Category: Awards

In its third year on the list, Valor remains a strong growth leader, joining the 2025 cohort with an average 106% growth rate.

FORT WORTH, TX (April 1, 2025) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based tech-enabled professional services company that provides oil and gas asset management and specializes in mineral management and back-office solutions, ranked No. 38 on the fifth annual Inc. Regionals: Southwest list. This is the third consecutive year Valor has appeared on this prestigious list. The list of the Southwest’s fastest-growing private companies based in Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas represents a unique compilation of the most successful companies within the region’s most dynamic economic segment – independent small businesses.  

“We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition from such a prestigious organization for the third year in a row,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO and Co-founder of Valor. “But even more than the accolade itself, we take great pride in the continued growth and success we’re seeing at Valor. It has taken years of innovation, dedication, and energy to build what we have today, and we’re proud to see those efforts pay off as we expand our impact and continue to push forward.”

The 2025 Inc. Regionals are ranked according to percentage revenue growth over two years. The companies on the list demonstrate impressive growth across all industries in the Southwest. Between 2021 and 2023, these 137 private companies had a median growth rate of 106 percent; by 2023, they’d also added 13,809 jobs and $15.9 billion to the region’s economy. 

“The honorees on this year’s Inc. Regionals list are true trailblazers driving economic growth in their respective regions, industries, and beyond. This list celebrates their achievements and tells the stories of remarkable companies that are fueling growth and adding jobs in local economies throughout the country,” said Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc.

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of Texas’ leading mineral management companies. Key service lines include oil and gas accounting, mineral management, and oil and gas consulting and outsourcing. The company’s innovative mineral management software, mineral.tech®, is a map-based, and data-rich platform that integrates accounting, land management, data analytics, and reporting. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas back-office services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accounting, regulatory compliance, and other back-office operations. 

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About Valor:

Valor is a tech-enabled professional service company that provides oil and gas asset management services dedicated to serving mineral rights owners, operators, and investors. We prioritize our clients by offering flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to ensure the security, clarity, and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor has been singled out for several prestigious awards, including the Inc. 5000 list (2023 & 2024), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023 & 2024), the Inc. Best Workplaces 2024 list, 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. 

Recognized for its commitment to a PeopleFirst culture, Valor fosters innovation, trust, and employee success

FORT WORTH, TX (March 20, 2025) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based tech-enabled professional services company that provides oil and gas asset management and specializes in mineral management and back-office solutions, is honored to be named a finalist in the North America Inspiring Workplaces™ list for the second time.  After being named a winner in 2023, Valor continues to prioritize a PeopleFirst culture, fostering trust, purpose, and belonging. Now in its 10th year, Inspiring Workplaces™ recognizes organizations that empower their employees and drive meaningful workplace innovation.

“Being named a finalist for Inspiring Workplaces is a testament to the culture we’ve built at Valor,” said Matt Autry, President of Valor. “Our team is our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering an environment where they can thrive, innovate, and make a lasting impact. This recognition reinforces our belief that when people are empowered, success follows.”

Inspiring Workplaces identifies its finalists as more than just great places to work—they are organizations that empower individuals to thrive. The organization highlights those driving real, positive change, offering hope, inspiration, and a blueprint for others seeking to build workplaces where people can be themselves and perform at their best. All companies are required to complete the same rigorous entry form, which evaluates six key elements that Inspiring Workplaces considers fundamental to fostering a PeopleFirst culture. These elements include Culture and Purpose, Leadership, Wellbeing, Inclusion, Employee Voice, and Employee Experience. The official list of the Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces in North America, along with category winners by business size and special recognition award recipients, will be announced at an exclusive event in Chicago on June 24, 2025.

“Congratulations to all our finalists for the Inspiring Workplaces Awards across North America this year! At a time when the world faces increasing challenges, seemingly on a daily basis, it has never been more important for organizations – large and small – to put their PeopleFirst,” stated Matt Manners, Founder of The Inspiring Workplaces Group.

