most Inspiring Places to Work. Explore the benefits of partnering with Valor to manage mineral rights and outsource accounting and back-office services by visiting www.onevalor.com.

Valor Hires Director of Relentless Innovation

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Talented and experienced executive brings a process-oriented approach to innovation

FORT WORTH, TX (July 26, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas operator outsourcing, has named Liz Johnston as the company’s director of relentless innovation – a job title which directly references one of Valor’s four core values. In this new role, Johnston will improve Valor’s processes and standard operating procedures, while playing an instrumental role in the development of internal and external training programs for employees. In addition, Johnston plans to support product development, including several innovative tech-based features designed to further enhance the company’s mineral.tech® software platform.

“We’re very pleased to welcome Liz Johnston as our new director of relentless innovation,” said Hanna Howard, chief of staff at Valor. “As the job title suggests, Johnston will play an invaluable role in assessing and improving many of Valor’s standard operating procedures, as well as strengthening Valor’s workforce training programs. Her background, experience, and credentials will play a crucial role in developing innovative solutions designed to increase productivity across the board.” 

A native of Fort Worth, Johnston has enjoyed a successful career in a wide variety of diverse pursuits. These have included event planning, business development, and ownership of her own entrepreneurial fitness and retail operation. Most recently, Johnston spent nearly six years as the executive marketing director for Resource Exploration (ResourceX), a software development company specializing in priority-based budgeting resources. Johnston has also held board-level positions with the nonprofit Mother’s Milk Bank, as well as the Team Texas Rock Climbing Club. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Davidson College in North Carolina and is currently enrolled in the UT Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management, earning her Executive MBA through the school’s full-time program, which ranks second in the state of Texas. With coursework that includes financial and managerial accounting, strategic and operational management, and infotech in the analytics age, these studies will enhance Johnston’s ability to apply real-world applications and emerging technologies on Valor’s behalf. 

Founded in 2018, Valor has steadily grown to become one of the Southwest’s leading mineral management companies, providing targeted services such as land management, oil and gas accounting, and lease negotiation and counsel. The company also offers outsourcing services for oil and gas operators, partnering with companies to offer bookkeeping, oil and gas accounting, and other back-office operations. But the foundation and cornerstone of Valor’s mineral management services is mineral.tech®, a proprietary mineral management platform designed to optimize and track oil and gas assets. Valor is headquartered in Fort Worth and maintains a satellite office in Midland, Texas.

“I’m excited to join Valor, as this is an innovative company with a unique value proposition to offer individual and institutional oil and gas clients,” stated Johnston. “I hope to bring my creative and analytical problem-solving skills to bear in helping the company continue its amazing growth over the past few years.”

About Valor:
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral, and oil and gas owners. We place the client first, providing flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to maintain the security, clarity and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor is headquartered in Fort Worth and maintains a satellite office in Midland, Texas. Explore the benefits of partnering with Valor to manage mineral rights and outsource accounting and back-office services by visiting www.onevalor.com.

Valor Hires Jason Nadaskay as Chief People Officer

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Talented coach and mentor to maximize individual and organizational potential

FORT WORTH, TX (July 12, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas operator outsourcing, is proud to announce the hiring of Jason Nadaskay to serve as the company’s chief people officer. Nadaskay brings nearly two decades of teaching, coaching, and consulting experience to this newly created role within the company. At Valor, he’ll be responsible for the review, assessment, and optimization of individual employee roles, as well as the organizational structure of the company itself. Additionally, Nadaskay will oversee logistical aspects of the company’s human resources department, while managing Valor’s ample and generous benefits programs for employees.

“Thanks to the rapid growth and expansion of our employee base, the need to create a chief people officer role has become a necessity,” said Hanna Howard, chief of staff at Valor. “Jason’s enthusiasm, passion, and track record for developing the full potential of individuals and organizations will help Valor transition to the next level of success, especially as it pertains to both performance and teamwork. We’re more than excited about the anticipated impact his role will have on the company and greatly look forward to his coaching and mentoring contributions.” 

