Teri Clapper

Teri Clapper is a Business Advisor with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Ohio University, working with businesses throughout Muskingum County and the surrounding areas. She supports entrepreneurs and business owners at all stages, from those just getting started to those looking to grow, expand, or make better strategic decisions.

Her focus is on helping business owners cut through the noise and figure out what actually matters. Whether it’s marketing, planning, or understanding the numbers, Teri works side-by-side with clients to simplify the process and turn ideas into clear, actionable steps. She is known for being direct, practical, and focused on solutions that can be implemented, not just talked about.

Teri provides guidance in marketing strategy, market research, business planning, and financial forecasting. She helps business owners connect the dots between their goals and the day-to-day actions needed to reach them. Her approach is rooted in making things easier to understand and easier to execute, so clients can move forward with confidence instead of feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

She cares deeply about helping businesses grow in a way that is sustainable and makes sense for their specific situation. Her role is to provide clarity, structure, and honest feedback so business owners can make informed decisions and keep moving forward.