Sterling Partners - aVenture Asset Manager Research
Location
Chicago, IL, US
Founded
1983
Sterling Partners is a Chicago-based investment management platform with nearly $4 billion in capital under management. They invest across various stages, industries, and asset classes, taking majority, minority, preferred equity, and debt positions. Their investment strategy typically ranges from $5 million to over $150 million in equity per company, focusing on industries with positive, long-term trends.
The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Panopto, IO.com, and Cortera. Sterling Partners emphasizes driving value through their expertise, network, and entrepreneurial spirit. They offer financial, strategic, and operational support to their portfolio companies and invest in teams with specialized experience. Their flexible approach and focus on transformational growth set them apart in the private equity landscape.
Sterling Partners - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