Jason received a Master’s of Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT) and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.A. in Christian Ministry from Abilene Christian University. Jason began his career in St. Louis as a counselor working with teenagers and their families to overcome a variety of obstacles. He then became an associate pastor to oversee several areas of the church. These areas included counseling, small groups, and various teaching duties. He traveled overseas on multiple trips, implementing goal-oriented training, counseling, and management programs for church congregations in both Nigeria and Ukraine.  Nadaskay parlayed his successful pastor-related experiences into a management consulting role in the private sector, where he specialized in optimizing corporate strategic planning, sales, networking, budgeting, and event planning. In his most recent career experience prior to joining Valor, he served as both an educator and coach in both the Crowley, Rutherford & Maury County (TN) School Districts. As a teacher, Nadaskay taught six subjects, including advanced economics and psychology courses, in addition to serving as a coach for both the football and track and field teams. In 2016, he earned “Teacher of the Year” honors at Crowley High School. Nadaskay is certified as an Associate Professional in Human Resources® (aPHR), is a longtime supporter of Big Brothers Big Sisters, and is a self-described avid outdoorsman.

Founded in 2018, Valor has steadily grown to become one of the Southwest’s leading mineral management companies, providing targeted solutions such as oil and gas accounting, land management, lease negotiation and counsel, joint interest billing (JIB) and revenue accounting. The company also offers outsourcing services for oil and gas operators, partnering with companies to offer bookkeeping, owner relations, and other back-office operations. But the foundation and cornerstone of Valor’s mineral management services is mineral.tech®, a proprietary mineral management platform designed to optimize and track oil and gas assets. Thanks to Valor’s business solutions and the company’s proficiency in an array of specialty asset management services, the company now manages a combined 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights on behalf of more than 100,000 interests across 32 U.S. states. Valor is headquartered in Fort Worth and maintains a satellite office in Midland, Texas.

“I’m proud to be joining a thriving organization like Valor,” stated Nadaskay. “This is a company that has grown exponentially over the past couple of years, doubling in both staff and revenue. I believe now is the perfect time for the company to institute this new chief people officer role, to manage and maintain this momentum they’ve created. I look forward to helping the organization and each one of Valor’s employees develop their roles and contributions to the fullest potential.”


About Valor:
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral, and oil and gas owners. We place the client first, providing flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to maintain the security, clarity and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor oversees 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights in 32 states. The company manages more than 100,000 interests, which generates over $240 million in annual revenue for Valor’s clients. Explore the benefits of partnering with Valor to manage mineral rights and streamline business operations by visiting www.onevalor.com.

FWBP Honors Matt Autry with Award

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Valor’s president of oil and gas named an outstanding young leader in Tarrant County

FORT WORTH, TX (June 13, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas operator outsourcing, celebrates its oil and gas division’s president, Matt Autry, as he joins the Fort Worth Business Press 40 Under 40 class of 2023. This honorable award shines a spotlight on young individuals in Fort Worth and Tarrant County whose leadership, entrepreneurship and creativity has made a difference within their respective industry. Award winners will be recognized at a ceremony hosted Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at the Fort Worth Zoo. 

“I am incredibly honored to be named a member of the Fort Worth Business Press 40 Under 40 Class of 2023. The relationships I have created with the team and clients at Valor are what inspire me to continue to drive satisfaction and excellence in all that I do,” says Matt Autry, president of the oil and gas division at Valor. “Together, we will continue to forge ahead, embracing innovation as we continue to shape the future of asset management and leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.” 

Autry possesses 18 years of oil and gas industry experience that ranges from working as a landman to owning and managing minerals. Under Autry’s leadership, Valor has both doubled in revenue and in staff, all within the company’s first five years of existence. These growth figures reflect Autry’s direct involvement in onboarding over fifty new clients, whose assets are worth $75 million in gross annual revenues. Autry’s primary goals as the president of Valor’s Oil and Gas Division are to provide value and client satisfaction for both new and existing clients, while optimizing and diversifying the company’s portfolio of oil and gas assets. Outside of the office, Autry strives to be a good steward within the local North Texas community.  He and his wife attend, participate and donate to military-based foundations such as Folds of Honor and the Shamrock Run benefiting The Adam Brown Legacy Fund. Autry also leads Valor’s team in donating over $3,000 worth of toys, clothes and other items to Upbring Foster Care in Fort Worth during the Christmas holidays. 

Since its founding in 2018, Valor has steadily grown to become one of the leading mineral management companies in Texas, providing targeted services such as oil and gas accounting, land management, and lease negotiation and counsel. They also serve as an oil and gas operator outsourcing partner, specializing in bookkeeping, oil and gas accounting, and other back-office operations. The unique cornerstone and key differentiator of Valor’s mineral management services is mineral.tech®, a proprietary mineral management platform designed to track and optimize mineral assets. Thanks to their proficiency in providing a wide variety of specialty asset management services, Valor now manages a combined 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights on behalf of more than 100,000 interests across 32 U.S. states. Valor is headquartered in Fort Worth and maintains a satellite office in Midland, Texas.

