Welcome to our Valor Employee Spotlight series! In this edition, we’re thrilled to introduce Mimi Keenom, Senior Manager, Division Orders. Mimi is a vital member of the Valor family and we can’t wait for you to learn more about her!
Background and Experience
Mimi boasts an impressive background in the oil and gas sector. Her roles have ranged from Lease Analyst and Assistant Land Supervisor to Division Order Manager at esteemed organizations including Quicksilver Resources, Union Pacific Resources, and Clear Fork Royalty. With her extensive experience in land-related matters, Mimi is an invaluable member of the team. She possesses comprehensive knowledge of the oil and gas industry, having worked both for operators and for mineral and royalty owners. Mimi’s exceptional skills in managing the land and division orders departments of major oil and gas corporations set her apart.
Role at Valor
In her role as Senior Manager of Division Orders, Mimi oversees a broad spectrum of responsibilities that bridge land management and division order processes. Her expertise encompasses a significant amount of land-related tasks, ensuring that all aspects of land management align with the intricate division order operations.
Beyond her primary duties, Mimi also takes on responsibilities in banking related to the oil and gas sector, handling financial transactions, and managing fiscal aspects of division orders. Her role involves meticulous attention to detail and a strong grasp of financial principles to ensure accurate and efficient management of funds related to land and mineral rights.
Additionally, Mimi is entrusted with leading special projects that often require innovative solutions and strategic planning. Her ability to manage these diverse responsibilities showcases her versatility, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities within the complex landscape of the oil and gas industry. Mimi’s comprehensive approach and dedication significantly contribute to Valor’s success, making her an indispensable member of the team.
Mimi’s Favorites
Outside the Office
Outside the office, she finds joy in being outdoors, delving into a good book or tending to her garden.
Favorite Drink/Food
Mimi’s favorite cuisine is Mexican food, particularly from Mi Cocula in Fort Worth. Her go-to nostalgic meal, however, is a savory steak from Cattlemen’s Steakhouse.
What Mimi Loves Most About Valor
Mimi loves Valor most for the freedom it offers to work at her own pace and the enjoyment she finds in the company’s atmosphere and her fellow employees.
Mimi is a remarkable example of the talent we have here at Valor. Stay tuned for more employee spotlights to learn about the incredible individuals who make Valor a great place to work!
Key Takeaways
- Role at Valor: Mimi Keenom serves as Senior Manager of Division Orders, bridging land management responsibilities with division order processes across the company.
- Industry background: Her career includes positions as Lease Analyst, Assistant Land Supervisor, and Division Order Manager at Quicksilver Resources, Union Pacific Resources, and Clear Fork Royalty.
- Dual perspective: Mimi has worked both for operators and for mineral and royalty owners, giving her comprehensive knowledge across the oil and gas industry.
- Expanded responsibilities: Beyond division orders, she handles oil and gas banking, financial transactions, and leads special projects requiring strategic planning and innovative solutions.
- Outside the office: Mimi enjoys gardening, reading, and outdoor activities, and favors Mexican cuisine from Mi Cocula and steak from Cattlemen's Steakhouse in Fort Worth.
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- Mineral Management Services — Title verification, lease analysis, royalty audit, division-order maintenance.
- What Is Mineral Management — How professional mineral management compares to passive ownership.