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of Texas’ leading oil and gas asset management companies. Key service lines include oil and gas accounting, mineral management, and oil and gas consulting and outsourcing. The company’s innovative mineral management software, mineral.tech®, is a map-based and data-rich platform that integrates accounting, land management, data analytics, and reporting. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas back-office services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accounting, regulatory compliance, and other back-office operations. 

About The Inspiring Workplaces Group – Change The World

Inspiring Workplaces is headquartered in the UK and operates in North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Latin America, Asia and Australasia. Inspiring Workplaces™ believes in recognizing and helping to shape the forward-thinking organizations of the future that put their people first. By shedding light on these innovative workplaces, Inspiring Workplaces helps to encourage positive change by providing a source of inspiration and education for others who seek it.

About Valor:

Valor is a tech-enabled professional service company that provides oil and gas asset management services dedicated to serving mineral rights owners, operators, and investors. We prioritize our clients by offering flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to ensure the security, clarity, and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor has been singled out for several prestigious awards, including the Inc. 5000 list (2023 & 2024), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023 & 2024), the Inc. Best Workplaces 2024 list, 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. 

Fort Worth Chamber Recognizes DeWoody’s Exemplary Leadership and Community Contributions

FORT WORTH, TX (March 12, 2025) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based tech-enabled professional service company that provides oil and gas asset management and specializes in mineral management and back-office solutions, is proud to announce that its CEO and Co-Founder, Joseph DeWoody, has been honored with the 2025 Susan Halsey Executive Leadership Award. This prestigious accolade, presented by the Fort Worth Chamber, recognizes presidents, principals, or chief executive officers who demonstrate outstanding leadership excellence in the Fort Worth metropolitan area.

“I am deeply honored to receive the Susan Halsey Executive Leadership Award,” stated DeWoody. “I am grateful to the Fort Worth Chamber for this recognition and to the exceptional individuals at Valor and our clients, who have made leading this company a privilege. Our journey in Fort Worth has been marked by collaboration and community engagement, and I am excited about the future we are building together.”

Established in 2016 in memory of Susan Halsey—a distinguished Fort Worth attorney, business leader, and former Chair of the Fort Worth Chamber—the Susan Halsey Executive Leadership Award recognizes individuals who devote time and energy to strengthen and transform their organizations. Recipients are celebrated for their insight, discernment, and ability to lead and inspire, guiding their organizations to new levels of growth, achievement, or recognition. The award was formally presented to DeWoody at the Fort Worth Chamber’s 143rd Annual Meeting on March 11, 2025.

DeWoody’s leadership excellence is evident through his innovative approach to energy technology and asset management. In 2018, he founded Valor, a specialty asset management services provider, where he pioneered the development of its mineral management software, mineral.tech®. This innovation integrates land and accounting, offering clients enhanced security, clarity, and revenue optimization. Under DeWoody’s leadership, Valor has been recognized on both the Inc. 5000 and Inc. Regionals: Southwest lists for the past two consecutive years, reflecting the company’s sustained growth and industry impact.

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of Texas’ leading mineral management companies. Key service lines of the company include oil and gas accounting, mineral management, and oil and gas consulting and outsourcing. The company’s innovative mineral management software, mineral.tech®, is a map-based and data-rich platform that integrates accounting, land management, data analytics, and reporting. The software allows clients to have a complete view of their asset portfolio and digitally organize all associated critical documents (leases, deed conveyances, revenue statements, JIBs, tax forms, etc.). In addition to streamlining asset management, mineral.tech® enhances transparency and efficiency, providing clients with clearer insights into their assets and better control over their portfolios. Valor provides full mineral management solutions and mineral management software access and support to individuals, family offices, banks, trust and wealth advisors, foundations, and universities. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas back-office services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accounting, regulatory compliance, and other back-office operations. With a commitment to innovation and client success, Valor continues to expand its services to meet the evolving needs of the energy sector.

