Est. 2018
FUNERAL PROFESSIONALS
The Commander Initiative
Building Amazing Funeral Professional Connections 312-442-0443
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Event Organizing
Learn from well-known
industry experts.
Collaboration
We'll help find the best people to connect with.
Vendor Promotions
We'll assist you in connecting with your prospects.
At The Commander Initiative, we understand the challenges that independent funeral homes face in managing costs while maintaining high standards of service. That's why we have developed a unique solution that leverages the power of collective purchasing to help our members reduce expenses and increase profitability.
Our Commander Initiative has already attracted a wide range of providers who share our commitment to quality and community engagement. We work closely with our members to identify the products and services they need, and then negotiate with major suppliers and vendors to secure the best possible terms.
By pooling our resources, we are able to negotiate significant discounts on everything from caskets and urns to funeral stationery and printing services. Our members also benefit from access to specialized training and education programs, as well as marketing and branding support to help them stand out in their local markets.
At Cooper Professionals, we are proud to be a part of a thriving network of independent funeral homes and funeral service providers. We believe that our innovative approach to funeral home management can help our members achieve their goals, while also providing a valuable service to families in their local communities. Join us today and discover the power of collective purchasing.
commander@cooperprofessionals.com
Grow Your Preneed
As a funeral home, there is a tremendous opportunity to offer preplanning services to your customers, which can help ease the burden on grieving families and ensure that their loved ones are remembered in the way that they would have wanted.
Expand Your Brand
Our vendor partners will provide speciific details on expanding your Funeral Home brand
Advertizing Campaigns
Learning how to maximize any ad campaign is a major factor in success
The Commander Initiative is a solution for Independent Funeral Professionals to collectively gain access to volume discount purchasing directly from approved vendors. Our main concern was to provide viable, solid solutions to address the common challenges faced by small to mid-sized funeral homes. Our efforts are focused on empowering our members by providing them with access to cost-effective procurement options.
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If you can answer YES to the following questions you qualify to become a Commander Partner.
1. Are you a Licensed Funeral Home/Service Provider/Owner?
2. Would you like to save on the products & services you use everyday?
3. Will you take the necessary time & effort to share your opinion and refer Products & Service Vendors?
4. Will you commit to purchase from minimum (2) of our approved vendors, certified by the Commanders Advisory Board
Horton Funeral Home
Randy Horton
ASD
Craig Mehan
Social Media
Dr Troyer
C&L CONTAINERS
Lori Eans
Halcyon
Commanders
Eddie L. Pitt
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✅ Members qualify for exclusive group discounts on Funeral Products & Services:
Funeral cooperative members enjoy access to exclusive group discounts, which can significantly reduce the overall costs associated with funeral products and services. These discounts enable funeral homes to provide high-quality services at more affordable prices to their clients, enhancing their competitive edge in the industry.
✅ Members get reduced cost on education:
Cooperative members benefit from reduced educational costs, enabling them to stay updated with the latest industry trends, regulations, and best practices. This knowledge empowers funeral professionals to provide better services and improve their expertise, ultimately benefiting their clients.
✅ Members share out-of-town funeral opportunities:
Cooperative members collaborate and share information about out-of-town funeral opportunities. This cooperation not only helps funeral homes expand their business reach but also ensures that grieving families receive the best possible services, even when they are away from their local area.
✅ Members collaborate to succeed and secure the future for independent funeral professionals:
By working together, cooperative members strengthen the position of independent funeral professionals in the industry. Collaborative efforts allow them to pool resources, negotiate better deals, and compete more effectively with larger corporate entities. This collaboration ensures the long-term viability and success of independent funeral businesses.
✅ Members' purchase minimums are limited to (2) vendor product commitments to participate in The Initiative and maintain active Partner status:
The cooperative program maintains reasonable purchase minimums, requiring members to commit to just two vendor products to participate in The Initiative and maintain their active Partner status. This flexibility makes it accessible for funeral professionals of varying sizes and resource levels to join the program and enjoy its benefits without significant financial strain.
24.95 Monthly
249.00 Annually
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The Commander Initiative New Vendor Bid Process
All contracts issued by The Commander Initiative (TCI) to suppliers and vendors are established through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) or Request for Proposals (RFP). TCI contracts are awarded based on a combination of factors, including (but not limited to): lowest price, service and delivery terms, product quality, vendor reputation and track record, etc.
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