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Craft Brewery Loans

Operating and growing a craft brewery is a personal and professional adventure that takes an incredible amount of passion, quality beers and consistent innovation. While these attributes are essential, the foundation of any successful craft brewery business is a personal investment in the people and relationships that shape your brewery’s brand and culture – people that you likely consider family.

At Live Oak Bank, we are just as invested in your success as you are in the people and relationships that shape your brewery. As a bank that specializes in brewery loans nationwide, we work with craft brewers every day to help them reach their goals. Whether you’re seeking to expand your current facility or increase capacity by adding equipment, our financing expertise and industry knowledge will help your business thrive.

Loan Solutions

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Construction

Building, renovating or adding onto your brewery can be a game-changer for your business, but it’s a big step. Let us help you avoid costly mistakes along the way.

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Equipment

You’ve maxed out your current capacity. What’s next? Adding the right pieces of equipment can quickly and easily help you meet demand. Explore our funding options specifically designed for brewery equipment.

Personalized Service You Deserve

We’ll meet you where you are, whether that’s creatively structuring a small business loan or helping you maximize your money with a high-yield savings account. No need to jump through hoops for our attention — get the service you deserve from Live Oak Bank.

A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO SMALL BUSINESS LOANS

When you work with Live Oak, consider us a true partner to help you buy, build or expand your business.

SMALL BUSINESS LOANS 101 GUIDE

Our team is experienced and can confidently guide you through the lending process. But first, download our guide with essential details about the basics of small business loans.

Our Team Understands Your Business

  • Jeff Clark
    VP - Wine & Craft Beverage

    Email Jeff | 707.331.9098

  • Tracy Sheppard
    VP - Wine & Craft Beverage

    Email Tracy | 707.486.4911

  • Randall Behrens
    VP - Wine & Craft Beverage

    Email Randall | 707.799.8529

  • Keith Merklin
    Executive Vice President

    Email Keith | 910.798.1212

We're ready when you are

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From our resource center

As part of our commitment to supporting small business owners, we have a library of free educational resources available to anyone. Here’s what you can expect to find in Live Oak Bank’s Resource Center:

  • Loan product overviews
  • Marketing tips and tricks
  • Small business fundamentals
  • Live Oak customer spotlights