About Valor:

Valor is a tech-enabled professional service company that provides oil and gas asset management services dedicated to serving mineral rights owners, operators, and investors. We prioritize our clients by offering flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to ensure the security, clarity, and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor has been singled out for several prestigious awards, including the Inc. 5000 list (2023 & 2024), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023 & 2024), the Inc. Best Workplaces 2024 list, 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 Debuts on the Best Places to Work in Texas List, Earning the #1 Ranking in the Medium Employer Category

FORT WORTH, TX (Feb. 27, 2025) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based oil and gas asset management provider specializing in mineral management and back-office solutions,  is honored to be ranked #1 in the Medium Employer Category (26-99 employees) of the Best Places to Work in Texas list for 2024, an award presented by Best Companies Group. This recognition highlights Valor’s commitment to fostering a workplace culture built on collaboration, innovation, and employee satisfaction.

“We’re grateful to be recognized on the Best Places to Work in Texas list and honored to be ranked #1 in the Medium Employer Category,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO and Co-founder of Valor. “It’s always great to be acknowledged, especially at the state level where we live and where so many of our clients are based.”

This recognition is based on direct feedback from employees. As part of the selection process, employees were surveyed about their experience at Valor, providing insight into the company’s workplace culture. The Best Places to Work in Texas program evaluates companies based on workplace policies, practices, and employee feedback to identify organizations that prioritize employee satisfaction and professional growth. 

As a rapidly growing company that continues to expand its team year over year, Valor is dedicated to implementing best practices that align with its culture and core values. The company continuously refines its processes, invests in employee development, and fosters a collaborative work environment, leading to both local and national accolades. Valor has been recognized on the Inspiring Workplaces North American and Global lists, Dallas Business Journal’s Best Places to Work, Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For, and Inc. Best Workplaces. 

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of Texas’ leading mineral management companies. Key service lines of the company include oil and gas accounting, mineral management, and oil and gas consulting and outsourcing. The company’s innovative mineral management software, mineral.tech®, is a map-based and data-rich platform that integrates accounting, land management, data analytics, and reporting. The software allows clients to have a complete view of their asset portfolio and digitally organize all associated critical documents (leases, deed conveyances, revenue statements, JIBs, tax forms, etc.). In addition to streamlining asset management, mineral.tech® enhances transparency and efficiency, providing clients with clearer insights into their assets and better control over their portfolios. Valor provides full mineral management solutions and mineral management software access and support to individuals, family offices, banks, trust and wealth advisors, foundations, and universities. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas back-office services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accounting, regulatory compliance, and other back-office operations. With a commitment to innovation and client success, Valor continues to expand its services to meet the evolving needs of the energy sector.

About Valor:

Valor, based in Fort Worth, is a tech-enabled professional service company that provides oil and gas asset management services dedicated to serving mineral rights owners, operators, and investors. We prioritize our clients by offering flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to ensure the security, clarity, and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor has been singled out for several prestigious awards, including the Inc. 5000 list (2023 & 2024), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023 & 2024), the Inc. Best Workplaces 2024 list, 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 Named Best Place for Working Parents® for Fourth Year in a Row

FORT WORTH, TX (Jan. 16, 2025) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based oil and gas asset management provider, specializing in mineral management and back-office solutions, is thrilled to announce that it has been designated as a Best Places for Working Parents®, marking the fourth consecutive year to earn this prestigious honor. This achievement highlights Valor’s steadfast commitment to fostering a workplace culture that supports and empowers working parents.

The Best Place for Working Parents® designation is awarded to organizations that prioritize family-friendly practices, such as offering flexible schedules, parental leave, and childcare support. These initiatives help employees successfully balance their professional and personal lives, a core value at Valor.

