Valor Named to Fortune Best Workplaces List

Fortune Media and Great Place To Work Name Valor to 2024 Fortune Best Small Workplaces

FORT WORTH, TX (Sept. 5, 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 2024 Fortune Best Small Workplaces™ List. This is Valor’s first time being named to this national list, coming in at No. 78. Earning a spot honors Valor as one of the best small companies (10-99 U.S. employees) to work for in the country.

“We are incredibly honored to be recognized by Fortune as one of the best companies to work for in the country. To learn that 1.3 million responses were received from companies nationwide and that Valor rose to the top, is truly remarkable,” said Joseph DeWoody CEO and Co-Founder of Valor. “Being chosen from such a large pool of companies is a testament to our team’s unique culture and the pride we all take in our work.”

Great Place To Work selected the Fortune Best Small Workplaces List by surveying companies employing 8.2 million people in the U.S., with 1.3 million confidential responses received. Of those, more than 31,000 responses were received from employees at companies eligible for the Best Small Workplaces list and the ranking is based on that feedback. Company scores are derived from 60 employee experience questions within the Great Place To Work Trust Index™ Survey.  Honorees were selected based on their ability to offer positive outcomes for employees regardless of job role, race, gender, sexual orientation, work status or other demographic identifier.

“Some of the strongest work cultures we measure every year come from companies with relatively small headcounts,” says Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work. “Companies that make this highly competitive list offer the care and support found at companies 10 times their size.”

Valor prioritizes providing their employees with many benefits, including 100% of health insurance premiums paid for all employees, paid maternity and paternity leave, employer-sponsored Life/AD&D, 401k retirement plan, paid holidays and generous PTO. Benefits such as these have been largely impactful in Valor being named to several award lists in 2024, including Best Place for Working Parents®, Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For, Inc. 5000, Inc. Regionals Southwest, The Best and Brightest Programs Best and Brightest in the Nation, Inc. Best Workplaces and Great Place To Work and Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Texas. 

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 is an oil and gas asset management services provider that serves mineral rights owners and oil and gas operators and investors. 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 (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 Great Place To Work

As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place To Work brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help every place become a great place to work for all. Its proprietary platform and For All™ Model help companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified or receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces™ List. 

About Fortune

Fortune upholds a legacy of award-winning writing and trusted reporting for executives who want to make business better. Independently owned, with a global perspective and digital agility, Fortune tells the stories of a new generation of innovators, builders, and risk takers. Online and in print, Fortune measures corporate performance through rigorous benchmarks, and holds companies accountable. Fortune creates communities by convening true thought leaders and iconoclasts — those who shape industry, commerce, and society — through powerful and prestigious lists, events, and conferences, such as the iconic Fortune 500, the CEO Initiative and Most Powerful Women. For more information, visit fortune.com.

Valor Ranks on Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Workplaces List

Valor Earns Spot on Local Best Companies to Work For List for Third Consecutive Year

FORT WORTH, TX (Aug. 22, 2024) Valor, a Fort Worth-based oil and gas asset management provider, specializing in mineral management and back-office solutions, ranked on Fort Worth Inc.’s 2024 Best Companies to Work For list for the third year in a row. The 2024 list ranked 45 companies in the small (15-49 employees), medium (50-249 employees) and large (250+ employees) categories. Valor ranked sixteenth in the small company category. The honorary awards luncheon was held at River Ranch Stockyards on Thursday, Aug. 15. Over 350 attendees from companies across the Greater Fort Worth area gathered for this highly-anticipated event to celebrate.

“We are incredibly honored to have made this prestigious list for the third year in a row. Being recognized in the city we proudly call home is truly gratifying, but it’s also incredibly rewarding to know that our employees continue to feel satisfied and happy year after year,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO and Co-Founder of Valor. “We remain committed to fostering a healthy culture and creating a great work environment, which not only empowers our team to deliver exceptional work to our clients but also supports our ongoing growth.”

The award program is organized and evaluated by Workforce Research Group, an independent organization that assesses companies across Fort Worth to determine which ones offer the best work environments based on employee feedback and other assessment criteria. Participating companies consent to have their employees surveyed anonymously to get a true pulse on employees’ input and feelings towards their employer. The results are then ranked, taking into account additional factors such as employee benefits, company culture, vacation policies, wellness programs, diversity initiatives, enjoyable activities and company perks. 

