Nominations are now closed.
Thank you for nominating local CIOs who have implemented innovation, created competitive advantage, inspired teams to exceed expectations and aligned technologies to accomplish business strategy.
Finalists will be announced in February, and winners will be announced live at ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards taking place on May 16, 2025 at Marriott Marquis Chicago.
2025 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Events
ORBIE Leadership Reception
January 28, 2025 / University of Chicago Gleacher Center
The ORBIE Leadership Reception recognizes the 2025 ChicagoCIO ORBIE nominees - CIOs driving innovation & transforming Chicago's leading organizations.
Finalist Reception & Dinner
April 17, 2025 / University Club of Chicago
Meet your 2025 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Finalists at the annual four-course gourmet chef’s dinner with sommelier-matched wine pairings.
ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards
May 16, 2025 / Marriott Marquis Chicago
The winners of the 2025 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards are announced live at this broadcast-quality, professionally produced awards ceremony.
2025 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Sponsors
Chicago ORBIE Awards sponsors are highly valued partners of ORBIE finalists who are invited experience the unique opportunity of recognizing the senior technology leadership of top organizations in Chicagoland at ORBIE Award events.