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by Lindsay Taylor, J.D., CFP® Whether your divorce comes out of the blue or it’s been a long time comi...


Merinda Dinkel joined Moneta as a Client Service Manager on the Diederich Simmons Perez team in 2021. She takes great pride in delivering top-tier service, fostering long-term relationships, and providing personalized guidance to help clients achieve their financial goals.
Merinda received her B.S. in Finance from Pennsylvania State University. During her time at Penn State, she was actively involved in leadership roles, serving as President of the Penn State World Campus Business Club and Treasurer of the World Campus chapter of the American Association of University Women.
Prior to joining Moneta, Merinda worked as a Personal Banker at Commerce Bank, where she specialized in educating clients on strategies to improve their financial well-being. She recently earned her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification, further enhancing her expertise and commitment to serving clients at the highest level.
Outside of work, Merinda loves cooking, reading, exploring St. Louis with her dogs, Wilson & Lou, and cheering on everything KU.
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