Valor adds Aaron Calhoun to Land Team

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Highly experienced land manager will focus on property ownership and asset management

FORT WORTH, TX (May 24, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas operator outsourcing, has hired Aaron Calhoun, a veteran land and mineral manager who will work in the company’s Land Department. In his new role, Calhoun will provide advisory services and land management solutions on behalf of Valor’s individual and institutional clients, ensuring that all property and associated assets are properly optimized for maximum benefit.  

“We’re very pleased to welcome Aaron Calhoun to the team,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor. “Aaron brings more than a decade of experience in land management, the majority of which was spent in West Texas. As we continue to add new individual and institutional landowning clients in this mineral-rich region, Valor is committed to meeting the needs in this increasingly important base of operations.” 

A native Texan who hails from Abilene, Aaron Calhoun maintains strong ties in the West Texas region and understands the unique concerns of proper land and asset management. His direct in-category experience includes more than a decade of land management, working for various ranch owners in this oil and mineral-rich Permian region. 

Since its founding in 2018, Valor has steadily grown to become one of the leading mineral management companies in Texas, providing targeted services such as oil and gas accounting, land management, and lease negotiation and counsel. They also serve as an operator services outsourcing partner, specializing in bookkeeping, oil and gas accounting, and other back-office operations. The cornerstone and foundation of Valor’s mineral management services is mineral.tech®, a proprietary mineral management platform designed to track and optimize oil and gas assets. Thanks to their proficiency in providing a wide variety of specialty asset management services, Valor now manages a combined 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights on behalf of more than 100,000 interests across 32 U.S. states. Valor is headquartered in Fort Worth and maintains a satellite office in Midland, Texas.

“I’m really looking forward to joining the land department team at Valor and contributing to the company’s success,” stated Calhoun. “My experience in working with various West Texas ranch owners has given me a unique perspective of their mindset and how they operate, which is key to addressing the concerns that best serve their interests.”

About Valor:
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral, and oil and gas owners. We place the client first, providing flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to maintain the security, clarity, and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor oversees 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights in 32 states. The company manages more than 100,000 interests, which generates over $240 million in annual revenue for Valor’s clients. Explore the benefits of partnering with Valor to manage mineral rights and streamline business operations by visiting www.onevalor.com.

Meredith Talley Joins Valor Team

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As Director of Oil and Gas Services, her role will focus on strategic sales outreach and new client acquisition

FORT WORTH, TX (May 11, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas operator outsourcing, is pleased to announce that Meredith Talley, has been hired as the company’s new Director of Oil and Gas Services. Talley will focus on sales outreach, new client acquisitions, and other business development initiatives. Valor’s outsourced oil and gas services include joint interest billing (JIB) and revenue accounting, division orders, maintenance of pay decks, title records, and monitoring all transactional activity.

“We’re looking forward to having Meredith Talley join our talented team,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor. “Thanks to her extensive background in the oil and gas industry, she’s eminently qualified to lead and direct the company’s strategic sales and new business acquisitions. I have no doubt she’ll play an outsized role in helping Valor meet our ambitious goals for further expansion and growth.” 

Meredith Talley graduated from TCU with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies, making her the 10th Horned Frog to join Valor’s team of 33 full-time employees. She earned her Certified Professional Landman (CPL) designation, awarded to those who have demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of mineral rights management and a proficiency in a wide range of additional landman operations. Talley comes to Valor from Quinn Resources, where she previously served as a Petroleum Landman for the family-owned boutique firm that offers turnkey services for oil and gas clientele. She’s also held similar roles while working for Double Eagle Energy, XTO Energy – an ExxonMobil subsidiary, Denbury Resources, Arrington Oil and Gas, and the famed Hunt Oil Company. Talley’s specialty is in building mutually beneficial relationships, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to individuals, with an emphasis on creating shared value. She resides in Fort Worth.

With offices in Fort Worth and Midland, Texas, Valor has become one of the Southwest’s leading and fastest-growing private asset managers, providing mineral management, oil and gas bookkeeping, and operator outsourcing and for mineral rights and oil and gas owners. Thanks to the company’s proprietary mineral.tech® software solution, an oil and gas royalty management platform, and proficiency in mineral rights specialty asset management, Valor now oversees a combined 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights on behalf of more than 100,000 interests across 32 U.S. states.  

