Armada Investment Group was established by Daniel S. Aegerter in 2000, after he led a successful merger between his US based company, TRADEX Technologies and Ariba. This transaction formed one of the largest software transactions in history. Upon the completion of the sale of his venture backed company, TRADEX, Daniel S. Aegerter formed Armada Investment Group as his Venture Fund and Family Office. As the family office for the Aegerters, Armada Investment Group manages a substantial portfolio over a variety of asset classes, and provides advisory, asset allocation and manager selection services. The investment portfolio is highly diversified and contains mainly alternative investments, ranging from venture capital and private equity to hedge funds, commodities and real estate. Armada Investment Group also supports entrepreneurial initiatives and innovative direct investment opportunities.