Robert M. Wallace – Co-Founder
Robert M. Wallace co-founded Indio Minerals LLC in 2020 with his cousin and best friend, Christopher Sheffey. Based in Dallas, Texas, Indio Minerals focuses on acquiring small mineral and royalty interests, primarily across Texas. Robert’s involvement in the oil and gas industry is part of a legacy built over generations of the Wallace family, known for their commitment to excellence, integrity, and transparency.
As a proud third-generation Aggie on both sides of his family, Robert graduated from Texas A&M University in 2006 with a degree in Economics and a minor in Russian language. Before Indio, he founded and led Valor Energy LLC, where he managed drilling and completion of wells in Texas, New Mexico, and Arkansas. His expertise also extends to acquiring and divesting over 100,000 net lease acres in diverse oil and gas plays, along with more than 50,000 acres of ranch land in Texas, Colorado, and Wyoming.
Robert is driven by his faith and family. An active member of the Lutheran church, he finds inspiration for his business philosophy in trust, honesty, and dedication. He is a devoted husband, father to a spirited 3-year-old daughter, and an avid outdoorsman. At Indio, Robert strives to foster genuine relationships, ensuring that each transaction is a reflection of the company’s long-standing principles of fairness and mutual respect.
Christopher Sheffey – Co-Founder
Christopher Sheffey co-founded Indio Minerals LLC alongside his cousin and lifelong friend, Robert Wallace, in 2020. Raised in Dallas, Texas, Christopher’s connection to his community and the oil and gas industry runs deep. His work at Indio reflects his dedication to family values, ethical business practices, and transparent dealings.
Christopher graduated from Texas Christian University in 2012 with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Energy & Technology Management. He began his career as an Independent Landman, gaining hands-on experience in title research, lease acquisitions, and due diligence across Texas, Wyoming, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Colorado. This experience prepared him to adeptly navigate the intricacies of mineral acquisitions at Indio.
Family is central to Christopher’s life. He is married and the proud father of a 6-month-old daughter, who fuels his vision for a bright future. As a member of the Episcopal Church, Christopher’s faith anchors his personal and professional ethics. He enjoys international travel and cycling, pursuits that shape his adventurous spirit. At Indio, Christopher emphasizes personalized interactions, aiming for fairness and transparency in every transaction.
Luke Petty – Landman
Luke Petty has built a distinguished career at Indio Minerals LLC as a Landman, where he combines expertise in financial analysis and investor relations with a commitment to clear communication. Joining the Indio team, Luke’s goal is to establish meaningful connections with mineral owners, facilitating fair and honest acquisitions.
Luke is a proud graduate of the University of Arkansas, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance with an emphasis in Real Estate. Early in his career, he worked in real estate and private equity, achieving top producer status for two consecutive years. These experiences sharpened his skills in negotiation, investment analysis, and market dynamics, all of which he brings to his role at Indio.
Faith and family are guiding forces in Luke’s life. He resides in Dallas, Texas, with his wife Sofia and their dog Sage, living by a family motto: “Help us as a family to do what is right, love kindness, walk humbly with Jesus, listen intently, follow instructions, and never quit.” Luke’s values shape his work at Indio, where he aims to create lasting, trust-based partnerships through every transaction.