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Building Community One Bottle at a Time: Live Oak Bank Guides a Craft Brewer from Home to Market

Liz and Curtis Chism began by making beer in their kitchen with a brewing kit. Today, they own Council Brewing, a popular San Diego destination for craft beer lovers. As the Chisms honed their brewing skills, they also gained the financial expertise to turn their hobby into a thriving business. Live Oak Bank provided both financing and business acumen to help them make the transition.