Alexei Agratchev is Co-Founder and CEO of RetailNext, which provides real-time in-store monitoring and analytics. Prior to joining RetailNext, Alexei was the founder and General Manager of an internal startup within the Cisco Emerging Technologies Group focused on developing video applications for the gaming and retail markets. During his eight years at Cisco, Alexei held a number of leadership positions with direct responsibility for developing and launching new product lines. Prior to joining Cisco, Alexei was a consultant at Accenture in its Electronics and High Tech Operating Unit. Alexei holds a bachelor degree in International Relations from Claremont McKenna College and has also completed the Stanford Graduate School of Business.