About Us
At Shepherd®, we are more than just a consultancy. We are a trusted partner in your business journey. With over a decade of experience spanning multiple industries, founder Joshua Delaware brings a unique blend of marketing science, business operations expertise, and a passion for delivering measurable results to every project.
Joshua D
Director
Joshua is the founder of Shepherd® and creator of Growth Hub, a platform and methodology that helps businesses launch and grow with clarity. With over a decade of experience spanning creative, strategy, and systems—and a Master’s in Marketing from UniSA—he brings a scientific, ethical approach to brand and business building. His background includes leading CRM and marketing transformations across education, tech, and corporate sectors, blending creative direction with deep systems thinking.
Diego R
Head of design
Diego blends bold creativity with strategic intent. As Shepherd’s Head of Design, he brings over a decade of multidisciplinary experience across branding, UX/UI, and visual storytelling. With a refined eye and deep empathy for the end user, Diego ensures every design Shepherd produces not only looks sharp but performs—helping brands stand out with confidence.
Lauren M
Head of Content
Lauren is the voice behind Shepherd’s message. With a background in Health, Government and years of experience writing for high-growth companies, she leads our content direction with clarity, warmth, and purpose. From web copy to long-form guides, Lauren crafts words that connect—shaping narratives that move people and brands forward.
Josh P
Head of multimedia
Josh leads Shepherd’s multimedia with precision and depth. With roots in filmmaking and a sharp eye for branded storytelling, he directs the visual and audio assets that power our campaigns—from concept to final cut. Whether it’s video, motion, photography or sound, Josh ensures every piece hits with clarity, creativity, and commercial impact.
Our Experience
Joshua and the team at Shepherd® have worked across a broad range of industries, including, but not limited to:
Education
Providing branding, strategy, and developing products to support educators throughout Australia.
Healthcare
Delivering tailored marketing and account management solutions.
B2B and B2C Technology
Driving growth with campaigns, marketing automation, and CRM solutions.
Safety and Security
Building awareness and strategies for public and corporate safety industries.
Charities and Aged Care
Enhancing digital presence and operational efficiency for non-profits and care providers.
Automotive and Consumer Goods
Implementing marketing and operational systems for globally recognised brands.
Trades and Professional Services
Developing websites, systems, and strategies for various service-based businesses.
Events and Conferences
Managing branding, marketing, and logistics for large-scale events and assemblies.
Our Vision
We aim to grow into a globally recognised consultancy, with offices in major cities and a reputation for setting benchmarks in marketing effectiveness and management consulting. Our ultimate goal is to make a positive impact by partnering with businesses to achieve sustainable growth while contributing to humanitarian initiatives.
What Makes Us Different
Marketing Science Meets Creativity
We don’t just follow trends – we leverage proven marketing principles to design campaigns that deliver measurable results.
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Tailored Frameworks
Our Gap Analysis Framework ensures every business becomes easy to think of, easy to find, and easy to buy from.
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End-to-End Expertise
From branding and strategy to CRM systems and automation, we offer comprehensive support that bridges the gap between marketing and operations.
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Global Perspective with a Local Focus
We work with businesses of all sizes – from small local brands to globally recognised names – delivering personalised solutions to help them grow.
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Driven By Purpose
Shepherd®’s foundation is built on a commitment to using business as a force for good. With roots in Christian values, we aspire to partner with humanitarian initiatives and support gospel-driven aid projects as part of our growth journey.
Let us transform your business with strategies grounded in science, innovation, and experience.
Looking Ahead
Whether you’re an established enterprise or a start-up, Shepherd® is here to help you scale.
