Joint Press Release: Optimems Launches +Mind and Announces Investment from TECS Capital and Helidoni Group
Joint Press Release: Optimems Launches +Mind and Announces Investment from TECS Capital and Helidoni Group
Monday, March 2, 2026
Optimems Launches +Mind and Announces Investment from TECS Capital and Helidoni Group to Accelerate International Growth
Optimems announces the commercial launch of +Mind, an AI-powered Optimal Energy Management System (EMS) platform for microgrids and Virtual Power Plants (VPPs). The company also closed its first investment round with participation from TECS Capital and Helidoni Group as strategic investors.
+Mind optimizes distributed energy resources, managing energy generation, storage, and consumption across multiple electricity markets. The platform uses AI algorithms and proprietary forecasting models to help energy infrastructure owners maximize revenue and reduce costs. The technology comes from years of research at Optimems, supported by European innovation programs.
The investment from TECS Capital and Helidoni Group will fund commercial scaling, technology development, and international expansion in European markets. Both investors bring experience in energy and technology.
Left to right: Christos Timplalexis (Optimems), Antonis Ilias (TECS Capital), Lampros Zyglakis (Optimems), Spiros Kopolas (Optimems), Angelina Bintoudi (Optimems), Dimitris Karanassos (Optimems), Dimos Ioannidis (Optimems), Aram Spartalian (Optimems), Dimitris Tzovaras (Optimems), Alexis Zitridis (Helidoni Group), Sotiris Siagas (TECS Capital)
Executive Quotes
Ms. Angelina Bidoudi
Co-founder and CEO, Optimems
"+Mind is a milestone for us. We wanted to build the most advanced energy optimization platform in the market, but we also focused on creating real economic value for customers, better use of their energy resources, and new revenue streams. We were selective in choosing an investor because we wanted partners who share our vision, not just capital. We found that with Helidoni Group and TECS Capital. They participate actively and support us. With TECS and Helidoni, we're confident we'll achieve our goals in the European market. We couldn't have asked for a better fit."
Mr. Antonis Ilias
Partner, TECS Capital
"We're proud of this investment. Optimems has a founding team with vision, knowledge, and experience; a product adopted rapidly by demanding users; and a fast-growing market. This market has high security requirements that can block innovative solutions. Optimems' technology adoption shows strong design innovation, which is essential in today's energy ecosystem, and points to the company's future potential. Europe learned from the Iberian blackout that simple monitoring isn't enough. We need stronger control of distributed energy resources to protect critical infrastructure. Optimems can help deliver the right solutions across Europe.
We're also pleased to collaborate with Helidoni Group and its team. We share a vision for a sustainable and secure future through targeted investments with social impact."
Mr. Alexis Zitridis
Managing Director, Helidoni Group
"We're excited to participate in Optimems' first funding round. The company started with a team from the Center for Research and Technology Hellas (CERTH), Greece's largest research center, and stands out for its passion and focus. It shows how much momentum research can generate when it becomes a business. The company has a leading position in energy infrastructure management and contributes to a more sustainable future. Through this collaboration, Helidoni Group does more than provide capital. Our team actively supports expanding Optimems' customer network and shaping strategy for growth in Greece and abroad. We're delighted to work with the team at TECS Capital.
At Helidoni Group, we're confident that our investment in Optimems will show that impact investing and financial returns can work together."
Left to right: Alexis Zitridis (Helidoni Group), Angelina Bintoudi (Optimems), Sotiris Siagas (TECS Capital), Dimitris Tzovaras (Optimems)
About Optimems
Optimems was founded in 2022 as a spin-off from the Center for Research and Technology Hellas (CERTH) and launched its first product, +SolarControl, in late 2024. Within months, the company became a leading provider of remote management solutions for Renewable Energy Source (RES) parks in Greece. Optimems grew its customer base organically. A few weeks ago, Angelina Bidoudi discussed Optimems' vision on the TECS Lens podcast, the first conversation that led to this collaboration.
Left to right: Lampros Zyglakis (Optimems), Dimos Ioannidis (Optimems), Alexis Zitridis (Helidoni Group), Angelina Bintoudi (Optimems), Antonis Ilias (TECS Capital), Sotiris Siagas (TECS Capital), Dimitris Tzovaras (Optimems), Dimitris Karanassos (Optimems), Christos Timplalexis (Optimems), Spiros Kopolas (Optimems), Aram Spartalian (Optimems)
Press Release | March 2, 2026