Meet the Finalists!
The 2026 BayAreaCIO ORBIE Awards finalists have been announced! The winners of the BayAreaCIO ORBIE Awards will be announced live on October 2, 2026 at Santa Clara Marriott.
The BayAreaCIO ORBIE Awards is the premier technology executive recognition program in the Bay Area, honoring CIOs who have demonstrated excellence in technology leadership.
2026 BayAreaCIO ORBIE Events
ORBIE Leadership Reception
June 17, 2026
Rubrik
The ORBIE Leadership Reception recognizes the 2026 BayAreaCIO ORBIE nominees - executive leaders driving innovation & transforming Bay Area's leading organizations.
Finalist Reception & Dinner
September 3, 2026 / El Prado Hotel
Meet your 2026 BayAreaCIO ORBIE Finalists at the annual four-course gourmet chef’s dinner with sommelier-matched wine pairings.
BayAreaCIO ORBIE Awards
October 2, 2026 / Santa Clara Marriott
The winners of the 2026 BayAreaCIO ORBIE Awards are announced live at this broadcast-quality, professionally produced awards ceremony.
2026 BayAreaCIO ORBIE Partners
BayAreaCIO ORBIE Awards Partners are trusted collaborators and supporters of ORBIE finalists who are invited experience the unique opportunity of recognizing the senior technology leadership of top organizations in the Bay Area at ORBIE Award events.