How I Can Help You
Ann joined Pence Financial Group in 2022 with a clear mission: to create a welcoming, trustworthy environment where clients feel empowered to understand their financial lives. With decades of experience and a passion for simplifying the complex, Ann helps individuals and families navigate financial planning with clarity and confidence. Her approach is rooted in education and empathy—she believes that everyone deserves to understand their options and have access to reliable answers, whether through her own expertise or a trusted referral. Ann is dedicated to helping clients define meaningful goals and build plans that are both practical and resilient, always anticipating what could go wrong so they can be prepared for anything.
What Makes Me Knowledgeable
Ann’s financial career began in 1986, but her journey as an educator and advocate started even earlier. After graduating from Emory University in 1979 and earning her M.Ed. the following year, she spent years teaching and guiding others—skills that now serve her well in the financial world. Her professional path includes four years in public education and a 15-year career in Technology Education, where she worked with teachers, students, and professionals across industries, supporting software platforms like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Mastercam. This diverse background has shaped her ability to communicate complex ideas in simple, relatable ways.
Ann’s financial credentials include the SIE and Series 7, 63, and 66 registrations through FINRA, held with LPL Financial. Her commitment to lifelong learning and her ability to connect with people from all walks of life make her a powerful resource for clients seeking guidance, clarity, and a personalized approach to financial planning.
Getting to Know Me
Ann lives on the scenic shores of Sebastian Lake near Fort Smith, Arkansas, with her husband, Paul. She is a proud mother and an even prouder grandmother, cherishing every moment spent with her growing family. Outside of work, Ann is deeply involved in her community—serving on the Board of Directors for the University of Central Arkansas Foundation and teaching courses on Retirement and Charitable Giving, Long-Term Care Planning, and any topic that brings people together to learn.
She finds joy in reading, running, traveling, and spending time on the lake with family and friends. Ann’s life is a reflection of her values: education, service, and connection. Her ability to blend professional expertise with genuine care makes her not only a trusted advisor but also a beloved mentor and friend to those she serves.
