Arba Finance Company is an investment banking boutique that makes and syndicates investments in high-tech companies, specializing in markets including television technology providers, value-added services for mobile carriers, and retail technologies. In addition to capital formation, Arba usually takes an active role in the business and strategic development of companies and has demonstrated expertise in developing strategic relationships with international corporations. Arba continues to seek out additional investments in companies whose activities are complementary to its portfolio companies, as well as in mature companies in need of a turnaround. The firm maintains long-term relationships with a number of high-tech companies such as Messaging International, Orad Hi-Tec Systems, Pricer, and LFSMD. Columbia Threadneedle Investments, a leading global asset manager, appointed Arba as its exclusive adviser in Israel.