Ricardo Alvarez
Non-Executive Director
Chair, Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee
Member, Compensation and Human Capital Committee
Ricardo J. Alvarez joined the Board of AquaBounty in March 2021. Dr. Alvarez is currently the CEO of Hans Kissle Foods, a leading manufacturer of fresh prepared foods. Prior to joining Hans Kissle, he served as CEO of J&K Ingredients, a leading manufacturer of bakery ingredients globally, and as President and CEO of various food manufacturing companies including Passport Foods (SVC), LLC, Richelieu Foods, Ruiz Foods, Anita’s Foods, Overhill Farms and Raymundo’s Food Products. In his 30 years as a leader in the packaged food industry, Dr. Alvarez has implemented growth strategies including new go-to-market initiatives, geographic expansion and innovations of product and packaging. Dr. Alvarez also has extensive board experience, having served on the boards of Bush Brothers Inc., Clement Pappas Inc., Ruiz Foods and Clear Springs Foods. He currently serves on the board of Phelps Pet Products Inc. Dr. Alvarez brings operational and food industry experience to our Board.