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Ian Nairn / January 15, 2026

dschukai – Overland Park, Kansas

COST REDUCTION CONSULTANTS

Overland Park, Kansas

David Schukai

Strategic-Partner
Office: 913-335-0645

Office Information

13103 West 128th Terrace Overland Park, Kansas – 66213
913-335-0645
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When it comes to saving money for your business, the best time to start is right now. Reach out today for a risk-free analysis of your business expenses.

Schooley Mitchell saves our clients an average of 28%, and our entire process takes less than two hours of your time on average. Stop paying your vendors more than you need to. Let Schooley Mitchell put that money back in your pocket.







    Ian Nairn / January 13, 2026

    kwalters – Animal Rescue Savings

    Turn Overhead Dollars into Lifesaving Dollars

    We help animal shelters and rescues reduce facility and processing expenses, so more of every donation goes directly to the animals who need it most.

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    Your Challenges

    Caring for animals has never been more expensive.

    Many shelters now report $900+ in average cost of care per animal due to rising medical costs, longer stays, and increased intake.

    At the same time, overcrowding and limited funding mean most shelters are operating on razor-thin margins with nearly every dollar going straight back into animal care.

    Where We Find Hidden Savings

    No new vendors required – we simply make your existing services more cost-effective.

    Veterinary Practice

    $51,000

    Merchant Services Savings

    Animal Hospital

    $11,000

    Waste Savings

    Animal Hospital

    45%

    Telecom Savings

    Animal Hospital

    $108,000

    Telecom, Waste & Compressed Gases Savings

    Rescue Expenses

    More Care, Less Cost

    A typical mid-sized rescue or shelter with an in-house clinic can easily spend $4,000+/month on waste services, payment processing, and medical gases.

    Cutting overhead by a modest 15% redirects about $600/month from overhead into lifesaving care. If your average cost of care is around $900 per animal, then $7,200 in annual savings could fully fund care for 8 additional animals without increasing your budget.

    Risk-Free for Your Shelter

    If we can’t find savings, it means your team is already excellent stewards of donor funds.

    You receive a clear, independent analysis to share with donors and boards, demonstrating that your organization is running with maximum efficiency and transparency.

    • No upfront cost. Our fee comes only from actual savings we secure.
    • You keep full control. You approve all changes; we simply provide analysis, recommendations, and implementation support.
    • Mission-aligned. Our work reduces overhead so you can invest more in the animals.

    If we don’t find savings, you don’t pay.

    Waste

    How predictable is your waste every month?

    Variability in your waste from month-to-month makes a big difference to certain service providers.

    Is your container size and collection frequency optimized?

    Finding a provider that is both cost effective and meets your needs can be challenging.

    Are your waste disposal fees changing frequently over the course of the year?

    A professional audit of your expenses can get to the bottom of it.

    Merchant Services

    Do you reference the "effective rate" to evaluate how competitive your processing fees are?

    A blended pricing structure makes it more difficult to fully understand all the factors impacting your fees.

    Do you know how your current processing environment impacts your processing fees?

    How you process payments and capture data can have a big impact on your monthly fees.

    Have you asked your processor to provide you an "interchange-plus pricing" quote?

    This pricing structure is often the least expensive and most transparent option.

    Compressed Gases

    Do you think your compressed gases expenses are written in stone?

    Commodity markets can be complex and confusing, making it difficult for business owners and managers to navigate.

    Are you certain there are no billing errors in your invoices?

    There are opportunities to optimize pricing structures and recover billing errors.

    Are you receiving all tax benefits available to you?

    Your business might be missing out on significant savings opportunities.

    Why Partner with Us?

    As North America's largest independent cost-reduction consultancy, we bring the expertise, analysis, and negotiating power. You keep:

    • Full control
    • All operational decisions
    • 100% of the improved pricing
    • The savings and the impact

    Our role is simple: reduce overhead without changing how you practice, so you can reinvest in what matters most — savings animals lives.

    Ready for your lifesaving overhead audit?

    In a simple 30-minute review of your waste, payment processing, and compressed gases, we can identify opportunities to redirect overhead dollars straight into animal care.

    Kandice Walters

    Strategic-Partner
    Office: 574-367-6140







      Ian Nairn / January 7, 2026

      kwalters – Veterinary Savings

      Turn Practice Overhead into Pet Care

      We help veterinary practices reduce costs in telecom, payment processing, software, medical waste, supplies, and compressed gases, so you can deliver more care, support more clients, and grow sustainably.