“I’m honored to join the extremely talented team at Valor,” stated Talley. “This is a company that has rapidly established a stellar reputation in the oil and gas industry, and I look forward to helping the organization achieve its ambitious plans for further growth and expansion in the energy sector.”

About Valor:
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral, and oil and gas owners. We place the client first, providing flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to maintain the security, clarity and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor oversees 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights in 32 states. The company manages more than 100,000 interests, which generates over $240 million in annual revenue for Valor’s clients. Explore the benefits of partnering with Valor to manage mineral rights and streamline business operations by visiting www.onevalor.com.

Valor Honored As Gold Stevie® Award Winner

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21st annual awards recognize outstanding performances in the workplace 

FORT WORTH, TX (April 27, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in mineral management and oil and gas operator services, is delighted to announce the company has won a Gold Stevie® Award for Company of the Year, Financial Services in The 21st Annual American Business Awards®. The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.’s premier business awards program. All organizations operating in the U.S.A. are eligible to submit nominations – public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large and small. 

“Receiving such a prestigious award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, who work tirelessly to provide exceptional financial services and innovative solutions for our clients,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor. “It’s an incredible honor to be recognized among the best organizations in our industry and we look forward to continuing to deliver excellence in all that we do.” 

More than 3,700 nominations from organizations of all sizes, representing a wide range of industries, were submitted for consideration in a variety of award categories. In the wide-ranging evaluation of performance metrics, Valor demonstrated significant progress and achievements when compared to other nominees in the financial services sector, earning the company a Gold Stevie® Award title. More than 230 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners.

According to feedback from the panel of judges, Valor received high scores for innovation in developing a unique business model, with specialized offerings that set the company apart from traditional asset management firms. Valor was also recognized for its dedication in providing customized solutions and delivering exceptional service to its clients. This client-first approach contributed to helping the company achieve impressive growth in both size and revenue in a relatively short amount of time.

Founded in 2018, Valor has established offices in Fort Worth and Midland, Texas, and has grown to become one of the Southwest’s leading private asset managers, providing mineral management, oil and gas bookkeeping, and operator outsourcing for mineral rights and oil and gas owners. Thanks to the company’s revolutionary mineral.tech® software platform and its comprehensive mineral management services, Valor now oversees a combined 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights on behalf of more than 100,000 interests across 32 U.S. states.  

Nicknamed the Stevies for the Greek word meaning “crowned,” the awards will be presented to winners at a gala ceremony at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York on Tuesday, June 13. Tickets are now on sale. Details about The American Business Awards and the full list of 2023 Stevie winners are available at www.StevieAwards.com/ABA.    

Matt Autry, pictured with his wife, Mandi Autry, accepting the 2023 Gold Stevie® Award on behalf of Valor (photo credit: The Stevie Awards)
Matt Autry accepting the 2023 Gold Stevie® Award on behalf of Valor (photo credit: The Stevie Awards)

Valor Hires Hunter Harris as Mineral Analyst

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Will handle mineral portfolio management for individual and institutional mineral rights holders

FORT WORTH, TX (March 31, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in mineral management and oil and gas operator services, is pleased to announce Hunter Harris has joined the company’s Land Department as a Mineral Analyst. In this new role, Harris will be added support for Valor’s Land and Mineral Management Division, overseen by departmental director Jason Beck, CPL, CTFA. Utilizing Valor’s proprietary mineral.tech® software platform, this department helps clients optimize their mineral rights and provides solutions for owners of oil and gas assets, including comprehensive land and mineral rights management solutions, oil and gas accounting, digital filing, asset mapping, and division order processing.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming Hunter Harris to the land management team,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor. “He has a tremendous educational background and thorough credentials in both geology and engineering. His responsibilities will include onboarding new clients, adding and mapping tracks and units, adding leases, lease management, and maintaining close relationships with our increasing number of mineral management clients.” 

Hunter Harris recently graduated from TCU with a Bachelor of Science in Geology, where he was a research assistant in the university’s Geology Department, as well as a member of the university’s Division I football program. His addition to the Valor team marks the ninth TCU graduate to be added to the growing company. Prior to joining the organization, Harris served as a staff geologist for Bertram, Texas-based BBA Engineering, a full-service environmental consulting, hydrogeology, and engineering firm providing a broad range of services to industrial, municipal, and public clientele across Texas and surrounding states.

