How I Can Help You
Darrel Markley brings decades of experience, wisdom, and a deeply personal approach to financial advising. As a seasoned professional at Pence Financial Group, Darrel is passionate about helping clients navigate the complexities of financial planning with clarity and confidence. His mission is to provide a trusted environment where individuals and families can ask questions, receive straightforward answers, and feel empowered to make informed decisions about their financial futures. Whether guiding clients through retirement planning, estate strategies, or investment management, Darrel is committed to simplifying the complicated and offering solutions tailored to each client’s unique goals.
What Makes Me Knowledgeable
Darrel’s journey into financial services began in 1986 after several decades of farming in Kansas. He joined Prudential Insurance as an Agent and quickly rose through the ranks, serving as a Manager, Recruiter, and Estate Planning Specialist. In 2002, he transitioned to A.G. Edwards as a Financial Advisor and Branch Manager, where he stayed until 2007 before joining Mariner Wealth Advisors. In 2014, Darrel took a bold step and opened his own office as an Independent Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial. His entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to client service led him to join LPL Financial in December 2017, and in 2020, he merged with Pence Financial Group—one of the largest and most respected firms within LPL.
Darrel holds multiple professional designations from the American College, including Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) and Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®). His securities registrations include Series 6, 7, 10, 63, 65, and 26, held through LPL Financial, along with active Life Licenses. These credentials reflect his deep expertise in financial planning, insurance, and investment strategy, and his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and ethics.
Getting to Know Me
A proud Kansas native, Darrel was born in 1951 and has spent much of his life rooted in the values of hard work, integrity, and service. His transition from farming to finance reflects a lifelong dedication to helping others build secure and meaningful lives. Darrel’s personal and professional journey is marked by resilience, adaptability, and a genuine care for the people he serves.
Outside of work, Darrel enjoys spending time with his family and staying connected to the community. His experience, warmth, and unwavering commitment to doing what’s right make him not only a trusted advisor but also a mentor and friend to many. Whether he’s guiding clients through life’s financial milestones or sharing stories from his early days on the farm, Darrel brings heart, insight, and authenticity to everything he does.
