U.S. Energy’s Alisha Waring Named a 2026 Dallas Business Journal HR Impact Awards Winner 

August 4, 2026

U.S. Energy is proud to announce that Vice President of Human Resources Alisha Waring has been named a 2026 HR Impact Award Winner by the Dallas Business Journal. The annual awards recognize North Texas HR leaders who have made exceptional contributions to their organizations through strategic leadership, workplace culture, talent development, and business impact. 

Since joining U.S. Energy in 2022, Waring has helped shape the company’s people strategy during a period of rapid growth and organizational transformation. She oversees talent acquisition, employee engagement, organizational development, compensation and benefits, compliance, and human resources operations, while serving as a strategic advisor to executive leadership. 

Throughout her tenure, Waring has played a key role in strengthening U.S. Energy’s workplace culture, enhancing leadership development, modernizing HR operations, and supporting major organizational initiatives, including the company’s headquarters relocation to the historic Armour Building in Fort Worth and its continued expansion into new markets. Her leadership has helped position U.S. Energy as an employer of choice within the energy industry. 

“Alisha has played a critical role in helping us attract, develop, and retain the talent that’s driving our continued growth,” said Jordan Jayson, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of U.S. Energy. “She leads with integrity, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to our team while ensuring our human resources strategy supports the long-term success of the business. This recognition reflects the meaningful impact she has made across our organization, and we couldn’t be more proud of this well-deserved honor.” 

Waring’s recognition reflects U.S. Energy’s continued investment in building a high-performing workplace where employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and contribute to the company’s long-term success. 

Waring has helped lead initiatives that have contributed to U.S. Energy earning multiple workplace honors, including Inc.’s Best Workplace for 2026 and 2025. Beyond U.S. Energy, she is active within the HR profession through the SHRM Executive Network and serves on the Board of Directors for Fort Worth Stockyards, Inc. 

U.S. Energy Development Corporations Alisha Waring Named a 2026 Dallas Business Journal HR Impact Awards Winner

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