The CASE Asia-Pacific Distinguished Service Award recognises inspirational advancement professionals whose accomplishments have made a significant and lasting impact on institutional advancement and whose life and character have earned the respect and admiration of fellow colleagues.

Imad Baalbaki is well respected for his dedication to the American University of Beirut and his work in promoting the profession of advancement at many other institutions in Lebanon and the Arab world. He is a devoted, fair-minded, empathetic, and tireless leader who leads with integrity and vision, inspiring his team by example and encouraging them to innovate and achieve more. Click here to read the full citation.