James Teeter

Jim Teeter is an Investment Advisor Representative with Adapt Wealth Advisors, bringing over 35 years of experience in the financial services industry. His career began in 1986 after a nine-year tenure in various accounting roles, including positions as an auditor, cost accountant, and tax preparer.

A graduate of the University of South Carolina, Jim earned his bachelor's degree in Accounting and Business Administration in 1977, followed by a Master of Business Administration in 1984. He launched his financial advisory career at Dean Witter, training at the World Trade Center. He later joined Prudential Securities, where he served as a Quantum Portfolio Manager and Senior Investment Management Consultant, and earned the designation of Retirement Planning Advisor. From 1998 to 2003, he was a Financial Consultant at Legg Mason before founding Apex Investment Advisors in Columbia, SC, where he served as President until 2025.

In addition to his advisory work, Jim is a licensed Insurance Agent and the author of a Premarital Planner. He is actively involved in his community, holding a strong connection to his family and local organizations. A proud Eagle Scout, he supports the Indian Waters Council. He is a dedicated member of the Cayce-West Columbia Rotary, where he is a Past President, a Paul Harris Fellow, and a 10-star Rotarian. Jim is a resident of Lexington, SC, where he is an active member of St. Peters Lutheran Church and manages his personal real estate. He has two sons, Jonathan and Matthew.