McMullen Group
John J. McMullen's Single Family Office · Houston, Texas
$100M estimated AUM
AUM figures are estimates compiled from public sources. How we source our data.
About McMullen Group
The McMullen Group is the Houston-based single family office tied to the family of Dr. John J. McMullen, the naval architect and marine engineer whose fortune stemmed from ship engineering and maritime trade. McMullen founded the engineering firm John J. McMullen & Associates and owned Norton Lilly International, a shipping agent, from 1972 until 2002. He is also widely known as the former owner of the New Jersey Devils and Houston Astros. The office operates as a private investment vehicle managing the family's capital, with assets estimated by third parties at roughly $100 million.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is McMullen Group?
McMullen Group is a single family office associated with John J. McMullen, based in Houston, Texas.
Where is McMullen Group located?
McMullen Group is based in Houston, Texas.
How much does McMullen Group manage?
McMullen Group is estimated to oversee approximately $100M in assets. As a private family office it files no public AUM disclosures, so figures are third-party estimates compiled from public sources.