Optimum Energy Partners
A Dallas sponsor that structures direct working interest joint ventures in U.S. oil and gas drilling, alongside established operators.
$100M AUM · a new offering coming soon on Relli · Industrial asset class · as of Nov 5, 2026
Why meet them
Based in Dallas, with about $100M in assets under management
More than 20 drilling joint ventures sponsored since the firm started in 2021
Works with established operators in basins including the Permian, Anadarko and Powder River
CEO Derrick May has more than 17 years in oil and gas across private equity, investment banking and company management (sponsor profile)
What happens next: Read the team's profile for their strategy, leadership and past joint ventures. No commitment.
Accredited investors only. Investing involves risk.

