In the mid 90s, management changes created an environment enabling a redirection of resources and an update of services. This new direction was now more multimedia based which included a wide array of media products and services designed to meet our clients evolving needs.

Above: TSG Banner featuring new direction

With 20 years of production experience and a long list of satisfied customers, The Sterling Group stands poised to enter the new millennium and will continue to pursue new exciting ways to meet our customer’s needs.

Highlights in TSG History

2004 - The New Facility

In 2004, the completion of our newest facility brought about an even greater technological capability and expanded creative staff. Located in Chicago’s south suburban area this 3,000 plus sq. ft. facility boast 3 high tech edit suites including a world-class multi-track recording studio, photography, duplication and packaging departments.

Photo from the grand opening of the new facility with Joseph F Johns III and Gary Pecyna cutting the ribbon

Summer 2004 - Open Houses

Summer of 2004 was a very eventful one for The Sterling Group, Inc. With two more employee’s onboard (Nicole Peterson and Christina Johns) there was now the staff to host several receptions to show case The Sterling Group’s new location and to establish The Sterling Group in the community. The events were a huge success.

July 15, 2004 Business After Hours Frankfort, New Lenox, Mokena		August 5, 2004 Open House Friends, Family, Clients		August 10, 2004 Business After Hours Manhattan

August 11, 2004 - Business Spotlight

September, 29 2004 - Jim Schwanke Zingbat Production

Jim Schwanke assistant coach and hitting instructor at LSU was at the facility promoting a new batting product CD-ROM that is currently in the works.

The CD-ROM includes drills by Mark Doran (Former Pro Player of the California Angels), Ginny Georgantas (Player of the Greek Olympic Team) and Jim Schwanke.

January, 28 2005 - Letterman Visits Studio

Dean Vaundry (Letterman look-alike) shown here was in the studio shooting a top ten spoof.

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July 13, 2005 - Xstream Mobile Solutions Partnership

The Sterling Group teamed up with Xstream Mobile Solutions (XSM) to offer text messaging software for corporations as well as emergency services. The Sterling Group handles graphics and layouts for XSM's advertising and promotional campaigns as well as developing their software solutions and website.

For more info, check http://www.xsminc.com, powered by The Sterling Group .

January 17th, 2006 - Stevie Vegas Video Shoot

Professional Poker Player, Stevie Musket AKA "Stevie Vegas," came to the studio to shoot a Texas Holdem Training Video as part of a series of videos on the rules and fundamentals of Poker..

July 2006 - Lands' End Video Shoot

The Sterling Group Shot video footage for Lands' End's back to school promotions. This footage is featured on news broadcasts about the companies innovations in school readiness and safety.

March 29, 2007 - TSG Films 2007 Flowerpossibilities.com Podcasts

The Sterling Group has developed a great relationship with the Flower Promotion Organization, having worked with them on various promotional videos for air during their regular news appearances and inner company meetings.

In March The Sterling Group filmed a series of video podcasts for the flower website Flowerpossibilities.com. Their podcast focuses on how you can use flowers in different ways during different times of the year.

You can check out the podcasts at http://flowerpossibilities.com/ and on itunes.

April 9, 2007 - Kankakee County Sheriff Launches XSM Safe

Kankakee County Sheriff’s Police Department and the Village of Manteno Police Department rolled out Xstream Mobile Solution’s SAFE product to residents this past week. This system, developed in conjunction with The Sterling Group, allows residents to log in to the Sheriff’s website (or village of Manteno) and click on a link that will register their phones. A text message and email confirming their phones have been tested and certified is then sent directly to their cell phones and email addresses, allowing them to receive specific emergency messages.

The Sterling Group handles all graphic materials Xstream Mobile Solutions worldwide campaigns.