VENTURA, Calif., Dec. 10 - Kinko's, Inc., a leading provider of document solutions and business services, today announced the appointment of Allen Dickason to senior vice president and chief technology officer. As chief technology officer, Mr. Dickason's responsibilities include all technology-related development, operations and support for Kinko's customer applications, retail operations, distributed manufacturing, and corporate information systems. "Kinko's welcomes Allen as the latest member of our executive team. We're excited to gain the benefit of his tremendous experience supporting other leading brands as we look to the future,'' said Gary Kusin, Kinko's president and chief executive officer. "In addition to an extensive technology background, Allen possesses a strong operational background and manufacturing expertise. He's a great addition to Kinko's extremely dedicated technology organization.'' Mr. Dickason's professional experience spans more than 30 years in a variety of technology leadership roles at Suiza Foods Corporation, Frito-Lay and The Procter and Gamble Company. He received his bachelor of science in mechanical engineering from Purdue University and his masters in business administration in finance from the University of Cincinnati.