Harley Shanklin understands service and sacrifice on a personal level. As a former infantry medic, he proudly served his country for more than 20 years. During his first deployment, he was wounded in action and awarded the Purple Heart—a moment that shaped his life but did not define the rest of his career. Instead of stepping away, Harley continued to serve, completing more than two decades of military service before retiring. In 2008, between combat deployments, life took a pivotal turn when a visit to Indianapolis for the Indy 500 led him to meet his future wife, Ashley. After marrying, Harley and Ashley made the decision to leave active duty—not just to begin his new career as a financial advisor, but also to provide their family with a more stable life — one that no longer involved combat deployments. Today, Harley brings the same dedication and sense of duty he carried in uniform to his role as a financial advisor. Working alongside his father-in-law, Dave, sister-in-law, Stephanie Ludlow, and the expert team at RDW he helps families and individuals in his community create secure, confident financial futures. For Harley, it’s about more than numbers—it’s about protecting what matters most, just as he has always done.