History

Veritas 321 Energy Partners, LP was formed in 2006 as a full-service brokerage firm based in West Texas and is currently owned and operated by Ken Dickeson and Candyce Roybal. Ken’s client base from his independent practice was the starting point for the company. Veritas has employed anywhere from twenty to sixty employees and contractors at any given time and has had clients from throughout the energy markets of the United States. The company excels in all aspects of land management including both surface and mineral title, lease and right-of-way acquisition to title curative issues.

The Veritas Name & Logo

Upon its foundation, Veritas was created to be a company that would be known for its ethical priorities and good values. The name “veritas” was chosen for its Latin origin meaning “truth”. The “321” in the company name was derived from John 3:21 which states, “But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God.” (NIV). This scripture has supported and guided the company throughout its existence. The Veritas logo was created by Kayla Barker in 2006 to be classic, eye-catching, professional and meaningful. The blue colors stand for loyalty, bravery and patriotism being almost as dark as oil however, not being black or gray. The star signifies the great state of Texas with the appearance of the sun shining on it and a shadow behind. The star’s point turns into a drop of oil above a puddle with ripples representing an unending flow of oil and gas prosperity as well as hitting the target, or achieving goals, as a company.

Management Bios

Ken C. Dickeson was one of the original founders of Veritas 321 Energy Partners, LP in 2006. Prior to that, Ken had been an independent professional petroleum landman for over twenty-five years. He received a B.B.A. degree from the University of Texas, Permian Basin. Ken has experience in all areas of land management and administration including complex mineral and leasehold title, right of way acquisition, contracts and agreements and due diligence. With over thirty years’ experience, he has performed consulting work for numerous clients including three major oil companies and several large independents as well as numerous small producers. Ken was awarded the Community Service award by the AAPL in 2006 and currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Teen FLOW Youth Ministries and was a past Board Member of Rock the Desert Ministries. He has participated in his church as a deacon and elder and continues in other leadership roles when requested. He has been involved in the leadership team of Midland Men’s Community Bible Study as well. Ken is currently a managing partner of Veritas.

Candyce Ferreri Roybal joined Veritas in 2008 as in-house counsel. She received her B.B.A. and Juris Doctor degrees from the University of New Mexico. Prior to joining the Veritas team, she practiced law in Albuquerque, New Mexico with Dubois, Cooksey Bischoff and Ferreri, P.A. The firm primarily practiced in the areas of commercial litigation, real estate, taxation, probate and family law, which equipped her with invaluable experience in handling all aspects of land management and administration. Upon joining Veritas and forward, she has created and overseen the curative department in the company. Candyce values organizations that focus on youth and education and currently serves on the board of High Sky Children’s Ranch and previously served on the Trinity School Board of Trustees and the Rock the Desert Ministries board. Candyce is currently a managing partner in Veritas and continues as head legal counsel in the company.

Community Involvement

Veritas enjoys being a part of West Texas through community service. Partners Ken & Candyce donate significant time and money to various organizations each year and as a company, Veritas has supported local groups such as Children’s Rehabilitation Center, High Sky and the MISD Foundation.