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      Your Challenges

      Veterinary costs continue rising faster than general inflation, while more pet owners delay or decline recommended care.

      At the same time, clinics face slower visit growth and tighter margins, making operational efficiency essential.

      Squeezed Profit Margins

      Where We Find Hidden Savings

      No new equipment. No workflow changes. Just smarter contracts and better visibility into what you already buy.

      Veterinary Practice

      $51,000

      Merchant Services Savings

      Animal Hospital

      $11,000

      Waste Savings

      Animal Hospital

      45%

      Telecom Savings

      Animal Hospital

      $108,000

      Telecom, Waste & Compressed Gases Savings

      Monthly Overhead

      What That Means for You

      A typical small-animal practice can spend $12,000+ month across these categories.

      Cutting overhead by a modest 15% puts about $1,800/month or $22,000/year back into your practice every month. Those savings are equivalent to roughly 150 wellness visits or 50 spay procedures.

      Funds you can reinvest in:

      • Additional staff to combat burnout
      • State-of-the-art diagnostic equipment
      • Competitive compensation for your DVMs and Techs
      • More accessible wellness plans for your community

      Case Study

      The Client:

      • Signs a Service Agreement that covers our business terms
      • Provides us with bills, or online access to their accounts, so we can establish a baseline of their current rate structure
      • Signs a letter of agency, so we can negotiate with their current vendors
      • Describes their current processing environment

      Schooley Mitchell:

      • Uses our benchmarking data to research options and negotiates better pricing for the client
      • Requests, reviews, and validates competitive quotes from other processors
      • Negotiates with the current vendor for a re-rate
      • Compiles our research and recommendations into a Value Report
      • Assists with the cancellation of services if needed
      • Assists with compliance standards
      • Implements pricing and changes
      • Confirms the new price 30 days after implementation
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      Part 1: Client Background

      Client A is a single-location veterinary practice focusing on family pets. Client A engaged Schooley Mitchell to ensure they weren’t overpaying on their non-veterinary expenses, like payment processing.

      Important Factors - Payment Processing:

      • Payment processing was a considerable expense for Client A.
      • They were on a tiered pricing structure with their incumbent payment provider.
      • They were not under an appropriate rate structure leaving room for savings.
      • They were spending $46,220.04 per year on payment processing fees.

      Part 2: Savings Results

      Schooley Mitchell negotiated with several payment processors, including Client A’s incumbent vendor, who was willing to provide a more competitively priced rate structure.

      This resulted in an estimated reduction of $16,970.52 per year - or roughly 37%.

      This was all achieved without any changes to Client A’s payment processing structure.

      Across the term of our engagement, Client A is saving $50,911.56!

      Part 3: Implementation & Post Audits

      Schooley Mitchell provided a timeline for implementation, including accurate instructions for steps involving Client A’s vendors.

      Schooley Mitchell verified implementation within one month, dependent on the necessary invoices presented.

      The client received a detailed implementation report outlining a savings summary for the next three years.

      Following implementation, Schooley Mitchell continued to monitor Client A’s invoices quarterly, to ensure the agreed upon rates were being honored, and ensure any billing errors were caught right away.

      Why Partner with Us?

      As North America's largest independent cost-reduction consultancy, we bring the expertise, analysis, and negotiating power. You keep:

      • Full control
      • All operational decisions
      • 100% of the improved pricing
      • The savings and the impact

      Our role is simple: reduce overhead without changing how you practice, so you can reinvest in what matters most — your patients, your team, and your long-term growth.

      Waste

      How predictable is your waste every month?

      Variability in your waste from month-to-month makes a big difference to certain service providers.

      Is your container size and collection frequency optimized?

      Finding a provider that is both cost effective and meets your needs can be challenging.

      Are your waste disposal fees changing frequently over the course of the year?

      A professional audit of your expenses can get to the bottom of it.

      Merchant Services

      Do you reference the "effective rate" to evaluate how competitive your processing fees are?

      A blended pricing structure makes it more difficult to fully understand all the factors impacting your fees.

      Do you know how your current processing environment impacts your processing fees?

      How you process payments and capture data can have a big impact on your monthly fees.

      Have you asked your processor to provide you an "interchange-plus pricing" quote?

      This pricing structure is often the least expensive and most transparent option.

