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Recognized for championing a PeopleFirst culture that drives innovation, trust, and employee growth  

FORT WORTH, TX (June 23, 2026) — 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 to the 2026 Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces across North America list. The final list was announced at an exclusive event at the Dalcy in Chicago on June 17, 2026. Valor ranked on the winners list, appearing beside notable companies such as Equifax, Ledcor, Novo Nordisk, Hitachi Energy, Staples, SurveyMonkey, and more. Organizations of all sizes and industries entered a category defined by how many people are within the business. The Top 100 winners were decided by an independent expert judging panel.

“Being recognized by Inspiring Workplaces for the second time reflects the culture we’ve built at Valor,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO & Co-Founder of Valor. “It speaks to the caliber of people we have at Valor and our shared commitment to building a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, innovate, and make a difference.” 

Since its founding in 2015, Inspiring Workplaces has recognized companies that move beyond standard policies to build environments where employees genuinely feel valued, included, and empowered. In these organizations, culture is not just a checkbox but a core driver of performance, adaptability, and sustained success. This year’s honorees represent the gold standard of people-first cultures, championing inclusion, employee wellbeing, and meaningful voice to redefine what exceptional leadership and employee experience looks like across the region. 

Matt Manners, Founder, Inspiring Workplaces Group, commented: “Workplaces are changing at an unprecedented pace, with AI accelerating transformation across every industry. In times of constant change, organizations need more than strategy and technology alone. They need cultures that help people adapt, grow and perform. Our 2026 winners across North America are leading by example. They are proving that when businesses put PeopleFirst and build cultures based on trust, inclusion and belonging, they create the resilience and agility needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving world of work.”

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 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 & 2025), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025), the Inc. Best Workplaces list (2024 & 2026), and Inspiring Workplaces™. Explore the benefits of partnering with Valor tomanage mineral rights and outsource accounting and back-office services by visiting www.onevalor.com. 

About Inspiring Workplaces Group

The Inspiring Workplaces Group is a global organization dedicated to recognizing and advancing PeopleFirst culture. Through its two flagship programs, Certified PeopleFirst™ and the Inspiring Workplaces Awards, the organization celebrates and certifies workplaces where people and performance thrive together.

Fortune Media and Great Place To Work Name Valor to 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Texas 

FORT WORTH, TX (June 17, 2026)  — Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas outsourcing, has been named one of this year’s Best Workplaces in Texas™ by Great Place To Work and Fortune magazine. This is Valor’s second time being named to this prestigious list, coming in at No. 57 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 100,000 employees at eligible companies via its proprietary platform. Companies were ranked based on their ability to offer consistently positive experiences, building trust with leaders, colleagues, and the overall organization.

“We are honored to receive this recognition and to be named among so many outstanding companies in Texas,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO & Co-founder of Valor. “As we continue growing in 2026, we remain proud to call Texas home and grateful for the employees whose feedback, hard work, and dedication make Valor an exceptional place to work. ” 

The Best Workplaces in Texas list is highly competitive. Survey responses reflect a comprehensive picture of the workplace experience. Honorees were rewarded based on their ability to deliver positive outcomes for employees, regardless of role or status within the organization. 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 Fortune Best Workplaces in Texas,” says Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work. “By focusing on people, these companies are more resilient and effective in a business environment that demands speed, innovation, and agility.”

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 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 & 2025), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025), 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.

Strategic Funding Supports Valor’s AI Development and Growth Strategy 

FORT WORTH, TX (June 9, 2026) — Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas outsourcing, is pleased to announce the close of its Series B round of capital investment. This Series B round was led by Ladd Wilks, of Cisco; the Moncrief family, of Fort Worth; and the Lamb family, of Midland. Funding will advance Valor’s continued development of AI across its software and services platform and accelerate growth through a strategic focus on acquisitions within the industry.

“Given the extensive expertise of our investors, this funding milestone is a powerful validation of our team’s execution and the rapidly growing demand for our platform,” said Clifton DuBose, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Valor. “With the strategic backing of our investment partners, we are uniquely positioned to capture the massive market opportunity ahead and continue delivering immense value to our clients.”

