It's time to give a great CIO the recognition they deserve.
The ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards honors CIOs in Chicagoland who have demonstrated excellence in technology leadership. Finalists are typically recognized in multiple categories, based on the size and scope of their organization and responsibilities.
Anyone may nominate a deserving CIO. Who will you nominate?
2026 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Events
ORBIE Leadership Reception
January 2026 / Venue TBA
The ORBIE Leadership Reception recognizes the 2026 ChicagoCIO ORBIE nominees - executive leaders driving innovation & transforming Chicago's leading organizations.
Finalist Reception & Dinner
April 2026 / University Club of Chicago
Meet your 2026 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Finalists at the annual four-course gourmet chef’s dinner with sommelier-matched wine pairings.
ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards
May 2026 / Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
The winners of the 2026 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards are announced live at this broadcast-quality, professionally produced awards ceremony.
2026 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Partners
ChicagoCIO 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 Chicagoland at ORBIE Award events.