Valor prioritizes providing their employees with many benefits, including 100% of health insurance premiums paid for all employees, paid maternity and paternity leave, employer-sponsored Life/AD&D, 401k retirement plan, paid holidays and generous PTO. The company also offers employer-sponsored career development opportunities for employees seeking relevant certifications and licensing to enhance their knowledge and expertise. Valor also encourages employees to take time to recharge and connect with fellow employees through perks such as paid company outings and complimentary entertainment tickets along with parking passes for family and friends. Valor continues to strive to be the best company in Fort Worth to its employees and create an environment that is constantly evolving and improving its culture. 

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of the leading oil and gas outsourcing companies in the Southwest. Key service lines of the oil and gas asset management 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 services 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 is an oil and gas asset management services provider that serves mineral rights owners and oil and gas operators and investors. 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 (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.

Jason Nadaskay, Valor’s Chief People Officer
Valor team accepting their award on Thursday, Aug. 15
Valor Team Accepting Best Company To Work For Award

Valor Ranks on the 2024 Inc. 5000 

For the Second Time, Valor Makes the Inc. 5000, at No. 1618 in 2024

FORT WORTH, TX (August 13, 2024) — Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas outsourcing, has been named to the 2024 Inc. 5000 list. The annual list features the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Under Armour, Timberland, Oracle, Patagonia, and many other household-name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000. 

“We are honored to be named to the 2024 Inc. 5000 list for the second year in a row. I’m immensely proud of our team’s hard work and their unwavering commitment to providing innovative solutions for our clients and community. We look forward to many more years of growth and success for Valor,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO and Co-founder of Valor

The Inc. 5000 class of 2024 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. This year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 874,458 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

“One of the greatest joys of my job is going through the Inc. 5000 list,” says Mike Hofman, who recently joined Inc. as editor-in-chief. “To see all of the intriguing and surprising ways that companies are transforming sectors, from health care and AI to apparel and pet food, is fascinating for me as a journalist and storyteller. Congratulations to this year’s honorees, as well, for growing their businesses fast despite the economic disruption we all faced over the past three years, from supply chain woes to inflation to changes in the workforce.” 

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of the leading oil and gas outsourcing companies in the Southwest. Key service lines of the specialty asset management company include oil and gas accounting, mineral rights 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 outsourcing 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 is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral rights, and oil and gas owners and investors. 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 (ranked No. 572 in 2023), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022 and 2023), 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 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 achieves a monthly brand footprint of more than 40 million across a variety of channels, including events, print, digital, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since its launch as the Inc. 100 in 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. 

Valor CEO Finalist in D CEO Energy Awards

FORT WORTH, TX (Aug. 8, 2024) – Valor, a Fort Worth-based oil and gas asset management provider, specializing in mineral management and back-office services, is excited to announce their CEO and Co-Founder, Joseph DeWoody, has been named a finalist in the D CEO’s 2024 Energy Awards. Joseph has been named a finalist in the Excellence in Technology & Innovation category. Joseph was also named the Energy Services and Technology Executive of the Year winner of the year in 2021 by D CEO.

Now in its seventh 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. DeWoody will join the other finalists at a special awards presentation in November where the winners will be announced, and all will be featured in the November issue of D CEO.

Joseph DeWoody is the Co-Founder and CEO of Fort Worth-based Valor, an oil and gas asset management provider specializing in mineral rights and oil and gas outsourcing. 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. DeWoody’s achievements extend to numerous certifications including National Association of Lease and Title Analysts “Certified Professional Lease and Title Analyst”,  American Association of Professional Landmen “Certified Professional Landman” and National Association of Royalty Owners “Certified Mineral Manager”. Outside of oil and gas specific training, DeWoody is a certified brand strategist, digital marketing professional, and has training in coding and technology. DeWoody is an active member of YPO, where he has served as Chapter Chair of YPO Fort Worth, as well as on the boards of the Western US Region, and YPO Wild West and YPO West Texas, where he was a founding member of both chapters. 

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of the leading oil and gas outsourcing companies in the Southwest. Key service lines of the oil and gas asset management company include oil and gas accountingmineral 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 services 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 accountingregulatory compliance and other back-office operations. 

About Valor:

Valor is an oil and gas asset management services provider that serves mineral rights owners and oil and gas operators and investors. 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 (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 Ranks on 2024 Best and Brightest in the Nation

Company Earns Dual Recognition: Honored Locally in DFW Before Gaining National Acclaim

FORT WORTH, TX (August 1, 2024) — Valor, a Fort Worth-base specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas outsourcing, has been named to the 2024 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation list. The National Association for Business Resources (NABR) shares that this award is reserved for companies that demonstrate exceptional business acumen and human resource practices. Given their selective ten-to-one ratio of the award program, they recognize companies that stand out for their effective employee engagement strategies.

