About Us
We are Adam and Tony, veterans of the U.S. Military and Law Enforcement. We founded Live Oak Furniture Co in 2020 and began designing and crafting bespoke custom furniture in Houston, Texas. We love good design and we love the process of making that design come to life.
In 2022 we were asked to create challenge coin holders for members of the Law Enforcement community. We treated each board as a unique tribute to the selfless service of the person we were making it for and wanted to incorporate as much personalization as possible. As we looked at our own coin collections, we shared the stories behind each coin and began to appreciate challenge coins in a new way.
Our experience creating and delivering the challenge coin holders brought a sense of connection with our brothers and sisters in both the military and law enforcement community. We continued tweaking and refining our design until we arrived at The Valor Board.
Each challenge coin represents a part of a personal story that should be on display. Our goal is to create a way to display that story that is as unique as each story it contains. We take pride in our creations and feel honored each time we are asked to create a challenge coin holder. We know that in a small way, we will be part of the stories of sacrifice and heroism that each Valor Board displays. These stories are the sense of community and connection that we hold dear and very few understand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are Valor Boards made?
All of our products are made from our shop in the Houston, Texas area. When you buy a Valor Board, you are supporting a veteran-owned American small business.
What makes The Valor Board different?
We are woodworkers first. We use premium hardwoods, build our boards to last, and care about the small details that make a custom display feel right.
Every Valor Board is designed around the person, unit, department, agency, or service story behind the coins. Send us the logo, badge, patch, name, dates, or rough idea, and we’ll help turn it into a design you can approve before production.
The American flag represents a bond of people, but each person should be honored as part of that bond.
What if I need a custom order?
Yes. We love custom orders. One of our favorite custom orders was a coin holder in the shape of a Navy Seabee dozer. We designed it, built it, and the customer response is exactly why we do this work.
If you have a custom idea, call or text 346-550-7600 or email orders@valorboards.com. Send what you have and we’ll tell you what is realistic.
I am raising money for a foundation. Do you donate?
We have supported foundations and first responder/veteran community efforts, and we are always willing to talk through what you are trying to do. If you are raising money for an auction, foundation, or event, email orders@valorboards.com or use the contact page and tell us the date, audience, and goal.