Energy Investment + Precision Execution
Valor Energy Partners acquires and optimizes energy assets across select U.S. basins, combining technical expertise with disciplined capital management.
Contact us Current Project(s)Valor Energy Partners
Energy Investment. Strategic Execution.
We are a private investment firm focused on identifying and optimizing overlooked energy assets in select U.S. basins. Founded by industry veterans with decades of combined experience, we bring deep technical expertise and operational knowledge to uncover value where others don't see it.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to generate superior risk-adjusted returns by applying technical excellence and operational discipline to undervalued energy assets, while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.
Core Values
- Insightful Analysis:
We leverage cutting-edge analytical techniques and proprietary methodologies to identify opportunities that conventional analysis misses.
- Operational Rigor:
We apply rigorous operational standards and innovative approaches to optimize asset performance.
- Strategic Foresight:
We take a long-term perspective on energy markets, identifying emerging trends and positioning our investments to capitalize on structural shifts.
- Transparent Partnership:
We maintain the highest ethical standards in all our dealings, providing investors with clear, comprehensive information.
Key Statistics
Our Difference
What sets Valor apart is our unique combination of technical depth, operational expertise, and market intelligence. While many investors rely on conventional metrics and industry consensus, we challenge assumptions and dig deeper to find opportunities with asymmetric risk-reward profiles.
Environmental Commitment
We recognize our responsibility as stewards of both investor capital and natural resources. Valor Energy Partners is committed to implementing best-in-class environmental practices across our operations, minimizing our footprint while maximizing resource recovery.
The Valor Energy Partners Story
Pioneering a Different Approach to Energy Investment
"We only drill, complete and produce the investments we are involved in...True Partners till the final bbl."
Founding Vision
Valor Energy Partners was founded in San Antonio TX by a team of energy industry veterans who shared a common vision: to create an investment firm that would challenge conventional thinking and uncover value in overlooked energy assets.
Key Milestones
A group of seasoned energy professionals establishes Valor with a focus on undervalued assets in key U.S. basins.
Valor completes its first significant acquisition in the Eagle Ford area, applying specific knowledge overlooked to enhance the ROI.
Building on early successes, Valor will expand its operational footprint into the Permian, Eagle Ford, Barnett, Haynesville and any other basin within our expertise, targeting overlooked opportunities of all varieties.
Valor secures a significant capital commitment from a consortium of institutional investors, enabling larger-scale acquisitions.
Valor aims to further expand its portfolio, leveraging technology and data analytics to drive efficiency and returns, while exploring opportunities in the evolving energy landscape.
Vision for the Future
Looking ahead, Valor Energy Partners aims to continue our disciplined approach to energy investment while embracing technological innovation and environmental responsibility. We believe the energy landscape will continue to evolve, and our adaptability and technical expertise position us to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Our Investment Approach
A Proprietary Methodology for Uncovering Hidden Value
At Valor Energy Partners, we've developed a proprietary methodology for identifying and evaluating overlooked energy plays. Our approach combines technical expertise, operational experience, and market intelligence to uncover value where conventional analysis falls short.
1. Proprietary Opportunity Sourcing
Challenging conventional technical assumptions about resource potential.
2. Value Creation Through Operational Excellence
Evaluating how modern operational techniques could transform economics.
3. Strategic Risk Management & Exit Planning
Identifying where market sentiment has created valuation disconnects.
Technology & Innovation
Valor is committed to leveraging the latest advancements in energy technology, from AI-driven reservoir modeling to advanced drilling techniques and environmental mitigation solutions. This focus on innovation allows us to unlock additional value and operate more efficiently and responsibly.
Our Team
Experienced. Dedicated. Driven.
The Valor Energy Partners team brings together decades of experience across technical, operational, and financial aspects of the energy industry. Our diverse backgrounds and complementary skill sets enable us to identify and execute on opportunities that others miss.
Gregory L. Hood
Founding Member | President & Chief Operating Officer
Gregory L. Hood serves as the President / COO. He has over 28 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, specializing in offshore and land drilling, thermal wells, and saltwater disposal wells.
Matthew Merkley
Founding Member | Chief Financial Officer
Matthew Merkley is a seasoned land-and-asset management professional with over 15 years of industry experience across oil, gas and renewable energy sectors.
Samson K.
Founding Member | Director of Geoscience & Geologist
Samson K. serves as the Director of Geoscience and Geologist. Samson has extensive experience across the Lower 48 onshore plays, serving in a number of roles from Operations Geology to Petrophysics in operational optimization at the drill bit, log analysis and business development.
Allen Hensley
Founding Member | Vice President of Drilling
Allen is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps with over 17 years of oil, gas, and geothermal drilling experience across land, offshore, and ultra-deepwater environments.
John Bay
Founding Member | Director of Mineral Acquisitions
John Bay is a seasoned land professional with 20+ years in mineral, leasehold and royalty acquisitions—leading campaigns over 1 million acres and $500 million in deal value.
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Careers at Valor
Join a Team That's Shaping the Future of Energy Investment
At Valor Energy Partners, we're always looking for talented individuals who share our passion for the energy industry and our commitment to excellence. We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.
Current Openings
Please check back soon for specific job postings or submit your resume to our talent pool.
Submit ResumeEagle Ford / Pearsall Play
Funding 2025(Q3) Opportunity
Active Prospect
Valor Energy Partners has identified a compelling investment opportunity located in the core of the Eagle Ford & Pearsall Shale. This prospect offers significant development potential with attractive economics, leveraging our team's deep expertise in unconventional resource plays.
Key Highlights
- Location: Location: Prime acreage in Frio & Atascosa County, TX
- Target Formation: Target Formation: Eagle Ford & Pearsall Shale (Oil & Gas Windows)
- Acreage: Development Plan: Multi-well horizontal drilling program
- Development Plan: Infrastructure: Existing midstream infrastructure with available capacity
- Infrastructure: Return Profile: Attractive risk-adjusted returns projected
Prospect Location Map
Investment Case
This Project is to acquire and develop high-quality assets in a proven basin at an attractive entry point. Valor's technical team has identified specific geological targets and optimized well designs to maximize recovery and economic returns. Our hands-on operational approach will ensure efficient execution and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
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