      Telecom

      Have you conducted a recent usage audit across your telecommunications system?

      In many cases, we find inefficiencies and redundancies in the number of lines and features.

      Have you considered moving to a Voice over IP platform?

      Cloud based telecommunications systems typically provide unique features at lower costs.

      Do you know when your current plan automatically renews?

      Companies typically only have a 30-day window to make changes to their current contract.

      Shipping

      Have you considered splitting your shipping business across multiple vendors?

      Vendors tend to specialize in certain areas so playing to their unique strengths can reduce your overall costs.

      Are you paying for unnecessary delivery guarantees?

      Being more flexible on delivery times can significantly reduce your costs.

      Do you review your monthly statements to ensure the correct charge codes are used?

      Charge codes can be very confusing and require a detailed review to ensure you are being charged correctly.

      Compressed Gases

      Do you think your compressed gases expenses are written in stone?

      Commodity markets can be complex and confusing, making it difficult for business owners and managers to navigate.

      Are you certain there are no billing errors in your invoices?

      There are opportunities to optimize pricing structures and recover billing errors.

      Are you receiving all tax benefits available to you?

      Your business might be missing out on significant savings opportunities.

      Ready to Uncover Hidden Savings?

      In a simple 30-minute review of your current vendor landscape, we’ll identify savings opportunities and provide a detailed cost-savings roadmap — no pressure, just clarity and opportunity.

      Kandice Walters

      Strategic-Partner
      Office: 574-367-6140







        [email protected] / December 23, 2025

        sapte – Leesburg, Virginia

        COST REDUCTION CONSULTANTS

        Leesburg, Virginia

        Sampada Apte

        Strategic-Partner
        Office: 571-628-2377

        Office Information

        42713 Kula Pond Dr. Leesburg, Virginia – 20176
        571-628-2377

        Contact Us

        When it comes to saving money for your business, the best time to start is right now. Reach out today for a risk-free analysis of your business expenses.

        Schooley Mitchell saves our clients an average of 28%, and our entire process takes less than two hours of your time on average. Stop paying your vendors more than you need to. Let Schooley Mitchell put that money back in your pocket.







          [email protected] / December 16, 2025

          ctoltzman – Winthrop, Minnesota

          COST REDUCTION CONSULTANTS

          Winthrop, Minnesota

          Chuck Toltzman

          Strategic-Partner
          Office: 507-205-7733

          Office Information

          414 Brown Street North Winthrop, Minnesota – 55396
          507-205-7733

          Contact Us

          When it comes to saving money for your business, the best time to start is right now. Reach out today for a risk-free analysis of your business expenses.

          Schooley Mitchell saves our clients an average of 28%, and our entire process takes less than two hours of your time on average. Stop paying your vendors more than you need to. Let Schooley Mitchell put that money back in your pocket.







            [email protected] / December 16, 2025

            sbrode – St. Jacobs, Ontario

            COST REDUCTION CONSULTANTS

            St. Jacobs, Ontario

            Stephen Brode

            Business Optimization Specialist
            Office: 519-271-6477 ext. 949

            Office Information

            1030 Erie Street Stratford, Ontario – N4Z 0A1
            519-271-6477 ext 949
            schooleymitchell
            schooleymitchell

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            When it comes to saving money for your business, the best time to start is right now. Reach out today for a risk-free analysis of your business expenses.

            Schooley Mitchell saves our clients an average of 28%, and our entire process takes less than two hours of your time on average. Stop paying your vendors more than you need to. Let Schooley Mitchell put that money back in your pocket.







              [email protected] / December 16, 2025

              apeters – Mitchell, Ontario

              COST REDUCTION CONSULTANTS

              Mitchell, Ontario

              Adam Peters

              Strategic-Partner
              Office: 226-801-1634

              Office Information

              1030 Erie Street Stratford, Ontario – N4Z 0A1
              226-801-1634
              schooleymitchell
              schooleymitchell

              Contact Us

              When it comes to saving money for your business, the best time to start is right now. Reach out today for a risk-free analysis of your business expenses.

              Schooley Mitchell saves our clients an average of 28%, and our entire process takes less than two hours of your time on average. Stop paying your vendors more than you need to. Let Schooley Mitchell put that money back in your pocket.







                Ian Nairn / December 10, 2025

                jfish – Manufacturing Savings

                IS YOUR MANUFACTURING BUSINESS BEING OVERCHARGED FOR VITAL BUSINESS SERVICES?

