Mariner Advisor Network

Mariner Independent Advisor Network (dba Mariner Advisor Network) operates as an enterprise registered investment adviser built around a decentralized network of Investment Adviser Representatives and DBAs that serve individuals (including high‑net‑worth clients), corporations, charitable organizations, trusts, estates and retirement plans. Through its IARs the firm provides portfolio management, financial planning and consulting, access to model portfolios and third‑party managers, and technology‑enabled managed account programs.

IARs typically have discretion to implement portfolio recommendations and may use firm‑designed model portfolios, affiliate investment resources (including equity, options, structured notes and fixed‑income capabilities) and a range of third‑party strategies or TAMP platforms; custodial and execution relationships include major institutional platforms. The firm supports ongoing client engagement and monitoring, and IARs can provide consulting and tax‑related services or refer clients to affiliated specialists when appropriate.

Compared with many enterprise peers, Mariner discloses an affiliation with pension consulting and offers retirement plan consulting services — including acting as a limited‑scope 3(21) fiduciary, assisting with investment policy statements, periodic plan reviews and participant education — a capability relatively uncommon among firms of its size. Its decentralized advisor model, frequent dual registrations with custodial broker‑dealers, and integration with multiple Mariner affiliates (including access to affiliated sub‑advisors and private fund platforms) distinguish its operating model while creating affiliation‑related considerations that are disclosed in its ADV.