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.

Nick Blinco is an exemplary and inspirational leader. Under his leadership, The University of Melbourne exceeded the ambitious targets and successfully completed The Believe Campaign. In his collaborative style, he set up the Senior Advancement Leadership Team to take a collective approach to the leadership of advancement, building strong and supportive relationships with his senior colleagues, and encourages his team to do the same. Click here to read the full citation.