Marty Bicknell of Mariner Wealth Advisors Ranks #4 on Barron's List of the Top 100 Financial Advisors in the United States

2012 Ranking is a Leap from the Growing Firm's 2011 Spot of #17

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Apr 16, 2012, 09:59 ET

LEAWOOD, Kan., April 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Martin C. Bicknell and the teams at Mariner Wealth Advisors – an independent wealth advisory firm with offices nationwide – have again received top honors from Barron's, ranking #4 on Barron's 2012 list of the Top 100 Financial Advisors. Barron's - one of the nation's most respected publications covering financial news and market developments - ranked Mariner at #17 last year and for the past four years ranked the firm as the #1 financial advisor in the state of Kansas, where the firm is headquartered.

The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues, and the quality of the advisors' practices. The total asset value used in the Barron's ranking includes all assets managed under Bicknell as chief executive officer of Mariner Holdings, a global financial services firm that owns and manages both Mariner Wealth Advisors and Montage Investments, an asset management firm.

"I am once again overwhelmed by the amazing honor of being ranked so highly by Barron's," said Marty Bicknell. "Our associates arrive at the office each and every morning determined to do what's right by our firm's clients. I am convinced it is their unwavering focus that has made us successful to this point. It is that same focus that will allow us to continue helping our clients achieve their dreams well into the future."

Founded with a mission of helping individuals and families achieve financial peace of mind, Mariner Wealth Advisors has earned a reputation for providing financial advice that is based purely on the needs and interests of its clients. The firm, which is headquartered just outside of Kansas City, has recently expanded its operations, opening offices nationwide and hiring a team of seasoned wealth professionals to offer unbiased advice and an unwavering client focus.

According to William B. Greiner, the firm's chief investment officer, "It's inspiring to witness the commitment each associate at Mariner has to furthering the organization's mission of creating solutions specifically to meet clients' needs. I believe it is this commitment that makes it possible to receive such a prestigious honor."

About Mariner Wealth Advisors

Mariner Wealth Advisors is an independent, national wealth advisory firm that has earned a reputation for providing unbiased financial advice focused on meeting client needs. Mariner's expert wealth advisory teams help clients achieve and maintain financial peace of mind – preserving the wealth they have created and building a legacy for future generations of family and business leaders. The firm's services include:

Wealth transfer
Risk management
Philanthropy
Investment advisory services
Executive compensation planning
Business succession planning
Family office services

Visit www.marinerwealthadvisors.com

About Mariner Holdings

Mariner Holdings was founded in 2006 and is a rapidly growing and award-winning independent financial services firm focusing on wealth and asset management through its two subsidiaries: Mariner Wealth Advisors and Montage Investments.

Visit www.mariner-holdings.com

SOURCE Mariner Wealth Advisors