This achievement aligns with Valor’s organizational philosophy of promoting a culture where employees can thrive both professionally and personally. By consistently earning this recognition, Valor underscores its leadership in championing workplace practices that enhance employee satisfaction and productivity. Valor is proud to provide their employees with extensive benefits, including employer-paid health, vision and dental insurance, maternity and paternity leave, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and ife insurance policies, 401k with employer match, generous PTO, entertainment opportunities, and career development.

About Valor: Valor, based in Fort Worth, is an oil and gas asset management services provider dedicated to serving mineral rights owners, operators, and investors. We prioritize our clients by offering flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to ensure the security, clarity, and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor has been singled out for several prestigious awards, including the Inc. 5000 list (2023 & 2024), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023 & 2024), the Inc. Best Workplaces 2024 list, 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.

About Best Place for Working Parents®:
To learn more about the award and its criteria, visit the Best Place for Working Parents® website.

Valor’s President Matt Autry Named 2024 Inspiring Leader by Inspiring Workplaces Group

FORT WORTH, TX (Jan. 8, 2025) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based oil and gas asset management provider, specializing in mineral management and back-office solutions, is proud to announce that Matt Autry, President of Valor, has been recognized as an Inspiring Leader by The Inspiring Workplaces Group in the Senior Leadership category. This prestigious accolade highlights Autry’s outstanding leadership within the oil and gas industry and his significant contributions to Valor since joining at its inception.

“I’m incredibly honored to receive the Inspiring Leaders award,” stated Matt Autry, Valor’s President. “Leading such a fantastic team makes coming to work every day feel rewarding. I’m thankful for the opportunity to guide so many talented individuals toward our company goals.”

Autry, an industry veteran with nearly two decades of experience, specializes in comprehensive land management, mineral management, and operator outsourcing. Since becoming President of Valor in 2022, Autry has been instrumental in optimizing Valor’s operations and its proprietary mineral management software, mineral.tech®, greatly enhancing both its efficiency and customized features. Under his leadership, Valor has seen significant growth, with Autry overseeing and leading the land and oil and gas accounting departments.

The Inspiring Workplaces Group annually recognizes outstanding leaders who significantly impact their organizations and their people. The Inspiring Leaders awards celebrate individuals who embody PeopleFirst traits: courage, humanity, effective communication, and the ability to unleash potential. 

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of Texas’s leading mineral management companies. Key service lines of the company include oil and gas accounting, mineral management, and oil and gas consulting and outsourcing. The company’s innovative mineral management software, mineral.tech®, is a map-based and data-rich platform that integrates accounting, land management, data analytics, and reporting. The software allows clients to have a complete view of their asset portfolio and digitally organize all associated critical documents. Valor provides full mineral management solutions and mineral management software access and support to individuals, family offices, banks, trust and wealth advisors, foundations, and universities. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas back-office services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accounting, regulatory compliance, and other back-office operations.

About Valor: Valor, based in Fort Worth, is an oil and gas asset management services provider dedicated to serving mineral rights owners, operators, and investors. We prioritize our clients by offering flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to ensure the security, clarity, and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor has been singled out for several prestigious awards, including the Inc. 5000 list (2023 & 2024), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023 & 2024), the Inc. Best Workplaces 2024 list, 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.

22nd annual awards program honors companies across Dallas-Fort Worth 

FORT WORTH, TX (Dec. 4, 2024) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based oil and gas asset management provider, specializing in mineral management and back-office solutions, has been selected for the Dallas Business Journal’s (DBJ) 2024 Best Places to Work award. The annual list recognized the top 103 companies in the region for going above and beyond in creating an enjoyable workplace and culture for their employees. This is Valor’s second time being named to this list, coming in at No. 24 this year.

“We are incredibly honored to be named to the Dallas Business Journal’s Best Places to Work list for the second year in a row,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO and Co-Founder of Valor. “It feels great to continue creating an enjoyable workplace environment and culture for our employees and to see them share this sentiment. Their feedback and enthusiasm drive us to keep building a company where everyone feels valued and supported.”