The Series B round marks an important growth milestone for Valor, which continues to scale its technology-enabled services model and expand its capabilities for clients.  With expanded resources, Valor plans to deepen its AI capabilities, enhance operational efficiency across its offerings, and pursue strategic acquisitions that expand its reach and broaden the solutions it delivers to mineral rights owners, operators, and investors.

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 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 a tech-enabled professional services 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 & 2025), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025), the Inc. Best Workplaces list (2024 & 2025), 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.

Inc. Recognizes Valor Among 507 Companies Nationwide on Its Annual Best Workplaces List

FORT WORTH, TX (June 2, 2026) — 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 Inc.’s 2026 Best Workplaces list, a national recognition honoring companies that are creating exceptional workplace cultures and investing in the employee experience. This marks Valor’s second appearance on the list, following its first recognition in 2024. 

The recognition is based on a comprehensive evaluation of applicants nationwide, including employee feedback gathered through an in-depth survey administered by Quantum Workplace. The survey measures key areas such as leadership, benefits, professional development, workplace culture, and overall employee experience, with company benefits also reviewed as part of the final scoring process. Valor is proud to be named among the 507 companies recognized this year. 

“Being named to the Inc. 2026 Best Workplaces list is an incredible honor,” said Joseph DeWoody, CEO & Co-founder of Valor. “This national recognition reflects the culture our team has built together and the dedication of the people who make Valor such a meaningful and rewarding place to work.”

Valor supports employee well-being through benefits designed for life in and outside of work. These include 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums, paid parental leave, employer-sponsored Life and AD&D coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and generous PTO. Employees also benefit from career development opportunities, company-sponsored outings, and complimentary entertainment tickets to enjoy with family and friends. 

“This year’s Best Workplaces list goes beyond great company culture–it highlights companies making meaningful and sustained investment in their employees,” says Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc. “Even in a labor market that favors employers, these companies understand that an intentional and authentic commitment to their teams drives stronger employee retention, engagement, and ultimately, a stronger business overall.”

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 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 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 & 2025), Fort Worth Inc.’s Best Companies to Work For (2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025), 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.

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FORT WORTH, TX (Nov 3, 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 Chief Information Officer, Pam Presswood, has been named a finalist in the D CEO’s 2025 Innovation Awards. Pam has been named a finalist in the individual awards category – CIO/CTO of the Year.

The 2025 program recognized 76 companies and trailblazers leading the way in innovation in North Texas. This prestigious program celebrates outstanding companies, CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, entrepreneurs, and leaders whose dedication to innovation is helping establish Dallas-Fort Worth as a thriving hub for groundbreaking advancements and industry leadership. The finalists will be featured in the January/February issue of D CEO magazine and on DallasInnovates.com, with winners announced at an exclusive awards ceremony in January.

Presswood’s exceptional career and continued dedication to advancing the industry made her a standout nominee for recognition. After over 40 years of dedicated experience in information technologies, Presswood came out of retirement to join Valor as their Chief Information Officer in 2021. Presswood has been pivotal in establishing robust IT infrastructure and security protocols, implementing advanced document management solutions, and enhancing Valor’s proprietary mineral management software, mineral.tech®, all of which have strengthened Valor’s technological foundation. She led initiatives to integrate secure network connectivity, streamlined endpoint management, and implemented disaster recovery measures, ensuring a resilient and scalable system. Her innovative contributions to mineral.tech® include added security measures, refined update protocols, and backup solutions that further protect client data, allowing Valor to confidently expand its client base. Presswood’s leadership extends to the creation of Valor’s Information Security Committee, where she has enhanced Valor’s security posture through regular threat intelligence briefings and employee training on cybersecurity best practices, helping Valor achieve its SOC1 Type 2 certification. Beyond Valor, Presswood is a dedicated advocate in the Dallas-Fort Worth community, where she has actively supported and mentored young professionals over the years. As a founding member of Women Steering Business, she aids young women in pursuing educational and career opportunities, contributing significantly to Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo’s Junior Sale of Champions. Presswood’s commitment to her community and pioneering contributions to Valor’s growth have marked her as a transformative force in both her company and the industry at large, setting a new standard for security and operational efficiency within the oil and gas industry.

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.