The Sterling Group

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Investor type

Founded

1982

AUM

$9 400 M

Location

Houston, Texas, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

The Sterling Group is a middle market private equity firm based in Houston, Texas, with additional offices in Dallas. Established in 1982, the firm operates with a focus on building winning businesses by partnering with management teams to drive growth in the industrials sector. The team is composed of professionals experienced in private equity and credit investments, and they emphasize operational improvements and strategic execution to enhance business performance.

The firm targets investments in industrial companies, with a particular focus on sectors such as manufacturing, industrial services, distribution, and logistics. Typically, investments range from $10 million to $50 million, targeting mid-market companies. The Sterling Group manages a series of funds including private equity and private credit funds, with a history of successful transformations and growth strategies for their portfolio companies. Strategic partners and limited partners include a mix of institutional investors and family offices.

Notable investments by The Sterling Group include DexKo Global, known for manufacturing trailer components, B&G Crane Service, a provider of crane services, Liqui-Box, a packaging solutions company, and Time Manufacturing, a vehicle-mounted lift manufacturer. Other notable deals include the development of American Bath Group and strategic acquisitions within the Construction Supply Group. These investments demonstrate their focus on growth through operational excellence and strategic acquisitions.

Industry

Business Services (B2B) Education Industrial Transportation Logistics Manufacturing Real Estate Telecommunications Energy CleanTech

The Sterling Group Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Sterling Group Partners VI, LP	Private Equity (PE)	Education Real Estate Telecommunications Transportation Energy CleanTech	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$5-10 m	$3500 M	April 2024

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Bryan Tisdale Vice President | Private Equity

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Nadeem Ahmed Operating Partner

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FAQs about The Sterling Group

Is The Sterling Group a venture capital or private equity firm?

The Sterling Group is a private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is The Sterling Group located?

The Sterling Group is located in Houston, Texas, United States.

When was The Sterling Group founded?

The Sterling Group was founded in 1982.

What sectors and industries does The Sterling Group invest in?

The Sterling Group invests in companies and startups in Business Services (B2B), Education, Industrial, Transportation, Logistics, Manufacturing, Real Estate, Telecommunications, Energy, CleanTech.

What is The Sterling Group geographical focus of investments?

The Sterling Group invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does The Sterling Group typically invest in?

The Sterling Group invests in companies and startups at Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of The Sterling Group investment?

The Sterling Group usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for The Sterling Group?

The Sterling Group has around $9 400m assets under management.

When was The Sterling Group last fund created?

The Sterling Group last fund was created/launched in 2024-04-22

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