The winning companies were assessed by an independent research firm, which reviewed several key measures relative to other nationally recognized winners. The categories applicants were scored on include compensation, benefits and employee solutions, creative wellness and wellbeing solutions, employee enrichment, engagement and retention, employee education and development, recruitment and selection, employee achievement and recognition, communication and shared vision, diversity, equity and inclusion, work-life blend, community initiatives and corporate responsibility, and leadership, strategy and company performance.

“We are thrilled to be named to the 2024 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation list,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor. “At Valor, we continually prioritize maintaining a strong and healthy culture, always focusing on our employees. We know that by supporting our team, we ensure the best possible work output and outcomes for our clients.”

Valor recognizes that retaining a strong workforce requires continually optimizing the employee experience both in and out of the office. To achieve this, Valor has prioritized offering an extensive list of benefits to its employees. These benefits include 100% of health insurance premiums paid for all employees, paid maternity and paternity leave, employer-sponsored Life/AD&D, 401k retirement plan, paid holidays, generous PTO, and employer-sponsored career development.

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of the leading oil and gas outsourcing companies in the Southwest. Key service lines of the specialty asset management company include oil and gas accounting, mineral rights 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 services 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 outsourcing 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 is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral rights, and oil and gas owners and investors. 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 (ranked No. 572 in 2023), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022 and 2023), 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 the National Association for Business Resources’ Best and Brightest Programs

The National Association for Business Resources offers an array of recognition programs that celebrate excellence in various aspects of business, including workplace culture, wellness initiatives, and leadership. These programs include the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Best and Brightest in Wellness, Best and Brightest CEOs and Leadership Teams which are presented in several markets that include Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Milwaukee, Nashville, New England, New York, Northern California, Pacific Northwest, Southern California, South Florida, West Michigan and Nationally.

Valor Ranks on Inc. Best Workplaces 2024

Inc. Named 543 Companies Across the Nation to Best Workplaces 2024 List

FORT WORTH, TX (July 11, 2024) — Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas outsourcing, is excited to announce Valor has been named to Inc.’s annual Best Workplaces list. The list is the result of a comprehensive measurement of American companies that have excelled in creating exceptional workplaces and company cultures, whether operating in a physical or a virtual facility. 

After collecting data from thousands of submissions, Inc. selected 543 honorees this year. Each company that was nominated took part in an employee survey, conducted by Quantum Workplace, which included topics such as management effectiveness, perks, fostering employee growth, and overall company culture. The organization’s benefits were also audited to determine overall score and ranking.

“It’s truly a milestone for Valor to be included on the Inc. 2024 Best Workplaces list,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor. “While local accolades have always been a source of great pride and encouragement, being acknowledged on a national stage is an extraordinary achievement that underscores the exceptional commitment and culture within our team.”

Valor prioritizes providing their employees with many benefits, including 100% of health insurance premiums paid for all employees, paid maternity and paternity leave, employer-sponsored Life/AD&D, 401k retirement plan, paid holidays, generous PTO, and employer-sponsored career development. Valor also encourages employees to take time to recharge and connect with fellow employees through perks such as paid company outings and complimentary entertainment tickets along with parking passes for family and friends.

“Each year, Inc.’s Best Workplaces program recognizes the very best in terms of companies that have fostered a truly amazing culture,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Mike Hofman. “We use hard metrics and data as well as qualitative measures for judging in order to find the very best—and we’re proud that the program is highly selective.”

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of the leading oil and gas outsourcing companies in the Southwest. Key service lines of the specialty asset management company include oil and gas accountingmineral rights management, and oil and gas consulting and outsourcing. The company’s innovative mineral management software, mineral.tech®, clarifies, tracks, and optimizes oil and gas assets for both individual and institutional clients. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas outsourcing services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accountingregulatory compliance, and other back-office operations.  

About Valor:
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral rights, and oil and gas owners and investors. 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 (ranked No. 572 in 2023), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022 and 2023), the Dallas Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work,” 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 to Fortune Best Workplaces in Texas™

Fortune Media and Great Place To Work Name Valor to 2024 Fortune Best Workplaces in Texas

FORT WORTH, TX (June 20, 2024) —  Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas outsourcing, is excited to announce they have been named one of this year’s Best Workplaces in Texas by Great Place To Work and Fortune magazine. This is Valor’s first time being named to this prestigious list, coming in at No. 46 for small and medium-sized businesses. To be named a finalist, Valor surpassed rigorous benchmarks and established itself as one of the best workplaces among companies headquartered in Texas.

