Mission Statement
To be the most trusted and preferred resource of transportation solutions by enhancing customer value and positively impacting the lives of our team members and their families
Since 2005, the dedicated team at Sterling Transportation Services has been working hard delivering transportation solutions to our clients. The Core Values below describe us as team members of STS Companies.
- Motivated to Succeed
- Committed to Deliver
- Team Focused
- Safe Knowledgable Experts
- Values Positive Relationships
These words describe what makes us tick, what drives the passion, what is at the core, or the heart of STS & the heart of us. These words describe each of you.

Motivated to Succeed
We all have the drive to do well and succeed in our work. We have a passion and take pride in what we can accomplish. We finish what we start. We are dedicated to ensuring our clients get their important transportation work done and helping them succeed.
Committed to Deliver
We listen and respond with a sense of urgency to deliver solutions. We do not back down from difficult challenges, we find a way to overcome. We are hardworking and are not afraid to get dirty. We keep at it until we come up with a better way.
Team Focused
We respect each other and value our teammate’s contributions. We work together as one team to move forward. We respond with a yes, we can do it for you, we can make it happen. We strive to act for the greater good of the organization.
Safe Knowledgable Experts
We are safe. We know our stuff and are respected while continuing to learn more. We work together to make smart decisions. We gain knowledge from our experience. The expertise and professionalism that we display allow us to do great work delivering results to our clients.
Values Positive Relationships
We are friendly, genuine, and sincere. We speak clearly and directly about what is going on. We care about our teammates and clients. We are supportive and compassionate. We know how important it is to treat people right all the time.
Sterling Companies
Leadership
Chad is the Co-Founder and Leader of Sterling Companies, a leading transportation, repair, and staffing business based in Omaha and Blair, Nebraska. Established in 2005 in collaboration with his father, Lawrence Adams, Chad has played a pivotal role in steering the company towards success and growth.
With a rich background in companies like Goodyear, Conagra, and Cargill, Chad brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his leadership role at Sterling Companies. His commitment to delivering top-notch services, drive to succeed, and emphasis on teamwork align seamlessly with the company’s core values. Chad is known for fostering positive relationships, upholding safety standards, and promoting expertise within the organization. He loves helping clients succeed.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Chad is an avid football fan, with a particular passion for supporting the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Las Vegas Raiders. His interests also extend to outdoor activities, as evidenced by his love for tent camping in the mountains with his German Shepherd Raider and his ambition to complete an Ironman Triathlon. An Eagle Scout with a thirst for adventure, Chad has explored numerous national parks across the country, embodying a spirit of exploration and resilience in both his personal and professional pursuits.
Corporate Support

Donna
Integrator

Penny
Accounting Manager

Jess
Operations Specialist

Our Vision
To become the best independent transportation service organization.
Our Purpose
To make a difference with our partners and our niche is to provide trusted transportation solutions.




