Our Services
Upstream Operator Ad Valorem Tax Representation:
Our boutique Ad Valorem services create tangible cost savings.
Minerals Research
Coal, oil, gas, fissionable substances, and subordinations from other estates.
Leases:
Agg, wind, solar, water, air rights, and beyond. Our software starts a lease and builds from there.
Our Team
Founder & Visionary / J.D. Smith
J.D.'s journey in the Oil & Gas industry began in 2000, working in the Gulf of Mexico and internationally on frac completions. His career took a turn in 2008 when he transitioned to the Permian Basin as a landman, a role that would pave the way for significant achievements.
From 2010 to 2013, as the sole land manager for a group of investors, J.D. masterminded the leasing of over 150,000 acres, generating profits exceeding $100 million.
In 2014, J.D.'s entrepreneurial spirit led him to found Wolfberry Mfg. in Stanton, TX. This manufacturing start-up revolutionized oil storage tank construction with a welding process six times faster than traditional methods. As the second-largest investor, sponsor, and Managing General Partner, J.D.'s leadership has been instrumental in Wolfberry's success.
That same year, J.D. co-founded PetroLima, LLC, taking on the role of CEO. Under his guidance, the company's land acquisition, legal, and engineering teams flourished. PetroLima secured $200 million in Private Equity capital in January 2017, followed by a $100 million commitment in February 2019, and an anticipated $150 million in 2020. J.D.'s focus on the visionary component of the company has been a driving force behind its growth.
Beyond his business endeavors, J.D. is deeply committed to philanthropy. As the President and Founder of the John 4:14 Foundation since 2010, he has been at the forefront of a clean water initiative in Eastern Uganda. The foundation has completed over 500 clean water projects, transforming lives and communities.
J.D.'s career is a testament to his vision, innovation, and dedication to both industry and humanitarian causes. His leadership continues to shape the future of the Oil & Gas sector and leaves a lasting impact on the world.