For 22 years, the Dallas Business Journal has celebrated the top workplaces in the Dallas-Fort Worth area through its Best Places to Work awards. This prestigious program recognizes companies that excel in fostering strong team dynamics, building trust in leadership, and enhancing communication within the organization. Rankings are based on employee feedback collected by Quantum Workplace, with only the highest-scoring companies honored each year. 

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of Texas’s leading mineral management companies. Key service lines of the company include oil and gas accounting, mineral management and oil and gas consulting and outsourcing. The company’s innovative mineral management software, mineral.tech®, is a map-based and data-rich platform that integrates accounting, land management, data analytics, and reporting. The software allows clients to have a complete view of their asset portfolio and digitally organize all associated critical documents (leases, deed conveyances, revenue statements, JIBs, tax forms, etc.). Valor provides full mineral management solutions and mineral management software access and support to individuals, family offices, banks, trust and wealth advisors, foundations, and universities. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas back-office services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accounting, regulatory compliance, and other back-office operations.

About Valor:

Valor, based in Fort Worth, is an oil and gas asset management services provider dedicated to serving mineral rights owners, operators, and investors. We prioritize our clients by offering flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to ensure the security, clarity, and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor has been singled out for several prestigious awards, including the Inc. 5000 list (2023 & 2024), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023 & 2024), the Inc. Best Workplaces 2024 list, 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 secures Gold and Silver 2024 TITAN Business Awards, recognizing excellence in the oil and gas sector and workplace environment.

FORT WORTH, TX (Nov. 26, 2024) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based oil and gas asset management provider, specializing in mineral management and back-office solutions, has achieved recognition from TITAN Business Awards, securing a Gold award in the “Company & Organization – Oil & Gas” category and a Silver award in the “Company & Organization – Best Workplace of the Year” category. This marks Valor’s first time receiving accolades from the TITAN Business Awards, highlighting the company’s commitment to excellence in the industry and its dedication to fostering a superior workplace environment.

“We are thrilled to receive these TITAN Business Awards, which reflect our team’s relentless pursuit of excellence in both our sector and our company culture,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO and Co-Founder of Valor. “Winning Gold for our work in the oil and gas industry and Silver for our workplace environment is a powerful affirmation of our dual focus on being industry leaders and great employers.”

The TITAN Business Awards recognize organizations worldwide for their superior performance and achievements. Valor’s wins highlight its innovative approaches in managing mineral rights and back-office operations, along with its commitment to creating a supportive and dynamic work environment that values each team member’s contribution. The TITAN Business Awards evaluate submissions based on criteria including originality, business acumen, business expertise, impressions, delivery of submission, and company culture, if applicable. Each entry is assessed independently without comparison to others in the same category, ensuring a fair and unbiased review process. The judges, who are senior-level executives, business professionals, and acclaimed entrepreneurs, assess entries on a scale of 1-100 points across the specified criteria.

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of Texas’s leading mineral management companies. Key service lines of the company include oil and gas accounting, mineral management and oil and gas consulting and outsourcing. The company’s innovative mineral management software, mineral.tech®, is a map-based and data-rich platform that integrates accounting, land management, data analytics, and reporting. The software allows clients to have a complete view of their asset portfolio and digitally organize all associated critical documents (leases, deed conveyances, revenue statements, JIBs, tax forms, etc.). Valor provides full mineral management solutions and mineral management software access and support to individuals, family offices, banks, trust and wealth advisors, foundations, and universities. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas back-office services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accounting, regulatory compliance, and other back-office operations. 

About Valor:

Valor, based in Fort Worth, is an oil and gas asset management services provider dedicated to serving mineral rights owners, operators, and investors. We prioritize our clients by offering flexible solutions and leveraging our team of experts to ensure the security, clarity, and optimization of privately owned assets. Valor has been singled out for several prestigious awards, including the Inc. 5000 list (2023 & 2024), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023 & 2024), the Inc. Best Workplaces 2024 list, 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.