To determine the Fortune Best Workplaces in Texas™ List, Great Place To Work surveyed nearly 95,000 employees at eligible companies. Employees shared honest feedback about their experiences by responding to 60 statements about the employee experience and answering two open-ended questions.

“We are honored to have received this award and to be listed among such amazing companies in Texas,” said Matt Autry, President of Valor. “We are proud to call Texas home and are so grateful for our employees who consistently provide honest and open feedback, continuing to make Valor a great place to work. This recognition is a testament to their hard work and dedication.”

The Best Workplaces in Texas list is highly competitive. Survey responses reflect a comprehensive picture of the workplace experience. Honorees were selected based on their ability to offer positive outcomes for employees regardless of job role, race, gender, sexual orientation, work status, or other demographic identifier.

To be eligible for the list, companies must be Great Place To Work Certified™, have at least 10 U.S. employees, and be headquartered in Texas.

“Congratulations to the Best Workplaces in Texas,” says Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work®. “These companies are determined to create the best work environment for their people, and in return, they are seeing stronger performance, faster innovation, and healthier growth.”

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Valor has earned a reputation as one of the leading oil and gas outsourcing companies in the Southwest since its founding in 2018. Key service lines of the specialty asset management company include oil and gas accounting, mineral rights management, and oil and gas consulting and outsourcing. The centerpiece of Valor’s mineral management success is the company’s innovative mineral management software mineral.tech®, a proprietary solution that maps, visualizes and reports on oil and gas assets for both individual and institutional clients. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas outsourcing 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 is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral rights, and oil and gas owners and investors. 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 (ranked No. 572 in 2023), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022 and 2023), the Dallas Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work,” 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.

Joseph DeWoody Joins Fort Worth Inc.’s Top 400 List

Valor’s CEO and Co-Founder Recognized on Fort Worth Inc.’s 2024 400 Most Influential People List

FORT WORTH, TX (June 5, 2023)Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management and oil and gas outsourcing, is excited to share that Joseph DeWoody, Valor’s CEO and Co-Founder, made the Fort Worth Inc. The 400 Most Influential People List of 2024. This prestigious award highlights the contributions of individuals in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, whose influence and involvement have made positive impacts on their industry and community. 

“I am honored to be recognized by Fort Worth Inc., and to be included among such influential and impactful people on the 400 Most Influential People list of 2024,” says Joseph DeWoody. “While I am grateful for the opportunity to lead Valor and witness the success we’ve achieved over the years, I feel equally privileged to engage with so many outstanding organizations and individuals beyond the office, here in Fort Worth—the city where I was born and raised.”

The Fort Worth Inc. 400 Most Influential People list was inaugurated in 2018 and has been published annually ever since, continually celebrating the city’s leaders who shape the community. According to Fort Worth Inc., “We define potential members of this list as people in Tarrant County who wield significant influence in industry, philanthropy, nonprofits, government and public policy, economic development, professional services, education, civic affairs, arts, religion, sports, and media, or within their own spheres.” 

About Joseph DeWoody
With over two decades of oil and gas experience, DeWoody has worked in nearly every facet of the industry – including exploration, development, production, and investments. He’s earned several professional titles, including Certified Mineral Manager (CMM), Certified Professional Landman (CPL), and Certified Professional Lease and Title Analyst (CPLTA), as well as a lifelong membership of Mensa International. DeWoody received his BBA and MBA from Baylor University, where he was a Division I football player. His past and present organizational involvement includes the Fort Worth Syndicate Stock Show, Southwest Christian School, Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic, UNT Health Science Center, Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Salvation Army of North Texas, and the Botanical Research Institute of Texas. In 2018 he co-founded Valor, an energy-focused oil and gas accounting firm with a one-of-a-kind proprietary mineral management software, mineral.tech®, to fill a niche that was not being served in the fullest capacity by any other market participant. Over the years, DeWoody has earned recognition in Oil and Gas Investor Magazine’s “Top 20 Under 40 Awards”, was the 2022 recipient of D CEO Magazine’s Energy Services and Technology Executive of the Year, and was named to Inspiring Workplaces™ 2023 Inspiring Leaders – CEO category.

