LoAn Vo is a visionary entrepreneur redefining what it means to lead in the oil and gas sector—and beyond. As the founder and president of TransCrude LLC, LoAn has built a company that not only fuels the energy industry but pioneers innovative solutions that align with environmental, social, and market demands.
TransCrude was established in 2013 with a strategic focus on crude oil marketing. But as market opportunities evolved, so did LoAn’s vision. Leveraging deep industry relationships and a sharp eye for emerging needs, she expanded the company’s offerings to include refined products like diesel, gasoline, and jet fuel. This natural progression allowed TransCrude to grow its customer reach while staying rooted in its core strength: delivering value through strategic supply, logistics, and marketing.
Under LoAn’s leadership, TransCrude didn’t stop at fuel. Recognizing the challenges facing construction and energy infrastructure projects, she diversified the business into manufacturing road access, rig, and crane mats. But true to her innovative nature, she went further—partnering with a manufacturer to create proprietary bamboo mats that are stronger, lighter, and significantly more sustainable than traditional hardwood options. These mats not only reduce environmental impact but help clients meet their ESG goals with a product that’s both durable and eco-friendly.
LoAn’s strategic expansion has been driven by a simple but powerful belief: “What we’re not doing today, we can learn to do tomorrow.” This mindset now fuels TransCrude’s next bold move—tackling America’s affordable housing crisis. By utilizing the company’s manufacturing capabilities to develop prefabricated modular homes, LoAn aims to deliver cost-effective, labor-saving housing solutions that address a growing national need.
What sets LoAn apart is not just her ability to identify market gaps, but her relentless commitment to solving them. She thrives in dynamic environments, constantly seeking innovative and strategic ways to help customers overcome challenges and increase productivity. She fosters a culture of entrepreneurial thinking within her team, encouraging collaboration, profit-sharing, and open dialogue about where the next opportunity may lie.
Despite the growing reliance on digital communication, LoAn places immense value on in-person connections. She emphasizes face-to-face relationship building with partners and clients—recognizing that human interaction is still the most powerful driver of trust and long-term success.
From her early days growing up in a Denver housing project to earning her MBA and launching TransCrude from the ground up, LoAn’s story is one of grit, innovation, and purpose. TransCrude grew from zero to $250 million in revenue in six years. Today, she is partnering with industry giants and expanding into new markets both in North America and abroad. Her greatest accomplishment? Building a business that not only transforms industries—but creates lasting impact for her community, her team, and the next generation of leaders.
