Shepherd Staff was founded in 2006 by Jim Nutt, with a vision to help churches navigate leadership transitions with integrity and care. Shortly after, Greg Allen joined Jim, helping to grow and shape the firm. Greg soon became a co-founder and later took full ownership as President.

Since then, the original firm has become defunct – making Shepherd Staff the veteran church staffing firm still serving today. Our longevity reflects our commitment to faithful service and healthy leadership transitions.

As our reputation grew, educational institutions and faith-based nonprofits began seeking the same approach. In 2024, we launched a dedicated department to serve these organizations with the same excellence we’ve brought to churches for years.

Today, under the leadership of CEO Brian Coday and President Greg Allen, Shepherd Staff continues to grow – staying true to the mission that shaped our beginning: helping ministries thrive by helping them find the right people.