International Dispensing Corporation announced that Ric Alvarez, Ph.D. has become the newest member of its board of directors. In addition, he will actively participate with the members of IDC's Industry Advisory Board, comprised of Bill Hickey, Markus Brettschneider, Li Xin, and Dr. Aaron Brody. He has held President & CEO positions at Overhill Farms, Spartan Foods, Frozen Specialties, Juanita's Foods, and Country Pure Foods, among others, in each case having a powerful impact on improving processes, revenues, and the bottom line.