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Connecting Directors Launches Exclusive 12-Episode Podcast Series with Live Oak Bank

Patricia Hartley by Patricia Hartley
October 22, 2025
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Connecting Directors, the leading platform for funeral professionals, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new podcast series, “Take It To The Bank With Live Oak.” In partnership with Live Oak Bank, the bank of choice for deathcare professionals, this exclusive 12-episode series will dig deeper into industry-specific aspects of banking for funeral homes, cemeteries, and related businesses.

Take It To The Bank With Live Oak | Episode 1

Over the next 12 months, Connecting Directors’ Ryan Thogmartin will host this series of  timely conversations with Tim Bridgers, Senior Vice President of Funeral Home Lending at Live Oak Bank. “Take It To The Bank With Live Oak” will offer valuable insights into the unique financial needs of funeral home owners and operators, along with expert advice on navigating the complexities of business lending in the deathcare profession. 

“We are excited to partner with Live Oak Bank to bring this insightful podcast series to our audience,” said Thogmartin. “Tim and Live Oak Bank are well known and respected within the deathcare community, and the invaluable expertise this podcast will offer will empower funeral professionals to achieve their business goals.”

Each episode of “Take It To The Bank With Live Oak” will cover a wide range of topics, including:

  • Understanding the current state of funeral home financing,
  • Best practices for securing loans and lines of credit,
  • Strategies for growth, expansion, or transition, 
  • Navigating financial challenges and market fluctuations,
  • The importance of partnering with a bank with a dedicated and deep understanding of deathcare,
  • And much more!

“We are thrilled to share our knowledge and expertise with the funeral community through this exciting podcast series with Ryan and Connecting Directors,” said Bridgers. “At Live Oak Bank, we are dedicated to supporting the success of funeral home owners and operators, and ‘Take it To The Bank With Live Oak’ is another way for us to deliver on that commitment.”

The first episode of “Take It To The Bank With Live Oak” has debuted on ConnectingDirectors.com and the Connecting Directors YouTube channel. Watch for new episodes in your Daily Hearse email!

About Connecting Directors:

Connecting Directors is the premier online platform for deathcare professionals, offering industry news, resources, and networking opportunities. With a mission to empower funeral directors and industry professionals, Connecting Directors provides valuable insights and support to help navigate the evolving landscape of the funeral industry.

About Live Oak Bank:

Live Oak Bank is a leading provider of financing solutions for funeral homes and other businesses in the deathcare industry. With specialized expertise and a deep understanding of the funeral market, Live Oak Bank helps funeral professionals achieve their business goals through customized lending solutions and dedicated support.

Patricia Hartley
Patricia Hartley

Writer covering funeral service news, industry trends and the business of deathcare for Connecting Directors.

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