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Valor Hires Will Allison as Senior Land Manager

Posted on September 7, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

JPMorgan Chase veteran to support mineral management/oil and gas outsourcing divisions

FORT WORTH, TX (Sep. 7, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas operator outsourcing, has announced the hiring of Will Allison, who will serve as a senior land manager across the company’s Mineral Management and Oil and Gas Outsourcing Divisions. In this job role, Allison will primarily focus on optimizing existing and new clients’ mineral assets, utilizing his robust experience with trust and estate planning, combined with Valor’s proprietary software, mineral.tech^®. He will also support and enhance the company’s oil and gas outsourcing department that provides various services to oil and gas operators and investors.

“As our client roster of mineral asset holders continues to grow, we’re committed to hiring top talent like Will Allison to shore up our land and mineral management division,” said Hanna Howard, chief operating officer at Valor. “As a senior land manager, Allison will be instrumental in helping Valor update and optimize current client portfolios, including oversight for our specialty asset holders and the onboarding of new clients through various business development initiatives.”

A native of Fort Worth, Will Allison received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from TCU, then earned his Juris Doctorate from the Texas A&M School of Law – where he was a member of the Phi Delta Phi Honor Society. Prior to joining Valor, Allison served as a vice president for JPMorgan Chase Bank’s Domestic Trust Services, which provides operational support for the fiduciary management of specialty assets, including mineral and real estate holdings. During this time, Allison had a heavy concentration and focus on software-related analytics and oversight, making him a perfect fit for Valor’s specialty asset management business model. Allison began his multi-decade career in the oil and gas industry as a senior client account manager for Holland Services, where he managed large-scale acquisition and investment due diligence, leasing, GIS mapping, and land-related research, most of which occurred in the energy-rich Permian Basin of West Texas. Allison is a member in good standing of the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL) and the Fort Worth Association of Professional Landmen (FWAPL).

Founded in 2018, Valor has undergone steady and responsible growth 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 oil and gas assets. The company also offers 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.

“I’m greatly looking forward to making contributions at Valor, which is quickly earning a reputation in Texas and beyond as a top-flight specialty asset management firm – especially for mineral rights holders,” stated Allison. “I intend to use my previous experience and background to optimize portfolios to ensure all of our mineral-related clients are receiving the best return on investment we can possibly provide.”

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 Ranked No. 1 Small Workplace

Posted on August 23, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

Annual awards program recognizes companies that prioritize employee empowerment

UPDATE: Valor has since been named to Fort Worth Inc. Magazine’s annual “Best Companies to Work for in Fort Worth” list in 2024, in addition to 2022 & 2023.

FORT WORTH, TX (Aug. 23, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management and oil and gas outsourcing, is honored to be ranked No. 1 on Fort Worth Inc. Magazine’s “Best Workplaces.” This awards program is an annual competition, created in partnership with Workforce Research Group, featuring companies with unique and admirable corporate cultures – places where employees are proud to work. This is Valor’s second year to place in the Small Employer category, leaping to the top of the list from its previous No. 12 ranking in 2022.

“As Chief Operating Officer, I couldn’t be more grateful for all our employees who not only strive to make Valor a unique workplace but also a vibrant community where excellence thrives,” said Hanna Howard. “We continue to build upon the foundation of Valor’s shared core values as we relentlessly pursue innovation and growth while maintaining a strong, supportive culture.”

Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Workplaces Awards are now in their seventh year, honoring businesses in the Fort Worth community who cultivate transparent communication, an engaging environment, and employee empowerment. Nominees participate in a two-part survey, judged independently of the magazine’s staff by a research firm known for more than 20 Best Workplace programs across North America. Organizations vying for this award are invited to submit an assessment to capture specific details on policy and practices, while feedback from employees regarding their experiences in the workplace is conducted via anonymous surveys.

In one of the more meaningful efforts to foster and maintain a strong sense of community in the workplace, Valor employees are provided with access to many local events and outings. On an annual basis, employees and their families are invited to attend the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, TCU home football games, and Texas Rangers’ MLB games – all compliments of Valor. The company also prioritizes providing employees with ample benefits, consisting of employer-sponsored health insurance, 401k program, paid holidays, generous PTO, paid maternity/paternity leave, flexible scheduling, and a wide variety of career development opportunities. As Valor continues to grow, becoming one of the top employers in Fort Worth, the company strives to add new and innovative benefits and perks each year.

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, Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For, the Technology Association for North Texas’ Tech Titans, and Most Inspiring Workplaces. Explore the benefits of partnering with Valor to manage mineral rights and outsource accounting and back-office services by visiting www.onevalor.com.

Valor Ranks No. 572 on the 2023 Inc. 5000

Posted on August 15, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

Inaugural ranking places Valor among the fastest-growing private companies in America

Update: Valor has since been named to Inc. 5000 at No. 1618 in 2024, in addition to 2023.

FORT WORTH, TX (Aug. 15, 2023) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management and oil and gas outsourcing, is honored to be ranked No. 572 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, an annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. For those featured in these prestigious rankings, a first for Valor, the list offers a data-driven snapshot of the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment – independent, entrepreneurial businesses.

“Being recognized on the 2023 Inc. 5000 list underscores Valor’s commitment to delivering on services that provide innovative solutions for the people and clients we serve,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor. “I’m grateful to the entire team, whose dedication and exceptional efforts earned us a spot on this prestigious list. We’re proud to stand among the most successful companies in America and look forward to many years of continued growth.”

The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent. Some of the best-known brands, including Facebook, Patagonia, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft and dozens of other household names, all received their first significant national recognition as honorees on the Inc. 5000 list. All combined, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

“Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “To make the Inc. 5000 – with the fast growth that requires – is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future.”

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.

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

About Inc.:

Inc. Business Media is the leading multimedia brand for entrepreneurs. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.’s award-winning work reaches more than 50 million people across a variety of channels, including events, print, digital, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The recognition that comes with inclusion on this and other prestigious Inc. lists, such as Female Founders and Power Partners, gives the founders of top businesses the opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, slated for October 31 – November 2 in San Antonio, visit http://conference.inc.com/.

Inc. 5000 Methodology:

Companies on the 2023 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2019 to 2022. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2019. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2022. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2019 is $100,000; the minimum for 2022 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places.

Two Valor Finalists in D CEO’s 2023 Energy Awards

Posted on August 7, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

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.

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

Posted on July 26, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

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.”

Valor Hires Jason Nadaskay as Chief People Officer

Posted on July 12, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

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

Posted on June 14, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

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

Posted on May 24, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

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

Posted on May 11, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

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 10^th 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

Posted on April 27, 2023November 5, 2024 by Valor

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.