About Valor:

Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral rights, and oil and gas owners and investors. 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 (ranked No. 572 in 2023), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022 and 2023), the Dallas Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work,” 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 to Clutch 100 List

Valor receives honor of placing on Clutch’s fastest-growing companies for 2024

FORT WORTH, TX (March 28, 2024) Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas outsourcing, today announced its recognition as one of the top 100 fastest-growing companies on Clutch, the leading global marketplace of B2B service providers. Valor ranked 94th based on revenue growth from 2022 to 2023. This is the fourth consecutive year that Clutch has recognized its top 100 companies.

“Being recognized on the Clutch 100 list as one of the fastest-growing companies from 2022 and 2023 is a tremendous honor for us at Valor. This success is not just a reflection of our growth but a huge testament to our dedicated team. Every day, they bring innovative services to our clients, pushing the boundaries of excellence and setting new benchmarks in our industry. I am deeply proud of our people and what we’ve achieved together,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO & Co-Founder of Valor.

Valor submitted verified financial data to be considered for The Clutch 100, and was ranked as the 94th fastest-growing company based on our growth rate of 52.8% from 2022 to 2023. This is the first year Valor has been recognized on the Clutch 100, and is among many other top providers to be featured on the the winners list.

“To be honored as one of the fastest-growing companies on Clutch is to be recognized as a leader amongst peers, a symbol of trust and reliability in their industry. This recognition speaks volumes about a company’s ability to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and ultimately, thrive,” said Sonny Ganguly, Clutch CEO. “The Clutch 100 award stands as the premier accolade on our platform, offering users the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and accomplish their goals.” 

Headquartered in Fort Worth, with a satellite office located in Midland, Valor has become one of the Southwest’s premier providers of mineral rights management services such as oil and gas accounting, land management, and lease negotiation and counsel. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas outsourcing for operator services clients, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accounting, regulatory consulting, and other back-office operations

About Valor: 
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral rights, and oil and gas owners and investors. 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 (ranked No. 572 in 2023), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022 and 2023), the Dallas Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work,” 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 Clutch:
Clutch empowers better business decisions as the leading global marketplace of B2B service providers. More than 1 million business leaders start at Clutch each month to read in-depth client interviews and discover trusted agency partners to meet their business needs. Clutch has been honored for the past 6 consecutive years as an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company and by the Washington Business Journal as one of the 50 fastest-growing private companies in the DC metro area for 2023.

Valor Ranks No. 49 on 2024 Inc. Regionals SW

Companies on the 2024 list had an astonishing average growth rate of 135.43%  

FORT WORTH, TX (Feb. 28, 2024) Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas outsourcing, ranked No. 49 on the fourth annual Inc. Regionals: Southwest, marking the second consecutive year the company 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.  

“Being recognized on the Inc. Regionals Southwest list for a second consecutive year is not only a testament to Valor’s growth, but a reflection of the dedication and ingenuity of our team,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor. “We’re always grateful for our committed clients and talented team of professionals for helping us achieve the sustainable levels of growth that have landed us national recognition. Our drive to continually push boundaries doesn’t end here, and we’re looking forward to contributing even more to the expansion of our regional economy.”  

Headquartered in Fort Worth, with a satellite office located in Midland, Valor has earned a well-deserved reputation for providing mineral management services such as oil and gas accounting, land management, and lease negotiation and counsel. The company is also a leading provider of oil and gas outsourcing services for operators and investors, partnering with companies to offer owner relations support, oil and gas accounting, regulatory compliance, and other back-office operations

“The honorees in our Inc. 5000 network are the Who’s Who of private companies,” said Eric Hagerman, Special Projects Editor at Inc. Media. “They’re energizing regional economies as they engineer the future of their industries. Learn who they are and what they do — they’ll be impacting things for a while.” 

The companies on this list show a remarkable rate of growth across all industries in the Southwest region. Between 2020 and 2022, these 162 private companies had an average growth rate of 135.43%, and by 2023, they were responsible for adding 17,606 jobs and $14.5 billion to the region’s economy. Complete results of the Inc. 5000 Regionals: Southwest, including company profiles, can be found at www.inc.com/Southwest. For more information on Valor, please visit www.onevalor.com.  

About Valor: 
Valor is a specialty asset management and professional services provider that serves mineral rights, and oil and gas owners and investors. 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 (ranked No. 572 in 2023), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022 and 2023), the Dallas Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work,” 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

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