K. Mark Wedel
Mark Wedel is the Managing Partner of the Wedel Financial Group in Salina, Kansas. He has over 34 years experience in the financial services industry, has been recognized as a member of the Platinum Council* from 2009 through 2023, and was named in Barron’s Top 1,000 Financial Advisors in 2009.** Mark was recognized on the 2021 thru 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors lists.*** Mark received his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification in 2006. Mark had to complete an approved educational program, pass a rigorous examination and meet stringent experience requirements. Mark also adheres to a professional Code of Ethics and he fulfills annual continuing education requirements to remain aware of current planning strategies and financial trends.
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 two granddaughters. 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 previously 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
*The Platinum Council (previously known as Premier Advisor) distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on the past year, and professionalism, Additional criteria, best practices and team structure, may also be used to determine recipients.
** 2009 Barron’s Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: Awarded February 2009; Data Compiled by Barron's based on the time period from Oct. 2007 - Sept. 2008 (Source: Barrons.com). The Barron’s Top 1,000 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 criteria disclosed.
*** 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2025; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/23 - 6/30/24 (Source: Forbes.com). 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2024; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/22 - 6/30/23 (Source: Forbes.com). 2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2023; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/21 - 6/30/22 (Source: Forbes.com). 2022 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2022; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/20 - 6/30/21 (Source: Forbes.com). 2021 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded February 2021; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/19 - 6/30/20 (Source: Forbes.com). Fee paid for use of marketing materials. 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. 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 criteria disclosed.