                Your team has more important things to do than conducting thorough audits of your expenses. Thankfully, that’s what Schooley Mitchell does, all day, every day. We optimize your expenses so you can focus on doing what you do best – manufacturing quality products.

                At Schooley Mitchell, we’re entirely independent. Our consultants don’t accept kickbacks or incentives from service providers, and our process is completely risk-free. In fact, we’re so confident in our ability to generate savings for our clients, we’ve based our business model on that very fact. If we can’t deliver on savings, we don’t get paid.

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                Savings Delivered

                Security Systems Manufacturer

                $76k

                Shipping Expenses

                Custom Sign Manufacturer

                $21k

                Telecom Savings - Plus $7k found later during post-audit

                HVAC Systems Manufacturer

                40%

                Waste Expenses

                Hazardous Waste Containment Manufacturer

                $120k

                Annual Merchant Service Expenses

                Waste

                How predictable is your waste every month?

                Variability in your waste from month-to-month makes a big difference to certain service providers.

                Is your container size and collection frequency optimized?

                Finding a provider that is both cost effective and meets your needs can be challenging.

                Are your waste disposal fees changing frequently over the course of the year?

                A professional audit of your expenses can get to the bottom of it.

                Merchant Services

                Do you reference the "effective rate" to evaluate how competitive your processing fees are?

                A blended pricing structure makes it more difficult to fully understand all the factors impacting your fees.

                Do you know how your current processing environment impacts your processing fees?

                How you process payments and capture data can have a big impact on your monthly fees.

                Have you asked your processor to provide you an "interchange-plus pricing" quote?

                This pricing structure is often the least expensive and most transparent option.

                Telecom

                Have you conducted a recent usage audit across your telecommunications system?

                In many cases, we find inefficiencies and redundancies in the number of lines and features.

                Have you considered moving to a Voice over IP platform?

                Cloud based telecommunications systems typically provide unique features at lower costs.

                Do you know when your current plan automatically renews?

                Companies typically only have a 30-day window to make changes to their current contract.

                Shipping

                Have you considered splitting your shipping business across multiple vendors?

                Vendors tend to specialize in certain areas so playing to their unique strengths can reduce your overall costs.

                Are you paying for unnecessary delivery guarantees?

                Being more flexible on delivery times can significantly reduce your costs.

                Do you review your monthly statements to ensure the correct charge codes are used?

                Charge codes can be very confusing and require a detailed review to ensure you are being charged correctly.

                Compressed Gases

                Do you think your compressed gases expenses are written in stone?

                Commodity markets can be complex and confusing, making it difficult for business owners and managers to navigate.

                Are you certain there are no billing errors in your invoices?

                There are opportunities to optimize pricing structures and recover billing errors.

                Are you receiving all tax benefits available to you?

                Your business might be missing out on significant savings opportunities.

                Jason Fish

                Strategic-Partner
                Office: 256-406-2460 Ext. 800

                Schedule A 30-Minute Introductory Call






                  [email protected] / December 9, 2025

                  cgalloway – Elk City, Oklahoma

                  COST REDUCTION CONSULTANTS

                  Elk City, Oklahoma

                  Chris Galloway

                  Strategic-Partner
                  Office: 580-799-7020

                  Office Information

                  1304 West D Ave Elk City, Oklahoma – 73644
                  580-799-7020

                  Contact Us

                  When it comes to saving money for your business, the best time to start is right now. Reach out today for a risk-free analysis of your business expenses.

                  Schooley Mitchell saves our clients an average of 28%, and our entire process takes less than two hours of your time on average. Stop paying your vendors more than you need to. Let Schooley Mitchell put that money back in your pocket.







                    [email protected] / December 2, 2025

                    bhedden – Wesley Chapel, Florida

                    COST REDUCTION CONSULTANTS

                    Wesley Chapel, Florida

                    Ben Hedden

                    Strategic-Partner
                    Office: 813-702-8244

                    Office Information

                    10395 Torchwood Sea Way Wesley Chapel, Florida – 33576
                    813-702-8244

                    Contact Us

                    When it comes to saving money for your business, the best time to start is right now. Reach out today for a risk-free analysis of your business expenses.

                    Schooley Mitchell saves our clients an average of 28%, and our entire process takes less than two hours of your time on average. Stop paying your vendors more than you need to. Let Schooley Mitchell put that money back in your pocket.