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, 2022, 2023 & 2024 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 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 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 disclosed criteria.

*** 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 disclosed criteria.

Stuart Hieger is a partner of 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. Stuart is dedicated to assisting individuals and businesses in meeting their financial goals by developing investment strategies around long-term goals and risk tolerances. He provides comprehensive financial advice while being accessible and approachable to all his clients.

Stuart grew up in Andale, Kansas. He attended Kansas State University and Wichita State University, graduating with a degree in finance. He 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 a Branch Manager of the Salina, Kansas office of Wells Fargo Advisors in 2013.

Stuart lives in Salina and is a proud father of Paige and Sam Hieger. Paige is attending grad school in North Carolina and Sam is beginning his career with Lockton in Kansas City after graduating from KSU in May of 2023 and studying abroad the remainder of the year. Stuart enjoys time with his family, golfing, hunting, K-State sports and spends any free time out on his land with his retrievers, Rommel and Buck. Stuart has been active in the community for the last 25 years and currently serves on Crimestoppers Board of directors and the Board of Trustees for 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.

Robert is a partner of Wedel Financial Group in Salina, Kansas. They are dedicated to building lifelong relationships with clients and their families based on trust, mutual respect and the highest level of service. Robert is dedicated to helping individuals, families and businesses meet their financial goals. He achieves this by working with clients to define long-term success and assess risk tolerance then develops a tailored investment strategy. His extensive experience, throughout major market shifts, enables him to help guide clients through any economic period. Robert is committed to implementing strategies instrumental in the pursuit of each individual's vision for the future.

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 enjoying their time as empty nesters. Away from the office, Robert enjoys visiting his four children (all are within 6 hour driving distance), golfing, camping and hunting. Also enjoys helping his community prosper, he is active with church and pursuit of faith, and select community boards like the Salina Child Care Association and Salina Arts and Humanities.

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.

Aaron is a Financial Advisor 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. He has completed the General Securities Representative Exam administered by the North American Securities Administrators Association. Aaron received his Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®) certification in 2023.  The AAMS® certification is obtained by Financial Advisors who successfully complete the program, pass the final exam and sign the code of ethics commitment and declaration form. 

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. They are the proud parents of their son, Harrison, and daughter, Nora. Away from the office, Aaron enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and following his favorite sports teams.

Aaron is currently serving on the board of Salina Downtown Inc and the Give Back 5 Campaign with the Greater Salina Community Foundation, and completed the Leadership Salina program in 2023.

Aaron Wedel, AR Insurance License Number 17545465, 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.

Liz will take care of your account administration and servicing needs with great personal attention. Liz lives in Salina with her husband, Brad. They have three grown children which they enjoy going to visit. Liz enjoys watching sports, reading and spending time in her garden.

Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN). Member SIPC. Any other referenced entity is separate from WFAFN.

Denise Mullins joined Wedel Financial Group as an Administrative Assistant in the summer of 2023. She is studying to become a registered assistant and has 25 years of accounting, banking and customer service experience. She is thrilled to be back home outside the great metropolis of Gypsum and looking forward to the opportunities to serve Wedel Financial Group’s clients.

Three boys keep Denise busy – Parker, a freshman at KSU in the UAS program, Spencer, a junior at Harper Creek High School (MI) and Sawyer, a seventh grader at Southeast of Saline. When she is not attending games, matches and events with the boys, Denise enjoys music, attending concerts, cooking with family, working in the yard, running and training in the gym.

Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN). Member SIPC. Any other referenced entity is separate from WFAFN.

As a receptionist Elizabeth sees the day-to-day tasks of making sure each client gets directed where they need to go. Elizabeth and her husband, Ben live in Salina with their dog, Hank. Elizabeth has a daughter, Elijah, who lives in Lawrence. She enjoys fishing, boating and photographing the sunrise and sunsets at Lake Wilson.

Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN). Member SIPC. Any other referenced entity is separate from WFAFN.