K. Mark Wedel, Managing Partner, has been recognized on the 2022 Forbes Best in State Wealth Advisors list. For the past two consecutive years, 2021 and 2022, K. Mark Wedel has been named to the list.
This accolade represents a list of professionals that come to work with one goal on their minds – helping their clients succeed.
The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC, which does not receive compensation from the advisors or their firms in exchange for placement on a rating. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
Mark Wedel
- CFP
- Managing Partner
Mark Wedel
- CFP
- Managing Partner
Mark graduated from Bethel College with a degree in economics and business administration. He and his wife, Carolyn, have 3 grown children, two grandsons and a granddaughter. They enjoy spending time in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado with their Welsh Corgis, Shashi and Thula. In addition they are active members in the community. Mark has served on the boards of the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce, Salina Art Center, the First Presbyterian Church, Salina Presbyterian Manor Endowment, Salina Arts and Humanities, and the Salina Country Club.
Mark leads the Wedel Financial Group. He has put together a team with over 160 years of combined experience in the financial services industry. They are dedicated to building lifelong relationships with clients and their families based on trust, mutual respect and the highest level of service.
Mark Wedel, AR Insurance License Number 6109009, Resident and Domicile State, KS
Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN). Member SIPC. Any other referenced entity is separate from WFAFN.
*The Premier Advisor distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as measured by completion of risk and compliance training, business production based on the past year and professionalism. Net asset flow (NAF) may also be used to determine recipients.
** The Barron’s Top 1,000 Financial Advisors ratings are based on the previous year’s assets under management, revenue generated for the advisors’ firms, and the quality of the advisors’ practices. Investment performance isn’t an explicit factor because clients have varied goals and risk tolerances. Self-completed questionnaire was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
*** The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC, which does not receive compensation from the advisors or their firms in exchange for placement on a rating. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
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Mark Speer
- AAMS
- Partner
Mark Speer
- AAMS
- Partner
Mark is a partner of Wedel Financial Group in Salina, Kansas. Their team has over 160 years of combined experience in the financial services industry. They are dedicated to building lifelong relationships with clients and their families based on trust, mutual respect and the highest level of service. Mark received his Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®) certification in 2002. The AAMS® certification is awarded to Financial Advisors who successfully complete the program, pass the final exam and sign the code of ethics commitment and declaration form. Mark recently completed the series 24 exam. The Series 24 exam is administered by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and covers topics such as corporate securities, trading, customer accounts and regulatory guidelines.
Mark graduated from Bethany College with a degree in Business/Economics. Mark met his wife, Lisa, while at Bethany College. They live in Salina and have two boys, Ethan and Aidan. Their dog, Ajax, a Labradoodle is also very much a part of the family. Mark enjoys skiing and scuba diving whenever he has the chance.
Mark is very active in the community. Mark has served on the boards of the Greater Salina Community Foundation, the Salina YMCA, and Child Advocacy & Parenting Services. Both Mark and Lisa are active members in their church.
Mark Speer, AR Insurance License Number 6446677, Resident and Domicile State, KS.
Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN). Member SIPC. Any other referenced entity is separate from WFAFN.
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David Wedel
- AAMS
- Partner
David Wedel
- AAMS
- Partner
David is a partner at Wedel Financial Group in Salina, Kansas. Their team has over 160 years of experience in the financial services industry. They are dedicated to building lifelong relationships with clients and their families based on trust, mutual respect and the highest level of service. In 2017 David completed the General Securities Representative exam to become a financial advisor. In 2020 he received his Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®) certification. The AAMS® certification is awarded to Financial Advisors who successfully complete the program, pass the final exam and sign the code of ethics commitment and declaration form.
David graduated from Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. After college, he pursued his passion for helping others and became a social worker for troubled youth and later worked in higher education. David moved back to Salina in 2016 from Denver, Colorado. He is married to his long-time friend, Pilar Lapointe. They are the proud parents of a baby boy, Orlando, and a baby girl, Francesca. They also share their home with their dog "Fula" and cat "Geppetto".
