6 Meridian is proud to congratulate Partner and Director of Wealth Advisory Services Amanda Maier on being named a 2026 Executive of the Year by the Wichita Business Journal, based on data gathered over the last year regarding nominees’ career paths and current role.1 Amanda consistently brings thoughtful leadership, a commitment to excellence, and a passion for making a meaningful difference for our clients, teammates, and community.
Amanda has worked alongside 6 Meridian’s founding partners since graduating from college and beginning her career in the finance industry. That opportunity ultimately led her to become part of the team that helped build 6 Meridian from the ground up, with a vision of delivering a more comprehensive and collaborative wealth management experience for clients.
In the early years of the practice, Amanda played a key role in developing and promoting the 6 Meridian brand while serving as Chief Marketing Officer. More than a decade later, she now serves as Partner and Director of Wealth Advisory Services, where she continues to help shape the client experience and advance our commitment to doing more for our clients, our people, and our community.
Amanda leads our wealth planning and paraplanner teams, driving initiatives focused on enhancing the client experience, improving operational efficiency, supporting business growth, and fostering a strong culture of leadership and mentorship.
“While my role has evolved over the years, providing a remarkable client experience has remained at the heart of my work. I am honored to contribute to our commitment to serving clients, supporting our team, and giving back to our community.”
– Amanda Maier
Throughout her tenure as Director of Wealth Advisory Services, Amanda has helped establish and grow the paraplanner division, building a team of skilled professionals dedicated to supporting advisors and enhancing the client experience. She has also worked closely with the wealth planning team to create greater efficiencies across the organization, allowing advisors to spend more time focused on client relationships.
“Amanda has been an important part of 6 Meridian’s growth and success since our earliest days. She continues to bring thoughtful ideas and a collaborative approach to improving how we serve clients and support one another. What stands out most is her dedication to mentoring others, both within our team and throughout the community.”
– Margaret Dechant, Founding Partner and CEO
Congratulations, Amanda, on this well-deserved recognition. We appreciate your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you continue to have on 6 Meridian and throughout our community.
1The Wichita Business Journal annually accepts applications and nominations from the business community, from past honorees and from an internal nomination committee for executives leading an operating department. Honorees are chosen entirely on merit and achievements, without consideration of commercial interests with the Business Journal. Selection panels may consist entirely of Wichita Business Journal leadership or a combination of news department staff and outside judges. The editorial leadership of the publication maintains final say and approval for all selected honorees. There was no compensation exchanged in consideration for or the use of these awards.