With offices in Fort Worth and Midland, Texas, Valor has grown to become one of the Southwest’s leading private asset managers, providing mineral management, oil and gas bookkeeping, and operator outsourcing for mineral rights, and oil and gas owners. Thanks to the company’s revolutionary mineral.tech software platform and mineral management services, Valor now oversees a combined 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights on behalf of more than 100,000 interests across 32 U.S. states.  

About Valor:
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral, and oil and gas owners. We place the client first, providing flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to maintain the security, clarity and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor oversees 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights in 32 states. The company manages more than 100,000 interests, which generates over $240 million in annual revenue for Valor’s clients. Explore the benefits of partnering with Valor to manage mineral rights and streamline business operations by visiting www.onevalor.com.

Valor a Winner for Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces™

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Companies on the 2023 list are honored for forward-thinking and people-first approach

FORT WORTH, TX (June 9, 2023) NEWS UPDATE: Congrats are in order! Valor has gone from a finalist to an award-winner, earning a spot in the prestigious 2023 Top-50 Most Inspiring Workplaces™ Awards! Hannah Jones and Ella Canfield from Valor’s Marketing Department were on hand to receive the honor during the exclusive awards ceremony held in Chicago on June 8. Valor was selected for the 44th spot of the 50 award winners, appearing beside notable Fortune 500 companies including Kroger, Verizon, Anheuser Busch, and Union Pacific. Matt Manners, founder of The Inspiring Workplaces Group, who hosts these annual awards spoke to representatives of the 50 award winners, stating that this year’s competition was “…the strongest we’ve ever seen.” The Most Inspiring Workplaces Award winners are singled out for their accomplishments in six key core areas of their business, including culture and purpose, leadership, wellbeing, inclusion and diversity, communication, and employee experience.

FORT WORTH, TX (March 23, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in mineral management and oil and gas operator services, is honored to be named a finalist in the North America Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces™ list. Two organizations initiated these awards, focused on creating a movement of change makers in the workplace, The Employee Alliance and The Employee Engagement Awards. Valor earned the status of finalist after it was determined that the company presents the fundamental cultural elements needed to create an inspiring place to work. 

“At Valor, we make it a priority to care for our team and we’re so grateful to be recognized for creating a people-first culture,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor. “The level of growth we’ve been able to achieve over the years wouldn’t be possible without the incredible employees we have on staff. We will continue to support their wellbeing and ensure we’re doing everything possible to create an engaging and inspiring place to work.” 

This prestigious award opportunity evaluated organizations across North America within several categories based on the total number of employees. An independent panel of expert judges examined how these organizations defined six core areas of their business, including culture and purpose, leadership, wellbeing, inclusion and diversity, communication, and employee experience. Special recognition awards will be granted at an awards ceremony in June to those finalists who excel in each of the aforementioned categories. Valor will be present at the ceremony to receive its finalist recognition. 

With offices in Fort Worth and Midland, Texas, Valor has grown to become one of the Southwest’s leading private asset managers, providing mineral management, oil and gas bookkeeping, and operator outsourcing for mineral rights, and oil and gas owners. Thanks to the company’s revolutionary mineral.tech® software platform and mineral management services, Valor now oversees a combined 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights on behalf of more than 100,000 interests across 32 U.S. states.  

As a company that has doubled in both revenue and staff year-over-year, Valor’s senior leadership team is constantly investing in adopting and developing new business processes to preserve the culture it’s built. Upon evaluating employer satisfaction surveys, Valor’s people strategy is highly effective. In 2022, 100% of employees agreed Valor was favorable in categories including communication, resources, individual needs and team dynamics. These categories specifically looked at satisfaction with coworkers treating one another with respect and committing to producing top quality work, as well as having access to information needed to carry out their responsibilities and having the flexibility to live a balanced lifestyle.

About Valor:
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral, and oil and gas owners. We place the client first, providing flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to maintain the security, clarity and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor oversees 10.2 million gross acres and 560,000 net royalty acres of mineral and property rights in 32 states. The company manages more than 100,000 interests, which generates over $240 million in annual revenue for Valor’s clients. Explore the benefits of partnering with Valor to manage mineral rights and streamline business operations by visiting www.onevalor.com.