David is a board member of the Greater Salina Community Foundation and a member of the Grants and Scholarships Committee. He is a member of the Salina Area Young Professionals Steering Committee and is actively involved in the Smoky Hill River Renewal Project. David enjoys snowboarding, camping, cycling, hiking and golf.
David Wedel, AR Insurance License Number 18350094, Resident and Domicile State, KS.
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Robert B. Justus
- AAMS
- Partner
Robert B. Justus
- AAMS
- Partner
Robert attended American River College and the University of California (Sacramento) where he studied business. In addition to his security registrations he holds the professional designation of Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®) earned through the College for Financial Planning.
He and his wife Denice live on the outskirts of Salina, and are just beginning to enjoy their time as empty nesters. Away from the office, Robert enjoys visiting his four children (all in different states), golfing, camping and hunting. Also committed to helping his community prosper, he is active with the First Presbyterian Church, Presbytery of Northern Kansas and the United Way. Robert was recently named to the board of the Salina Child Care Association.
Robert B. Justus, AR Insurance License Number 6114628, Resident and Domicile State, KS.
Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN), Member SIPC. Wedel Financial Group is a separate entity from WFAFN.
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Stuart Hieger
- Partner
Stuart Hieger
- Partner
Stuart grew up in Andale, KS and attended Kansas State University and Wichita State University and graduated with a degree in Finance. Upon graduating, Stuart started his Investment career with Bank IV Investments and moved to Salina in 1993 to run the Salina Branch. In 1997 Stuart moved his practice to A.G. Edwards, a predecessor firm of Wells Fargo Advisors. Stuart was a Senior Vice-President and became Branch Manager of the Salina KS Office of Well Fargo Advisors in 2013.
Stuart lives in Salina and is a proud father of Paige Hieger and Sam Hieger. Paige is attending grad school in North Carolina and Sam is finishing his senior year at Kansas State University. Away from the office, Stuart enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, hunting, K-State sports, and he spends most of his free time out on his land in the country with his Labrador retrievers, Rommel and Ox. Stuart has been active in the community for the last 25 years and currently serves on Salina Downtown Inc. , Crimestoppers board of directors and is on the Board of Trustees of the Salina Regional Health Foundation.
Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN). Member SIPC. Any other referenced entity is separate from WFAFN.
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Aaron Wedel
- Financial Advisor
Aaron Wedel
- Financial Advisor
Aaron graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and a minor in Business. After college, he pursued his passion for helping others and worked in both the insurance and healthcare fields. Aaron moved back to Salina in 2022 from Kansas City, MO with his wife Sarah and their son, Harrison. Away from the office, Aaron enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and following his favorite sports teams.
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Vickie Wearing
- Registered Senior Administrative Assistant
Vickie Wearing
- Registered Senior Administrative Assistant
Vickie specializes in administration and helps clients meet their goals by assisting and supporting their financial advisors. She enjoys the personal contact she has with clients.
Away from work, Vickie enjoys gardening and spending time with her family. She and her husband, Steve, are the proud parents of Sarah and Jonathan, and Mimi and Papa to Charlee, Clint and Kennedy – the loves of their lives.
Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN), Member SIPC. Wedel Financial Group is a separate entity from WFAFN.
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Liz Dix
- Senior Administrative Assistant
Liz Dix
- Senior Administrative Assistant
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Elizabeth Steimel
- Registered Senior Administrative Assistant
Elizabeth Steimel
- Registered Senior Administrative Assistant
As a fully licensed Senior Registered Administrative Assistant, Liz can handle all aspects of account administration and servicing. Liz and her husband, Dan, are the proud parents of two young girls, Elise and Evelyn. They spend any spare time updating their 1950’s ranch style home and supporting Ohio State football one game at a time.
Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN). Member SIPC. Any other referenced entity is separate from WFAFN.
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Elizabeth Pruitt
- Receptionist
Elizabeth Pruitt
- Receptionist
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