George Haddad Recognized with Gies Award for Innovation in Dental Education

In a momentous event held on March 10, 2025, at the 75th ADEAGies Foundation Awards Celebration, George Haddad, the founder and CEO of Liaison, was honored with the esteemed Gies Award for Eminence in Innovation. This distinguished accolade is presented by the ADEAGies Foundation, which serves as the philanthropic branch of the American Dental Education Association (ADEA). This award is a testament to Mr. Haddad's groundbreaking contributions to the field of oral health and his unwavering commitment to enhancing dental education through the incorporation of technology and innovative practices.

Having a career that spans over 30 years in the realm of higher education technology, George Haddad has been at the forefront of modernizing the admissions and enrollment processes for dental schools. His leadership at Liaison has led to revolutionary changes, notably through the implementation of their Centralized Application Service (CAS) and advanced enrollment management solutions. These innovations have not only streamlined the application procedures for dental programs globally but have also significantly improved the experiences of both students and educational institutions alike.

The ADEAGies Foundation remarked on Mr. Haddad's transformative impact, stating, "Mr. Haddad has transformed the oral health and health professions enrollment management landscape, bringing exceptional impact and value to dental education." Their acknowledgment highlights how Haddad and Liaison have developed technologies that bolster the application system, benefiting dental education applicants and educational programs across the globe.

Liaison's partnership with ADEA commenced in the late 1990s, marking ADEA as an early adopter of Liaison's Centralized Application Service technology. Over the years, this collaboration has deepened, aligning with their mutual goal of improving student access and institutional success by leveraging data-driven, technology-enabled solutions.

Expressing his gratitude for receiving the Gies Award, Mr. Haddad stated, "It is a tremendous honor to receive the Gies Award for Eminence in Innovation from the ADEAGies Foundation. For more than three decades, Liaison has worked closely with ADEA to transform dental school admissions and support the next generation of oral health professionals. I am deeply grateful for this recognition and look forward to continuing our work together to advance dental education."

About the ADEAGies Foundation

The ADEAGies Foundation is dedicated to fostering innovative, future-ready oral health initiatives that advance dental education and bolster the dental profession. By offering grants, scholarships, programs, and initiatives, the Foundation plays a vital role in developing leadership in academic dentistry and ensuring a solid pipeline of qualified faculty. The Foundation draws from a broad network of dental deans, program directors, educators, students, corporate stakeholders, and industry professionals, reinforcing their mission to drive significant changes within the field. For more details on the Foundation and the Gies Awards, you can visit ADEA Gies Awards.

About Liaison

Liaison is dedicated to using advanced technologies and services to assist higher education institutions and students in making well-informed enrollment decisions. With a mission to foster a more educated world, Liaison is passionate about enhancing access, simplifying processes, and empowering decision-makers. With over 30 years of experience, the company has successfully supported over 1,200 campuses and 40,000 academic programs worldwide, striving to empower individuals, collaborate with institutions, and strengthen communities in pursuit of knowledge and success.

This recognition of George Haddad underscores the critical role of innovation in education and serves as an inspiration for future advancements in the field of dental education.